‘The Angels of L19’ is undoubtedly one of the literary highlights of 2021 The beautifully written The Angels of L19 takes us back to Liverpool 1984, building a fascinating story around a small community of Evangelical Christians who all attend the same local church, go on the same camps and whose lives … The Angels of L19 by Jonathan WalkerRead more
The Angels of L19: Reimagining Religious Belief in Novel Form
My novel The Angels of L19 is a work of weird fiction set in an evangelical church in Liverpool in 1984 – a world I grew up in. Historically, the English novel has often presented religious belief and religious experience in negative ways: either as insincere, a pretext for self-righteousness; or as … The Angels of L19: Reimagining Religious Belief in Novel FormRead more
Mouthful of Spiders by Jason R. Barden: A Horror Book Review
Mouthful of Spiders by Jason R. Barden A Horror Book Review by Frank Lee Writing a book can take years of hard labour. Writers pour their hearts and souls into their stories, and it is painful to know this and still find little to praise in the finished product. It … Mouthful of Spiders by Jason R. Barden: A Horror Book ReviewRead more
Unveiling Dark Magic, Technology and Storms in Kyle Toucher’s Live Wire
Live Wire by Kyle Toucher Horror Book Review by Carmilla Voiez This novel could never be described as a slow burn. The combination of dark magic, technology and a ferocious storm is a very clever way to ensure that neither the group of protagonists nor the reader has even momentary … Unveiling Dark Magic, Technology and Storms in Kyle Toucher’s Live WireRead more
The House of Last Resort by Christopher Golden
The House of Last Resort by Christopher Golden When offered to buy a house for 1 Euro JUST SAY NO!!!!! Since appearing on the scene in the mid-nineties, Christopher Golden has been incredibly prolific with a wide range of fiction that confidently crosses genres. Although I have read a relatively … The House of Last Resort by Christopher GoldenRead more
YA and Middle Grade Horror 2023: An Essential Guide For December
YA & Middle Grade Horror 2023: An Essential Guide In our final YA and Middle Grade Roundup of 2023 we have eleven more books which I struggled to fit into my reviewing schedule. And there were some crackers in the mix! We’re going to start with the three Middle Grade … YA and Middle Grade Horror 2023: An Essential Guide For DecemberRead more
Return to Innsmouth: A Strange Aeons Adventure book 1, by Henry Hinder
Return to Innsmouth: A Strange Aeons Adventure book 1, by Henry Hinder If you’re a fan of Lovecraftian horror and dark comedy, the novella “Return to Innsmouth: A Strange Aeons Adventure book 1” by Henry Hinder might be just what you’re looking for. In this review, Carmilla Voiez takes us … Return to Innsmouth: A Strange Aeons Adventure book 1, by Henry HinderRead more
Ghosts of East Baltimore by David Simmons (Book Review)
Ghosts of East Baltimore by David Simmons A Horror Book Review by Justin Allec I first read Davis Simmons’s work in the 2023 bug-themed anthology, This World Belongs to Us (Ed. Michael W. Phillips Jr., From Beyond Press). Even in that loaded collection, Simmons’s “Glock Dookie” stuck out thanks to … Ghosts of East Baltimore by David Simmons (Book Review)Read more
Everyone Will Burn, A Horror Movie Review
Everyone Will Burn If you’re in the mood for horror, then look no further than Everyone Will Burn. This film, directed by Hebrero, is a visual feast that will have you squirming in your seat. Starring Macarena Gomez in the lead role of Maria, the film presents a haunting tale … Everyone Will Burn, A Horror Movie ReviewRead more
The Weejee Man by NP Cunniffe, Horror Book Review
If you’re a horror fan and looking for a new read, you might want to consider NP Cunniffe’s The Weejee Man. In this novella, Cunniffe explores the history and folklore of the Emerald Isle, taking readers on a terrifying journey that will leave them questioning what is real and what … The Weejee Man by NP Cunniffe, Horror Book ReviewRead more
The Reformatory by Tananarive Due – A Horror Book Review
The Reformatory: Tananarive Due A Horror Book Review by Carmilla Voiez When twelve-year-old Robbie tries to protect his sister, Gloria, from the lecherous attention of a landowner’s son, he is arrested and sentenced to six months at The Gracetown School for Boys. Gloria’s legal challenges are dismissed, and sensing that … The Reformatory by Tananarive Due – A Horror Book ReviewRead more
Silent Hill: A Chimerical Kaleidoscope, My Life In Horror
Video games have been a part of our lives for decades now, evolving from simple 16-bit games to complex, immersive 3D experiences. For many of us, the transition from childhood to adolescence was marked by a shift in the type of games we played, as well as a greater understanding … Silent Hill: A Chimerical Kaleidoscope, My Life In HorrorRead more
The Sacrifice Game, a Horror Movie Review
The Sacrifice Game Jennifer Wexler’s latest film, “The Sacrifice Game,” promises to deliver the perfect mix of chills and thrills. Set in the 1970s, the movie follows two boarding school students who stay behind during Christmas break and find themselves in the middle of a deadly game. In this review, … The Sacrifice Game, a Horror Movie ReviewRead more
Gordon B. White is creating Haunting Weird Horror(s)
Gordon B. White is creating Haunting Weird Horror(s) Trepidatio Publishing A Horror Book Review by Justin Allec It’s almost Halloween as I write this. The moon is full and the house is quiet, so let’s have some fun, eh? It’s always ‘trick or treat’; it’s never ‘treat or trick’, right? … Gordon B. White is creating Haunting Weird Horror(s)Read more
Best of 2023: Middle Grade Horror and Dark Fiction
Best of 2023: Middle Grade Horror and Dark Fiction Merry Christmas everybody! Thank you for checking out our YA and Middle Grade reviews across the year. Just to be clear, ‘Young Blood’ is a specialist YA review site, I feature Middle Grade when it comes my way, but it is … Best of 2023: Middle Grade Horror and Dark FictionRead more