At the end, however, the supernatural shenanigans, fraught with danger and entertaining as they are, pale to the authentic rigors of addiction and recovery, and it’s credit to Badcock’s engrossing skill that the fusion of the real and the fantastic come off as smoothly as they do. Those You Killed … Book Review of ‘Those You Killed’ by Christopher Badcock: A Harrowing Tale of Addiction and the Supernatural”Read more
Perpetrator, Horror Movie Review
Reeder’s interested in the way women are raised to disregard one another, to compete with each other, to be adored and consumed, sexualized, victimized and vilified. Her reaction to this environment amounts to a reclamation of blood. Perpetrator swims in blood and gore and humor and terror and feminism galore. Perpetrator Reckless … Perpetrator, Horror Movie ReviewRead more
Chad Gets The Axe (2022)
Chad gets the Axe is a fun swipe at social media popularity and the toxicity of the internet, with a modern-day satanic cult thrown in for good measure. While it is not overly scary and there is minimal gore, there are a couple of good jump scares, and the story … Chad Gets The Axe (2022)Read more
Casey Masterson’s Revelations of the Raven Master
Could you tell the readers a little bit about yourself? Hi! I’m Casey. I’m 24-years-old and I currently work at a library as a YA librarian. My goal in life is to be able to write full-time. I love animals very much; I have three dogs, a guinea pig, and … Casey Masterson’s Revelations of the Raven MasterRead more
The Ebony Reef: Eco-Horror Teaser Leaves You with Cravings
Things are immediately askew in The Ebony Reef, from the weeping insect-infested eye of its cover—some porthole-made- flesh giving us our first glimpse of the infernal rig—to the impossibly scrambled messages in the crew training videos that kickstart this ghastly tale. The Ebony Reef: Eco-Horror Teaser Leaves You with Cravings, … The Ebony Reef: Eco-Horror Teaser Leaves You with CravingsRead more
Where The Dead Wait by Ally Wilkes: Cover Reveal
The Ginger Nuts of Horror Website is thrilled to present the exclusive cover reveal for Where the Dead Wait, the highly anticipated upcoming novel by the exceptionally talented author Ally Wilkes, who is quickly establishing themselves as a rising star in the literary world. Keep an eye out for the … Where The Dead Wait by Ally Wilkes: Cover RevealRead more
Book Review: “Bride of the Tornado” by James Kennedy
“Bride of the Tornado” is a book that defies categorization. It is equal parts dark fairy tale, introspective coming-of-age story, and profound exploration of the human condition. James Kennedy’s masterful storytelling, imaginative world-building, and compelling characters make this novel an enchanting and thought-provoking read. “Bride of the Tornado” by James … Book Review: “Bride of the Tornado” by James KennedyRead more
YA and MG Horror Books, August 2023
August 2023 YA and Middle Grade Roundup In our latest roundup we have an amazing ten books for you, almost all of which are worth a closer look. We are going to start with Emma Read’s rather lovely The House Trap, as it is the only Middle Grade novel featured … YA and MG Horror Books, August 2023Read more
Brightwood, Horror Movie Review
Brightwood is a clever addition to the time travel subgenre. Instead of getting lost in the mechanics of paradoxes and and alternate timelines, the film wisely keeps its eye on the two characters experiencing this horrifying event. Brightwood A couple find themselves trapped while on a run around a pond. Written … Brightwood, Horror Movie ReviewRead more
Horror, Justice, and Resilience by E.F. Schraeder
Horror taught things that were unavailable in any other genre. It was okay to be terrified because in horror, anxiety and paranoia were warranted. Shaken up like a nice emotional cocktail, all the feels made sense in fiction, poetry, and film. Like a deep breath, indulging in horror reading and … Horror, Justice, and Resilience by E.F. SchraederRead more
Death in the Mouth: Original Horror from the Margins
Cartoonist and writer Sloane Leong and writer Cassie Hart have partnered to launch a Backerkit campaign for DEATH IN THE MOUTH, a horror anthology showcasing BIPOC and other ethnically marginalized writers and artists from around the world. It will feature twenty prose stories spanning the distant past to the far … Death in the Mouth: Original Horror from the MarginsRead more
The Beast You Are Stories by Paul Tremblay
Paul Tremblay returns with another collection of short stories and novella The Beast You Are Stories by Paul Tremblay A Horror Book Review by Tony Jones I am a major fan of Paul Tremblay and always enjoy seeing what he is going to dream up next, my personal favourites being … The Beast You Are Stories by Paul TremblayRead more
That Summer In Philly When Our Neighbours Lost Their Minds
When people ask me why I write dark stories, I think not of any one book, movie, or other cultural influence. Instead, I think of that summer in Philly when our neighbours lost their minds, and our small corner of the world began to eat itself. Childhood Fears: That Summer … That Summer In Philly When Our Neighbours Lost Their MindsRead more
David Keenan – England’s Hidden Reverse
Twenty years on from its first publication, England’s Hidden Reverse stands as a remarkable work of music journalism, and the chronicle of some truly singular artists. David Keenan – England’s Hidden Reverse: A Secret History of the Esoteric Underground (2003, revised and expanded edition 2023) Review by Jonathan Thornton David … David Keenan – England’s Hidden ReverseRead more
How to Kill Monsters will see its World Premiere at FrightFest on 25th August.
Dark Rift Horror and RO Pictures are thrilled to share the blood splattered teaser trailer and stunning new poster art for How to Kill Monsters, a practical FX driven horror comedy movie which will see its World Premiere at FrightFest on 25th August. Here’s the official synopsis: The sole survivor of a blood-drenched massacre … How to Kill Monsters will see its World Premiere at FrightFest on 25th August.Read more