Much Ado About Keanu: Celebrating a Cultural Icon It’s rare to see celebrities who are deeply wholesome people. Even rarer do we see media surrounding them as public figures approaching them as human as the rest of us. Sezín Devi Koehler’s Much Ado About Keanu: A Critical Reeves Theory (Chicago Review Press, … Much Ado About Keanu: Celebrating a Cultural IconRead more
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Bram Stoker Award Breakdown: Middle Grade Horror Guide
For the last decade or so I have reviewed all the books on the YA category for the Bram Stoker Award and you can find my thoughts on the current Preliminary and Final Ballots here: Ginger Nuts of Horror breaks down the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a … Bram Stoker Award Breakdown: Middle Grade Horror GuideRead more
This House Isn’t Haunted But We Are by Stephen Howard
Book Review: This House Isn’t Haunted But We Are by Stephen Howard Stephen Howard’s This House Isn’t Haunted but We Are is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of grief, memory, and the lingering echoes of the past. Blurring the lines between psychological drama and supernatural fiction, Howard crafts a story that is as much about … This House Isn’t Haunted But We Are by Stephen HowardRead more
Xmas of the Dead: A Hilarious Zombie Adventure
Book Review Xmas of the Dead by Izzy Von 272 Pages; Available Now on Amazon A Horror Book Review by Damascus Mincemeyer “I’m taking a ride With my best friendI hope he never lets me down againHe knows where he’s taking meTaking me where I want to beI’m taking a ride With … Xmas of the Dead: A Hilarious Zombie AdventureRead more
The Cat Bride: A Haunting Feminist Horror
Book Review: The Cat Bride by Charlotte Tierney Charlotte Tierney’s The Cat Bride is a haunting horror combined with a powerful feminist coming-of-age narrative. This is all set against the sweltering backdrop of 1995 Britain. With its eerie exploration of family secrets, bodily transformation, and the liminal chaos of teenage girlhood, this debut novel … The Cat Bride: A Haunting Feminist HorrorRead more
Listen to Your Sister: A Harrowing Family Horror
Listen to your Sister is not a casual or easy read. Instead, it grabs you by the throat and squeezes. It takes significant skill to write such a mind-bending story, dancing on a knife-edge between what’s real and what’s impossible, while ensuring the reader connects with the characters – cares … Listen to Your Sister: A Harrowing Family HorrorRead more
Lee Mitchell: Inspirations and Goals and Success
Lee Mitchell is a passionate horror author whose work delves into the psychological and supernatural realms of the genre. With a career spanning various media outlets and a lifelong love for all things horror, Lee brings a unique voice to the literary landscape. Their recently released book, The Divine Darkness, … Lee Mitchell: Inspirations and Goals and SuccessRead more
Robert Aickman – Master of the Uncanny
Robert Aickman stands as a unique figure in the landscape of horror literature, renowned for his mastery of the uncanny. This article from Phil Lecomber explores Aickman’s distinct storytelling style and his ability to evoke a creeping sense of unease without resorting to traditional horror tropes like violence or gore. … Robert Aickman – Master of the Uncanny Read more
Dead Men’s Laughter #1 – A horror/heist one-shot comic.
An introduction by Will O’Mullane: “Dead Men’s Laughter” is a new crime / horror mash-up comic book one-shot (the Kickstarter is launching on February 28th: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/willomullane/dead-mens-laughter-a-horror-heist-one-shot-comic), with stunning art by artist Marco Perugini (Cuddles, Demon City, Heavy Metal), and lettering by editor and Disconauts writer Jonathan Stevenson, written by yours … Dead Men’s Laughter #1 – A horror/heist one-shot comic.Read more
Like-Minded Individuals: Relentless Vigilante Justice
Book Review: Like-Minded Individuals by Beau Johnson In Like-Minded Individuals (Down & Out Books, 2025), Johnson crafts a visceral, unflinching dive into the murky waters of vigilante justice, moral ambiguity, and the cyclical nature of vengeance. Drawing readers deep into a world where the lines between right and wrong blur, prompting them … Like-Minded Individuals: Relentless Vigilante JusticeRead more
Agoraphobia, Overcoming it Through Writing by Lee Mitchell
Agoraphobia, Overcoming it Through Writing by Lee Mitchell My struggles with agoraphobia began when I was in high school. I didn’t know back then that I was suffering from panic attacks; all I knew was that the kids around me could be cruel, and sometimes it would become so overwhelming … Agoraphobia, Overcoming it Through Writing by Lee MitchellRead more
2024 YA Bram Stoker Award: The Ultimate Ballot Breakdown
Ginger Nuts of Horror breaks down the Preliminary Ballot list of the 2024 YA Bram Stoker Award. For the last number of years Young Blood, the YA section of Ginger Nuts of Horror, traditionally reviews all the books on the YA Bram Stoker Preliminary Ballot. Four of the ten for … 2024 YA Bram Stoker Award: The Ultimate Ballot BreakdownRead more
The Rooming House: Ten Excellent Tales of Eerie Intrigue
Introduction The allure of the unknown often draws readers into dark fiction, and the Rooming House, edited by Mark Beech, delivers a compelling invitation to explore just that. Published by Egaeus Press in 2025, this anthology assembles ten interconnected stories that delve into the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of a … The Rooming House: Ten Excellent Tales of Eerie IntrigueRead more
Daniel Church Brings You the Sound of the Dark
On Tuesday, we were proud to present the highly anticipated cover reveal for The Sound of the Dark by the talented author Daniel Church. This gripping tale promises to transport readers into a world filled with suspense and chilling encounters. Today, we are honored to offer you an exclusive extract … Daniel Church Brings You the Sound of the DarkRead more
When the Wolf Comes Home: Horror Meets Heart
When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy Introduction When the Wolf Comes Home, by Nat Cassidy shows not just his mastery of craft and lore, but also the ways in which the Horror genre can subvert readers’ expectations. Somewhere in between, there is also a heartbreaking truth about family … When the Wolf Comes Home: Horror Meets HeartRead more