The Young Adult (YA) Bram Stoker Award: my top picks from the last decade of Final Ballots In my previous Young Blood article “A depressing night for quality children’s fiction” I criticised the 2024 Bram Stoker Award, particularly the members who voted for two very weak novels, which clearly do … My Top YA Bram Stoker Award Picks of the Last Decade by Tony Jones.Read more
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A Viewing Guide to the Pandemic: Depictions of Plague and Pandemic on Film and TV
A Viewing Guide to the Pandemic: Depictions of Plague and Pandemic on Film and TV by Richard Scheib, book review In an era indelibly marked by the COVID-19 crisis, film critic Richard Scheib delivers a groundbreaking cultural artefact with A Viewing Guide to the Pandemic: Depictions of Plague and Pandemic on … A Viewing Guide to the Pandemic: Depictions of Plague and Pandemic on Film and TVRead more
The Damocles Files: Vol 3: The Key of the Abyss, A Dark Triumph in Occult WWII Horror
The Damocles Files: Vol 3: The Key of the Abyss By Benedict J. Jones & Anthony Watson, A Dark Triumph in Occult WWII Horror The Key of the Abyss is a high-water mark for occult WWII fiction. It balances pulp spectacle with philosophical heft, proving Ginger Nuts’ longstanding thesis: Jones and … The Damocles Files: Vol 3: The Key of the Abyss, A Dark Triumph in Occult WWII HorrorRead more
Meet Ana Yudin: Your Next Favourite Author
Meet Ana Yudin: Your Next Favourite Author Discover the inspiring journey of Ana Yudin, a talented author whose captivating stories have won the hearts of readers everywhere. In this exclusive interview, Ana shares insights into her writing process, the themes that drive her work, and what motivates her to create … Meet Ana Yudin: Your Next Favourite AuthorRead more
Into the Wild Green Yonder: A Short and Creepy Fairy Tale
Book Review – Into the Wild Green Yonder by Peter Crowther and Tim Lebbon: A Short and Creepy Fairy Tale Its story and vision exceeds the humble sheets of paper it’s printed on. It shades itself with moments of horror and finds a nice overall home within the fantasy genre, … Into the Wild Green Yonder: A Short and Creepy Fairy TaleRead more
The Needfire by MK Hardy: Ancient Magic Mysteries & Female Resistance
The Needfire by MK Hardy: Ancient Magic Mysteries & Female Resistance The Needfire is an impressive and captivating debut novel. Hardy’s poetic and vividly detailed descriptions of the rugged landscape, their fresh and innovative approach to traditional gothic elements, and their deeply passionate portrayal of sapphic anger combine to create … The Needfire by MK Hardy: Ancient Magic Mysteries & Female ResistanceRead more
Henry Corrigan is Facing Up to His Childhood Fears.
Henry Corrigan is Facing Up to His Childhood Fears. I began this confession with the best of intentions (Any article about childhood fears is a kind of confession. One where we try to tell the truth as best we can and as well as we remember it.) I knew exactly how … Henry Corrigan is Facing Up to His Childhood Fears.Read more
The Homecoming by Zoë Apostolides, Gothic Secrets and Female Themes
The Homecoming by Zoë Apostolides, Gothic Secrets and Female Themes The Homecoming remains a compelling read for those drawn to character-driven Gothic fiction and atmospheric literary suspense. It is a promising, if imperfect, debut that showcases Apostolides’ considerable talents. Zoë Apostolides’ debut novel, The Homecoming, arrives draped in the evocative trappings of Gothic … The Homecoming by Zoë Apostolides, Gothic Secrets and Female ThemesRead more
River Eno: The Horror of My Life
River Eno: The Horror of Their Life Today, we are delighted to welcome the talented author River Eno to Ginger Nuts of Horror as they join us with their fascinating entry in our ongoing series, The Horror of My Life. This special series explores the pivotal and defining moments that … River Eno: The Horror of My LifeRead more
The Library at Hellebore: A Dark Tale of Power and Pain
The Library at Hellebore by Cassandra Khaw: A Dark Tale of Power and Pain Grotesque and compelling, this is a work of horror genius. I highly recommend it, but only if you’re strong enough. Oh, and whatever you do, do NOT go into the Library. The Hellebore Technical Institute for … The Library at Hellebore: A Dark Tale of Power and PainRead more
The Leeds Point Horror by John Collins, The Journey of a Debut Author
The Leeds Point Horror by John Collins, The Journey of a Debut Author John Collins doesn’t disappoint with this multiple POV tale. His dialogue is genuine. The characterizations are pitch perfect. And the descriptions are evocative. The Leeds Point Horror is a quick, fun read that will satisfy anyone’s itch … The Leeds Point Horror by John Collins, The Journey of a Debut AuthorRead more
Secret Lives of the Dead by Tim Lebbon, A Masterful Descent into Folk Horror
Secret Lives of the Dead by Tim Lebbon: A Masterful Descent into Folk Horror Tim Lebbon’s Secret Lives of the Dead (Titan Books, August 2025) emerges as a taut, blood-soaked narrative that masterfully blurs the lines between folk horror and kinetic thriller. Across a single, rain-lashed day in the fictional UK village … Secret Lives of the Dead by Tim Lebbon, A Masterful Descent into Folk HorrorRead more
Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan, an Exclusive First Look.
Ginger Nuts of Horror is proud to present an exclusive first look at the prologue of Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan, the highly anticipated and eagerly awaited sequel to the much-loved novel Bless Your Heart. Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan The Evans women are back in this rollicking, … Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan, an Exclusive First Look.Read more
Fridge Goop by Alana K. Drex: Immersing in 1987 with Nostalgic Horror Comedy
Fridge Goop by Alana K Drex 96 Pages; Available June 21 on Amazon A Horror Book Review by Damascus Mincemeyer For those who don’t remember or were too young to experience the decade first-hand, the 1980’s were rad. Those Regean-era years of MTV and Miami Vice, Molly Ringwald and Michael … Fridge Goop by Alana K. Drex: Immersing in 1987 with Nostalgic Horror ComedyRead more
That Very Witch: Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch Film
That Very Witch: Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch Film by Payton McCarty-Simas With a book launch event at Fantasia to follow shortly after, That Very Witch: Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch Film, a new nonfiction book exploring the evolution of witches in horror. That Very Witch will be published on 22nd July, 2025, from Luna Press. … That Very Witch: Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch FilmRead more