How The Captive by Kit Burgoyne Blends Spooky Scares and Sharp Satire The Captive is an audacious debut. It is a novel that demands to be read on multiple levels: as a gripping, pacey thriller; as a chilling supernatural horror story in the tradition of Ira Levin’s Rosemary’s Baby; and as a … How The Captive by Kit Burgoyne Blends Spooky Scares and Sharp SatireRead more
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Why You’ll Love A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony Evans
Horror Book Review: A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony Evans Dark Holler Press, 181 Pages, Available now on Amazon in eBook and paperback Review by Damascus Mincemeyer Born into a hostile universe without any advance knowledge regarding the nature of existence, humanity has often turned to storytelling to understand its … Why You’ll Love A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony EvansRead more
The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession Stories
The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession Stories The book deals with multiple layers of class, greed, religion and politics but in a way that those from less privileged facets of society will continuously — and currently — run up against. Each of these themes aren’t consistently in the forefront but … The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession StoriesRead more
Juno Guadalupe is Looking for The Lights of Greyfare
Juno Guadalupe is Looking for The Lights of Greyfare Please tell the readers a little bit about yourself. I grew up in the mountains but spent most of my adult life with a camera in my hand. Photography, to me, is just another form of storytelling—maybe more poetic, since you’re … Juno Guadalupe is Looking for The Lights of GreyfareRead more
Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist Heart
Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist Heart Chuck Tingle, once celebrated for viral erotic titles like Space Raptor Butt Invasion, has cemented his status as a master of contemporary horror with his latest novel, Lucky Day. Released on August 12, 2025, by Tor Nightfire (US) and Titan Book (UK), this genre-defying … Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist HeartRead more
The GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup: Breathing New Life into Filipino Esports and Tongits Culture
The GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup: Breathing New Life into Filipino Esports and Tongits Culture The Filipino gaming landscape is undergoing an exciting transformation, spearheaded by the GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup (GTCC) — a landmark esports tournament that has elevated Tongits, a beloved Filipino card game, from its humble roots in … The GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup: Breathing New Life into Filipino Esports and Tongits CultureRead more
Anthony Ryan’s The Feeding and the Art of Post-Apocalyptic Terror
Anthony Ryan’s The Feeding and the Art of Post-Apocalyptic Terror A Horror Book Review by Jim Mcleod Anthony Ryan, renowned for his bestselling fantasy sagas, ventures deeper into post-apocalyptic terrain with The Feeding, a gripping, standalone thriller that masterfully blends relentless action, poignant character drama, and genuinely unsettling horror. Released on August 12, … Anthony Ryan’s The Feeding and the Art of Post-Apocalyptic TerrorRead more
The Atlas of Hell by Nathan Ballingrud: Hell and Earth’s Dark Side
Nathan Ballingrud returns with a journey into The Atlas of Hell the stories are ultra bleak and examine the darker side of human nature, split between those set in Hell itself and those dealing with murky earthly goings on, sometimes with a dark fantasy vibe. In parts gory, others very … The Atlas of Hell by Nathan Ballingrud: Hell and Earth’s Dark SideRead more
A Very British Terror – The Works of Nigel Kneale by Anthony Ryan
Today, we welcome author Anthony Ryan to Ginger Nuts of Horror to celebrate the release of his new novel The Feeding, described by Philip Fracassi as “A madly entertaining amalgam of locked-room mystery, heart-racing thriller, and terror-inducing horror show that will keep you up late into the night and darken … A Very British Terror – The Works of Nigel Kneale by Anthony RyanRead more
My Top YA Bram Stoker Award Picks of the Last Decade by Tony Jones.
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
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