“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
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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
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
Boys in the Valley by Philip Fracassi
Fracassi’s Boys overcomes any need for grey-area musing with rapid-fire set-pieces and a willingness to escalate the horror. It’s appropriate this book is coming out in July, because this is one that deserves to take over at least one warm summer night. Boys in the Valley by Philip Fracassi Tor … Boys in the Valley by Philip FracassiRead more
Alone at Night (2022)
It tries to do something clever but doesn’t quite manage it because I am not sure what that was. The plot felt lazy and repetitive and, while I could have gotten over that with a decent ending, the ‘twist’ that was delivered just made things worse Alone at Night (2022) … Alone at Night (2022)Read more
Corman/Poe: Interviews and Essays by Chris Alexander
Endlessly fascinating and informative look at the legendary eightEdgar Allan Poe films directed by cult film director Roger Corman Corman/Poe: Interviews and Essays Exploring the Making of Roger Corman’s Edgar Allan Poe Films, 1960-64 by Chris Alexander A Horror Book Review by Tony Jones Forgive me if I get nostalgic … Corman/Poe: Interviews and Essays by Chris AlexanderRead more
Dark Tide Vol. 8: Against The Clock
Filled with twists, turns and terror, Against The Clock ticks down to zero hour with panache, class and suspenseful style, and deserves a space on the bookshelf of any respecting genre fan. Graded individually, Gunnells’ ‘Septic’ receives top-billing with the full 5 (out of 5) on my Fang Scale BOOK … Dark Tide Vol. 8: Against The ClockRead more
Blood Crazy Series by Simon Clark — Coming Sept 2023
We are pleased to announce that acclaimed horror author Simon Clark has signed a three-book deal with Darkness Visible Publishing, inaugurating the BLOOD CRAZY SERIES. The first book will be a republication of the popular and bestselling post-apocalyptic novel Blood Crazy, originally published by Hodder and Stoughton in 1995. It tells the … Blood Crazy Series by Simon Clark — Coming Sept 2023Read more
Birth/Rebirth, Horror Movie Review
The film amounts to a profound parenting nightmare, and each actor takes on the role of parent to create an unnerving dynamic again guided by authenticity. All of it pulls the psychological scabs of exhausted parenting. Birth/Rebirth A morgue technician successfully reanimates the body of a little girl, but she … Birth/Rebirth, Horror Movie ReviewRead more
Competition – Darkness in the Fields 3
COMPETITION – DARKNESS IN THE FIELDS 3 PRESENTS A CHANCE TO WIN TWO FULL EVENT PASSES FOR A PACKED DAY OF FOLK HORROR WORKSHOPS AND INTERVIEWS! Whether you’re a reader or a writer of folk horror, the return of DARKNESS IN THE FIELDS presents just the day to indulge in … Competition – Darkness in the Fields 3Read more
The Top Ten Horror Books of All Time
The Top Ten Horror Books of All Time are the ten horror books that you think are the best of all time!! Don’t let others try and tell you that your thoughts and feelings on the horror genre aren’t worthwhile. Others may hate some of the books on your list, … The Top Ten Horror Books of All TimeRead more