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
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Push Movie Review: Mysteries and cliches in 1993 Michigan
Push Movie Review: Mysteries and cliches in 1993 Michigan Haunted by the memory of her late fiancé, Natalie Flores (Alicia Sanz, Prime Video’s “El Cid”) finds herself 8 months pregnant and in desperate need of a new start. Determined to regain her sense of self, she moves to America and … Push Movie Review: Mysteries and cliches in 1993 MichiganRead more
Hellbound Bastards are After Chris W. McGuinness
Welcome to our interview with Chris W. McGuinness, a former journalist turned horror fiction author known for his unique blend of cosmic horror and Western themes. With his debut novella, Hellbound Bastards, and numerous short stories published in respected magazines and anthologies, Chris shares his thoughts on the horror genre, … Hellbound Bastards are After Chris W. McGuinnessRead 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
Responsible Depictions of Mental Illness in Horror
Responsible Depictions of Mental Illness in Horror Fiction is a wonderful avenue for readers to better understand certain mental struggles. Horror does this particularly vividly because it evokes in readers many of the same emotions that mental illness sometimes augments—dread, fear, terror, anxiety, paranoia, disgust and, of course, horror itself. … Responsible Depictions of Mental Illness in HorrorRead 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
The No-End House by Jeremy Bates, Book Review
The No-End House by Jeremy Bates The No-End House is a lesson in expectations. From the description, I expected a very different book than the one I received. In particular the lines: “[The No-End House] knows his darkest secrets. It feeds his greatest fears. It makes him do things he … The No-End House by Jeremy Bates, Book ReviewRead more
The Monster’s Mother: Why Frankenstein Still Haunts Us
Frankenstein’s Creature was never truly monstrous. He was unloved. That is what makes him terrifying—because we recognise him. In every rejected child, in every voiceless woman, in every silenced scream in the night, we see something of ourselves. That is Shelley’s genius. That is her horror. And that is why, … The Monster’s Mother: Why Frankenstein Still Haunts UsRead more
Wolverine Frogs: A visceral debut eco-horror novel
Wolverine Frogs: A visceral debut eco-horror novel about survival, secrets, and strange creatures in the Australian outback A visceral debut eco-horror novel about survival, secrets, and strange creatures in the Australian outback Wolverine Frogs, the debut horror novel from Australian author Holly Scott, is now available in print and digital … Wolverine Frogs: A visceral debut eco-horror novelRead more
Horror Movies Vs Horror Games: Which Will Haunt You More?
Horror Movies Vs. Horror Games: Which Will Haunt You More? Both horror games and movies can give you a thrill, depending on how they’re made. Some games provide an immersive experience, so it feels like you’re in the middle of action. But some movies are even better, as you can … Horror Movies Vs Horror Games: Which Will Haunt You More?Read more
Explore Dark Roads Traveled: Four Thrilling Novellas by Tony Tremblay
After three terrific novels Tony Tremblay shows his literary versatility with a collection of four outstanding novellas Introduction Tony Tremblay, known for his gripping novels, showcases his literary prowess once again with his latest release, Dark Roads Traveled: Four Thrilling Novellas. Following the acclaim of his previous works, Tremblay dives … Explore Dark Roads Traveled: Four Thrilling Novellas by Tony TremblayRead more
Can Dylan James Find His Way Out of Cedar Mills
Please tell the readers a little bit about yourself. I’m Dylan James, author of short stories, poetry, and horror fiction. My upcoming sci-fi horror novel Cedar Mills is set to be published on August 1st, 2025 by Savage Realms Press. Which one of your characters would you least like to … Can Dylan James Find His Way Out of Cedar MillsRead more
The Last Ballard Review: Ghosts, Family Secrets & Dark Past
The Last Ballard by Kay Hanifen: Ghosts, Family Secrets & Dark Past As with the greatest fiction, The Last Ballard can be enjoyed on multiple levels. In its simplest form, the novel grants its audience welcomed escapism, and the long-simmering climax literally and figuratively ignites with thrills. Yet serious and … The Last Ballard Review: Ghosts, Family Secrets & Dark PastRead more
The 2024 Bram Stoker Award: A depressing night for quality children’s fiction
How can underwhelming novels win prestigious international gongs? In mainstream YA and MG awards, such as the Newbery (USA) and Carnegie (UK) Medals, this is just not possible. What makes the Stoker different is that the voting members of the HWA decide who win, the majority of which clearly know … The 2024 Bram Stoker Award: A depressing night for quality children’s fictionRead more