The Black Crow’s Best New Horror Volume 1: 13 Must-Read Stories

The Black Crow’s Best New Horror Volume: 13 Must-Read Stories

13 original tales to terrify in a brand new anthology showcasing the very best and bizarre in horror fiction

Featuring horror legends and worldwide bestsellers Olivie Blake, Ramsey Campbell, Lisa Tuttle, Tim Lebbon, V Castro, Ally Wilkes, Rian Hughes, Lindy Ryan, Susi Holliday, Lily Kade, TL Huchu, Adrian Tchaikovsky, and Clay McLeod Chapman.

Be careful what you wish for.

Whether searching for love, fame, money or revenge, remember that everything comes with a price. From stepping into an unknown in nature to ignoring the warnings of locals, to finding
your perfect match or facing the hidden horrors of your past, beware

The thirteen stories in this brand-new anthology explore the dark side of human nature and take us into the hidden, terrifying re- cesses of a world we never see.

Until it’s too late . . .

Following record breaking sales in horror fiction and the rise of new imprints focusing on the genre, the appetite for all things weird and wonderful is bigger than ever. Both a new venture and passion project, The Black Crow Book of Best New Horror combines stories from the biggest and best authors writing today, brought to you by industry experts, uber nerds and fans.

Genre bookseller Matt Holland (The Broken Binding) and genre comms specialist Jamie-Lee Nardone (Black Crow PR) joined forces in 2024 to launch Black Crow Books; an agile and bespoke publisher and bookseller with a mission to publish the best new names in horror while also bringing out special editions of classics both old and new as well as subscription boxes. The Black Crow Book of Best New Horror Volume 1 is their inaugural anthology. Cover design, logo and typography by Rian Hughes. www.blackcrowbooks.co.uk

About Black Crow Books

Black Crow Books, a new horror-dedicated publisher, is set to launch in 2025 with Jamie-Lee Nardone, director of Black Crow PR, and Matt Holland, founder of The Broken Binding, at the helm.

The new independent publisher will initially publish four books a year, including an anthology of “the very best” horror fiction of the year.

The other side of the business will focus on creating exclusive and limited editions of new and backlist titles and will launch a quarterly book box of horror fiction.

About Jamie-Lee Nardone

I’m Jamie-Lee Nardone. I’ve worked with some of the biggest names in genre publishing, from crime giants MC Beaton and Simon Brett, legends of horror Max Brooks, Ramsey Campbell and Grady Hendrix, to all-time greats and exciting debuts of science fiction and fantasy, including Ransom Riggs, Naomi Novik, Olivie Blake, Freya Marske, TJ Klune, John Scalzi, Zen Cho, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Arkady Martine, Rian Hughes, Christopher Paolini and Cassandra Clare. My debut authors have been Sunday Times bestsellers, BBC Radio 4’s Book of the Week, Guardian, Daily Mail, FT and The Times Books of the Year, and Stoker, Crawford, Aurealis, Locus, Shirley Jackson, RNA, BFSA and Hugo Award-winners. 

A background in business, media and events alongside genre expertise makes me the go-to book publicist for all things genre and pop culture; whether you’re a debut author, indie publisher or mass market imprint. 

I have also discussed and written about TV, film and pop culture for the Guardian, Time Out magazine, Den of Geek and Buzzfeed, and​ am the co-founder and Director of Black Crow Books, an independent boutique publisher and bookseller bringing you the very best and bizarre in horror fiction. 

About Stephen Haskins

Previously Events Manager at Waterstones Piccadilly, I’ve interviewed some of the biggest names in the industry, and  also dressed up as a Christmas elf… 

I’ve worked for various publishers in both PR and contracts, and continue to host book events, alongside co-creating my own YA festival, Camp YA. 

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I love nothing more than championing great reads – especially genre fiction. In my spare time I enjoy going to the theatre, hosting pub quizzes and watching Drag Race.

Further Reading

If you’re a fan of spine-chilling tales and hair-raising suspense, then you won’t want to miss the horror features page on The Ginger Nuts of Horror Review Website. This is the ultimate destination for horror enthusiasts seeking in-depth analysis, thrilling reviews, and exclusive interviews with some of the best minds in the genre. From independent films to mainstream blockbusters, the site covers a broad spectrum of horror media, ensuring that you’re always in the loop about the latest and greatest.

The passionate team behind The Ginger Nuts of Horror delivers thoughtful critiques and recommendations that delve into the nuances of storytelling, character development, and atmospheric tension. Whether you’re looking for hidden gems to stream on a dark and stormy night or want to explore the work of up-and-coming horror filmmakers, this page is packed with content that will ignite your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat.

So grab your favorite horror-themed snacks, settle into a cozy spot, and immerse yourself in the chilling world of horror literature and film. Head over to The Ginger Nuts of Horror and embark on a journey through the eerie and the extraordinary—it’s an adventure you won’t soon forget!