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Book Review: Little Black Spots by John F.D. Taff

  • November 13, 2018

  • 12 mins to read

Little Black Spots by John FD Taff - cover

“From body horror, to vampires, to the downright strange, to horror of a quieter nature, the full spectrum of the genre is on display. The through line is the exquisite storytelling of a skilled and masterful author.”   Known to imbue his work with a sense of emotional tribulation, “King of Pain” John F.D. Taff …

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Look Out For … Lip Hook: A Tale of Rural Unease by David Hine & Mark Stafford

  • November 9, 2018

  • 2 mins to read

lip hook

“Combining dangerous fugitives hiding out in a strange dead end village, Lip Hook: A Tale of Rural Unease sounds like an excellent mix of weird and crime that horror fans crave.”   On a foggy night, a car speeds down a road in the British Isles, driven by a beautiful woman, her passenger a man …

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Book Review: Closer Still by Richard Farren Barber

  • November 7, 2018

  • 7 mins to read

Closer Still by Richard Farren Barber - cover

“Barber has created something marvelous here—a modern ghost story that manages to succeed as both supernatural chiller and high school drama.”   The small, independent presses have been killing it recently. While the bigger outfits may yet have a ways to go (though they too, have been impressing lately), smaller publishers have been absolutely spoiling fans …

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Look Out For … Someone Like Me by M. R. Carey

  • November 1, 2018

  • 2 mins to read

Someone Like Me by M.R. Carey - cover

“With a flair for creating unforgettable characters in impossible situations, Carey’s latest, Someone Like Me, is destined to be another classic you won’t want to miss.” Devoted mom Liz Kendall wouldn’t even hurt a fly. She’s determined to raise her children in a home full of love. But Liz has another side—a side that’s twisted …

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