Here’s a small selection of the horror and genre news that caught our eye during the last week …
Arriving 11 July from author JP Behrens and Crystal Lake Publishing, Murder in the Monashee Mountains
After barely escaping the haunted streets of Arkham and Miskatonic University, Travis Daniels is on the run with his ward, Leslie Owens. Seeking refuge in the remote woods of Monashee Mountain, their lives take another dark turn when they witness a brutal, savage murder. Now, they’re thrust into a web of deceit, danger, and old grudges as they are drawn into a conflict between warring factions in the small town of Tonasket.
Travis must navigate the escalating tension between the town’s residents, the Native American tribes, and the ancient, shadowy creatures that dwell in the wilderness. The clock is ticking as dangerous rivalries between Sasquatch and werewolves threaten to erupt, and the local logging operations are sabotaged by forces more sinister than anyone can imagine.
As Travis works to uncover the truth behind the murder, he must decide who he can trust before it’s too late. With danger closing in, only one thing is certain: the truth will come at a cost. Available for pre-order now in eBook, with other editions to follow, you can guarantee your copy here.
UK Indie Horror Chapter comes to Weston-Super-Mare
Readers of horror and dark fiction, get ready – the Chapter 3: Weston Horror Book Convention will take place at The Royal Hotel, Weston-Super-Mare on 6 September 2025. This free-to-attend event involves over 40 independent authors from the UK and Europe and offers visitors an unforgettable, full-day experience.
Organised by the Indie Horror Chapter, these events are more than just book fairs. Readers can meet and chat with authors but also enjoy a host of other activities including Q&A sessions, an interactive charity quiz suitable for die-hard fans and newcomers alike, and more.
Chapter 3: Weston Horror Book Convention continues the commitment to bring accessible, affordable events for readers of horror and dark fiction to locations across the UK. First, the West Midlands, then the South-East and now the South-West…keep watching, Chapter 4 may just be coming to a town or city near you!
For further details, visit https://indiehorrorchapter.uk/
Coming 16 September from writer DJ Slater and Rowan Prose Publishing, Legend Has It
Soon-to-be college graduate Seth McCartney finds his love for his favorite October pastime – visiting haunted house attractions – fading. No matter what he does, he can’t recreate the thrills he felt as a kid and teenager. His best friend and fellow horror enthusiast, Peyton Fischer, has already moved on from this tradition and wants to help Seth do the same, but not without one final hurrah.
Over the years, rumors of an extreme haunted house have repeatedly surfaced, yet Seth has never been able to find it. The fabled place has ten stories of unrelenting horror from trap doors, hidden threats, and “actors” that can not only touch you, but remove you from the house. Each level becomes more challenging the higher you go, and only a select few have made it to the exit on the top floor.
Intrigued, Seth and his friends follow a lead to the elusive haunt’s doorstep. It’s everything Seth could’ve imagined to rekindle his passion. A foreboding atmosphere. High-end set pieces. Realistic effects. But there’s a reason this locale has a frightening reputation, especially when its hallways contain the depths of true terror and survival isn’t guaranteed. Available now in eBook and paperback, you can guarantee your copy here.
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KEV HARRISON
