Freaky Folklore: A Compendium of the World’s Most Frightening Monsters, Cryptids, and Beasts by Darkness Prevails with Carman Carrion
Release Date July 16, 2024

About
Discover the history and culture of over 50 of the most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium.
Accompanied by illustrations of each beast, Freaky Folklore is your guide to the world’s most terrifying beings, from ancient times to today. Hosts from Eeriecast, the leading horror podcast network, present the most frightening—and entertaining—tales of these mysterious creatures, revealing everything you need to know.
This beautifully creepy collection is filled with wicked monsters, including:
- Chupacabra: A legendary monster that is said to drain the blood of livestock throughout Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Southwest.
- Jersey Devil: Said to have been created due to a mother’s curse upon her newborn in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey, USA.
- Kelpie: A shape-shifting water horse told of in Celtic folklore. Whatever form it takes, it is said to lure its victims to their watery graves.
- Moehau: A cryptid from Māori mythology, it stands up to 8 feet tall and can be very aggressive when encountered.
- Kuchisake-onna: From Japanese folklore, Kuchisake-onna is a yokai with deep gashes that forms a haunting smile across her face. Should you happen to meet her, she will ask you a question–and you had better answer it correctly.
- Dogman: A werewolf or werewolf-type creature first reported in 1887 in Wexford County, Michigan, Dogman sightings have been reported in several locations throughout Michigan, primarily in the northwestern quadrant of the Lower Peninsula.
Freaky Folklore has the stories, culture, and illustrations for you to be on the lookout for these beasts. Dive into the world of mythology and find what makes each creature unique.
Overall Rating
5/5
Quick Take
Freaky Folklore is an essential compendium for anyone interested in creepy worldwide folklore – including monsters, cryptids, and beasts. The book features gorgeous illustrations and excerpts on various beings sorted by their country of origin. It is truly a masterpiece!
Tell Me More
I’ve always been extremely into folklore and cryptids, so when I discovered Freaky Folklore, I was beyond ecstatic. I love how the book covers folklore and beings from various countries, as well as gorgeous illustrations. Each excerpt is fairly short but covers the essential history and lore of each being. The beauty of this is that the book does not need to be read from cover to cover, but can be read in pieces, depending on which beings you would like to study.
Every highlight features quick facts, as well as the history of the being. This compendium is not meant to dive deep into the various monsters, cryptids, and beasts, but to gain quick insight into each of the beings, which can help guide you into studying more about them on your own.
This collection is essential for authors looking to incorporate folklore into their writing, or for anyone interested in learning more about folklore and monsters that have become a part of our collected consciousness. It is a treasure for folklore fans everywhere, and it is sure to keep you up at night!
Thank you so much to Lydia of The Quarto Group and Wellfleet Press for the ARC!
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