The Horror Maven
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ARC Review: A Female Rage Bonanza Not for the Squeamish
The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim Release Date: June 25, 2024 Synopsis Feminist psychological horror about the making of a female serial killer from a Korean-American perspective. Ji-won’s life tumbles into disarray in the wake of her… Continue reading
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Book Review: Satanic Panic Mayhem
Whisper Down the Lane by Clay McLeod Chapman Synopsis Inspired by the McMartin preschool trials and the Satanic Panic of the ‘80s, the critically acclaimed author of The Remaking delivers another pulse pounding, true-crime-based horror novel. … Richard doesn’t have… Continue reading
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Author Chat with Angela Sylvaine
Happy Wednesday, horror fiends! We are halfway through the week, and I hope that the week is treating you well! I, personally, am hiding from the ever-encroaching heat as much as I possibly can. I am excited to share with… Continue reading
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Book Tour: Lockjaw by Matteo L. Cerilli
I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing an early copy of Lockjaw by Matteo L. Cerilli, a new LGBTQIA+ young adult horror novel that just released, and I am so honored to be on the book tour for this… Continue reading
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Pub Day Review: A Heartbreaking and Haunting Collection of Lost Girls
The Dead Spot: Stories of Lost Girls by Angela Sylvaine Release Date: May 21, 2024 Overall Rating 4/5 Spooky Rating 4/5 Quick Take The Dead Spot: Stories of Lost Girls by Angela Sylvaine takes the concept of “lost girls” and… Continue reading
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ARC Review: A Masterpiece Epistolary Novel Unlike Anything You Have Read
Letters to the Purple Satin Killer by Joshua Chaplinsky Release Date: April 6, 2024 Jonas Williker is considered one of the most sadistic serial murderers of the modern era. This epistolary novel explores the aftermath of his arrest and the… Continue reading
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Announcing Pride with a Bite – An Upcoming Indie Publisher of LGBTQIA+ Horror
Happy Saturday, Everyone! I am excited to officially announce a project that I have been developing – Pride with a Bite, an indie publisher of LGBTQIA+ based horror by LGBTQIA+ creators for the LGBTQIA+ community! My new indie publishing house… Continue reading
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Book Review: An Essential Compendium on Horrific Folklore
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… Continue reading
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Book Review: A Horror Collection Revealing What We Will Do for Love and Connection
Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and Other Misfortunes by Eric LaRocca Three dark and disturbing horror stories from an astonishing new voice, including the viral-sensation tale of obsession, Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke .… Continue reading
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Book Review: A Delicious Gothic-Fairytale
Lullaby by Cécile Guillot Hazel loves writing horror stories, and wants to become a writer. She falls for her lovely neighbor Blanche, but when her parents discover her various inclinations, they are outraged and decide to commit her to Montrose… Continue reading
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