Here’s a small selection of the horror and genre news that caught our eye during the last week …
Out now from author Kit Power and French Press Publishing, Millionaire’s Day
On Sunday, 22nd December, 2019, everyone in the United Kingdom woke up with one million pounds in cash under their beds.
The miracle – or catastrophe – was never adequately explained. In the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic the event was largely forgotten or treated as an urban legend. Until now.
In this explosive volume, investigative journalist/historian Kit Power finally blows the lid off that surreal, impossible morning. Focussing on a few residents of Milton Keynes, a uniquely diverse city northwest of London, Power lays bare, the wonder of waking up to a found fortune through the eyes of a neglected child, the madness and panic of an unprepared public from the perspective of an overworked police officer, the graphic terror inflicted by a band of reprobate gangsters for whom too much is never enough, the strangeness of it all through the outlook of man’s best friend. Available now in eBook and paperback, you can pick up your copy here.
Released today from authors Keith Lansdale, Michael Knost and James Aquilone, and Crystal Lake Publishing, Blood and Bullets
Prepare yourself for a chilling journey through the American frontier with Blood and Bullets, an anthology featuring three gripping novellas that blend horror, paranormal elements, and the harsh realities of the Old West.
‘American Devil’ by James Aquilone: In a suspenseful twist on historical horror, Randall Bond, a determined psychic bounty hunter, faces his most daunting challenge yet: capturing H.H. Holmes, America’s first serial killer, who has escaped from prison. With dark forces at play and the line between predator and prey blurring, Bond must navigate a treacherous landscape where the hunt turns into a battle for survival.
‘The Deadwood Deal’ by Michael Knost: Dive into the shadows of Wild Bill Hickok’s final moments in The Deadwood Deal. Michael Knost unravels the hidden truths behind Jack McCall’s infamous act of betrayal, revealing the dark and supernatural forces that orchestrated the tragic fate of one of the most legendary gunfighters of the Old West. This tale of vengeance and dark partnership will leave you questioning the true nature of evil.
‘Elijah’s Elixir’ by Keith Lansdale: Elijah’s quest for easy money takes a sinister turn in Elijah’s Elixir. Joined by Rose, a tarot reader with a troubled past, and Luther, an enigmatic companion, Elijah finds himself entangled in a web of supernatural mystery and personal demons. As they unravel the secrets of a strange town and confront their own haunted pasts, they discover that nothing is ever as simple as it seems. Available today in eBook, hardcover and paperback editions, you can pick up your copy here.
Available now from writer Ron Prasad and iUniverse, I Will Wander On
I Will Wander On is a collection of fifteen bloodcurdling short stories, delivering a terrifying and captivating examination of life, love, and death. Delve into the depths of the human psyche, and encounter a diverse array of horrors: from the supernatural to the psychological. Award winning writer Ron Prasad has given new, contemporary life to familiar tropes— exploring the unnerving themes of otherworldly invasions, sinister boogeymen, encounters with mysterious creatures, and vicious revenge. Whether it’s a mansion teeming with spirits, the relentless pursuit of the walking dead, exploration of a hellish afterlife, or the eerie whispers of long-forgotten serial murders; he draws the audience into an immersive world where the lines between reality and nightmares are blurred. Each unique story is filled with rich narrative, vivid characters, spine-tingling twists— with a dash of social commentary. Available now in eBook, paperback and hardcover editions, you can grab your copy here.
New from author L. C. Marino, Bless The Mother
Twenty years have passed since the horrific night in the Whispering House. Now, Abigail lives a relatively normal life as an independent bookstore owner while her sister, Constance, struggles to navigate crippling physical and psychological damage.
But when Abigail inherits the house, old memories and childhood traumas are awoken. Abigail becomes drawn to the dreamlike allure of the house, enticed by the potential of reconnecting with their dead mother.
Meanwhile, Constance’s dormant terrors return with frightening violence. Will they finally connect with their dead mother and cleanse the house of the evil tearing their family apart, or will the house continue its reign of psychological horror? One thing is certain…they will discover the unsettling truth of Constance’s connection to the house and a secret Abigail’s hidden since that fateful night in the fire.
Suspenseful and immersive, Bless the Mother is the second novel in The Haunting of the Whispering House paranormal horror series from author L.C. Marino. Available now in eBook, with other editions to follow, you can pick up yours here.
Arriving 29 October from author S. J. Townend and Brigids Gate Press, Sick Girl Screams
Woven together by the black ribbon of grief, with whispers of haunted children, feminism, and the unnerving concept of infinity, this inaugural collection of dark fiction by SJ Townend is an eclectic mixture of reprints and original material.
Prepare to unravel. Available for pre-order now in eBook and paperback editions, you can guarantee your copy here.
KEV HARRISON
