A Brief History Of Folk Horror In Literature
Column by Christopher Shultz
The term "folk horror" might have originally only referred to films, but there is a lush history of novels and short stories that definitely belong to the subgenre.
5 Horrifying Books Outside The Horror Genre
Column by Autumn Christian June 24, 2019
Horror is not just a genre, it is a feeling. And it is inescapable, no matter what kind of books you read.
10 Things Every Horror Writer Should Read
Column by Repo Kempt
Given the limited amount of reading time in our lives, it's important not to waste time consuming material that won't help us progress and develop.
Raised by Wolves: Examining Alcoholism and Werewolves
Column by Max Booth III
"A naked American man stole my balloons."
"Inspection" by Josh Malerman
Review by Christopher Shultz
Though not without its flaws, "Inspection" upholds Malerman's premiere horror author status.
Writing Horror Using All Five Senses
Column by Repo Kempt
How to effectively use sensory details to connect with readers and maximize the fear in your writing.
The Folkloric And Literary Roots Of La Llorona
Column by Christopher Shultz
The fabled bogey-woman stars in a new Conjuring Universe film, but perhaps we shouldn't fear her at all.
"A Hawk in the Woods": Witchy Shenanigans and Spooky Folk Songs
Review by Max Booth III
Say hello to the best debut novel you'll read all year.
The Literary Influences Behind Jordan Peele's "Us"
Column by Christopher Shultz
There are film references abound in Jordan Peele's latest, but the written word also plays an important role in its proceedings.
The Five Habits of Highly Effective Horror Fiction Podcasts
Column by Luke Kondor
Want to start a fiction podcast? Here's what worked for the successful The Other Stories Podcast.
The Weird, Bloody Path to Fangoria
Column by Max Booth III
How one author got his book published by Fangoria.
The 13 Best Women Writing Horror Today
Column by Meredith Borders February 15, 2019
It's Women in Horror Month, so let's talk women in horror!
9 Ways to Celebrate Women in Horror Month
Column by Annie Neugebauer
Whether you’re new to Women in Horror Month or ringing it in for the tenth time, here are 9 ideas for how to celebrate.
Sarah Read on "The Bone Weaver’s Orchard", Horror, and Knitting
Interview by Annie Neugebauer January 30, 2019
We talk to author Sarah Read, discussing her debut novel "The Bone Weaver's Orchard", the differences between short and long fiction, editing and writing, hobbies, passions, and more.
Book vs. Film: "Bird Box"
Column by Christopher Shultz December 28, 2018
How does Susanne Bier's Netflix film stack up to Josh Malerman's debut novel?
Storyville: What the 'Best Horror of the Year' Anthology Can Teach Us
Column by Richard Thomas
There is a lot we, as authors, can learn by reading the Best Horror of the Year anthology.
The Most Anticipated Film & TV Adaptations of 2019
Column by Max Booth III
New Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, and others.
The 15 Most Anticipated Horror Books of 2019
Column by Max Booth III December 5, 2018
Horror continues to strive in the new year.
Storyville: Finding Hope in Dark Fiction
Column by Richard Thomas November 29, 2018
It's possible to put hope in your dark fiction, quite possibly leading to a more satisfying experience.
8 Conventions For Horror Writers in 2019
Column by Max Booth III
If you're wondering what this article is about, read the title again.
Storyville: Using Terror and Horror to Tell Powerful Stories
Column by Richard Thomas
When you use terror as the emotional set up, and horror as the devastating reveal, your stories will resonate with your readers.
Nonreaders Raise Nonreaders and Other Lessons Learned Selling Books at Small-Town Fests
Column by Max Booth III
A guide for surviving craft fairs and book conventions.
Exploring the Real Town Behind Silent Hill
Column by Michael David Wilson
In this article we explore the eerie parallels between Silent Hill and Centralia, Pennsylvania.
Ranking 20 Literary Monsters
Column by Peter Derk
Finally we've got the answer to the burning questions "Is Frankenstein better than Dracula?" "Is a swarm of slugs scarier than a haunted doll?" and "Why is the Jabberwock the worst monster ever?"
Dead Batteries and Killer Apps: Technology in Horror
Column by Gabino Iglesias
Technology rarely shows up in horror, and it's possessed when it does. How do we fix this?
