If you ask a reader of Stephen King what his best novel is, many will say that it’s The Stand. This is a novel that has captivated the minds of many since its original publication in 1978. It follows a cast of characters as they survive in the post-apocalyptic wreckage of the USA after a … Read more
Mexican Gothic is a horror novel written by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and was published in 2020. This book rose to fame quickly with the help of social media platforms and influencers’ recommendations. Publishing a novel during the pandemic undoubtedly had a positive impact on the novel’s reception too but nevertheless, it received a plethora of positive … Read more
Move over, Dracula, there are new vampires in town. One of the oldest legends in folklore, with some variant persisting through almost every culture, vampires have lived in the shadows of literature for centuries. Dracula isn’t on the list, ironically. While Stoker’s prose is great and the character is legendary, it doesn’t make for modern … Read more
The original Frankenstein was published in 1818, drafted by English author Mary Shelley. The original title was Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, and became the benchmark of gothic horror for the genre’s millions of fans. While modern gothic horror has taken an evolved approach, classic elements remain in vogue as well. While Shelley wrote predominately … Read more
Just like many enjoy a murder mystery, a violent thriller, or a psychological drama, post-apocalyptic books are equally as popular and offer some of the same factors. These genres all encompass fast-paced narratives, action-packed plots, suspense, and complex characters. However, post-apocalyptic novels add an extra layer, one that incorporates sci-fi, fantasy, and perhaps even comedy. … Read more
Incorporating two genres that are so polarized can be difficult, which is why these books are so brilliant. Comic horrors have a frightening and eerie plot line, perhaps set somewhere creepy too but often involve characters that are witty and sarcastic, creating a hilarious tone through which to tell a dark and scary story. Comic … Read more
The Pendergast Series by Preston and Child is popular for a reason, giving that classic mix of suspense, mystery, and the unknown beyond a modern twist. It’s a time-tested genre that has a widely built audience. After all, we all have that little fear of what we don’t know. These twenty books will give that … Read more
Whether you may have just finished the Netflix adaptation or the original comics by Neil Gaiman, The Sandman probably left you wanting more. The surreal dreamworlds, fantasy powers, universe hopping, and deep characters are some of the best in comic history, not much could measure up with that, right? There’s a lot out there left … Read more
The occult is an extremely wide umbrella, encompassing almost anything supernatural, demonic, or even just secret societies with secret plans. It certainly doesn’t hurt that people have been using “occult” as a means of othering things they consider evil throughout history. Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo takes the idea of the occult as sorcerers and … Read more
Ghosts and romance have been intertwined for centuries but only came to the forefront of literary works with the Gothic romance genre. Whether the ghosts are real or not may be questionable, but the romance is very real in these stories of characters haunted by spirits and emotions, love and loss, grief and joy. H.D. … Read more