Need to breathe a little life into the bloated corpse of your narrative? Looking for a new, downwind angle from which to approach its fetid stench? Then pull on a pair of surgical gloves and prep those nibs, because the epistolary format is the break in the case you’ve been hoping for.

Why the Epistolary Format Works So Well in Crime Fiction

Woman's World

From romance to thriller to women's fiction and more, these books will be hard to put down.

10 Must-Read Backlist Books From Authors With New Releases in 2024

One of the most daunting things about fantasy literature is its scale. Fantasy authors find it difficult to conceive of a story that runs for a single volume — and a novel-length one, at that — as opposed to their usual penchant for churning out multi-entry 1000-page brick tomes.

15 Best Standalone Fantasy Books, Ranked

Cinemablend

Stephen King teased the continuation of one of his book series last year... so how is the new sequel coming along?

Stephen King Provides An Update About A Long Awaited End To One Of His Best Book Series

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Scott Smith’s The Ruins gained high praise from one of the masters in the horror genre, Stephen King. When it comes to horror novels, it can be hard to convey terror through words in a way that sends chills down the reader’s spine. It can be eerie, but not terrifying, as this is a craft itself. King does that meticulously, and this helps him recognize a good horror book when he reads one. This book happens to be among his favorite horror novels, but why exactly? Let’s find out.

What Makes ‘The Ruins’ One Of Stephen King’s Favorite Books?

(Quirk Books 9781683694298, $18.99, 320pp, formats: trade paperback, ebook, audio, 08/06/2024) Folk horror novel. After the death of her husband, and involvement in her own terrible accident, a journalist is sent to a small, backwards town to investigate the rumor that a horse has given birth to a human baby boy. Thinking the story is clearly ridiculous, she goes to investigate and finds two horribly mangled bodies — one horse, one human, and realizes there might be a real story here. A first novel.

New Books, 6 August 2024

Real Simple

Some of these books were foundational in inspiring other writers to share their stories.

10 Banned Books Everyone Should Read, According to These Published Authors

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Cryptid Documentarians Take Their Latest Investigation. Available Exclusively on Blu/DVD from Small Town Monsters. Massilon, OH– Cryptid investigator Eli Watson and Small Town Monsters head north of the border for a new documentary on one of the most intriguing monster legends of all time – the creature known as Ogopogo. Watson and his team have emerged from the murky depths with Cursed Waters: Creature of Lake Okanaga, featuring newly-shot compelling footage that supports the legends of monsters living in the deep.

New Doc ‘Cursed Waters’ Reveals Evidence of Lake Monsters

If you’re a fantasy fan like me, there’s only a few places that evoke as much wonder as Avalon. Known as the mystical isle in Arthurian legend, Avalon is often portrayed as a paradise of eternal youth, beauty, and magic. Even though most of us know it as the resting place of King Arthur, it’s also a central location in the rich tapestry of stories that make up the Arthurian mythos. But what are the real-world inspirations and connections behind this enchanted isle? Of course there are. So, join us on this journey through the mists to explore the captivating history and the real-world links of Avalon.

Avalon: The Mystical Isle in Arthurian Legend and Its Real-World Links

The Guardian

In this week’s newsletter: Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat turn their hand to audio with True Tales of Possession. Plus: five of the best podcasts featuring A-listers

Podcasts of the week: Spooky stories of the possessed from the stars of Paranormal Activity

Do ghosts exist? This question has puzzled humans for centuries. Some swear by their eerie encounters, while others dismiss them as mere figments of imagination. Ghost stories span cultures, from ancient Egyptian spirits to modern-day hauntings. Believers argue that ghosts are the souls of the departed, lingering due to unfinished business or strong emotional ties. Skeptics counter with scientific explanations, attributing ghostly experiences to psychological phenomena or environmental factors. Whether you’re a firm believer or a curious skeptic, the mystery of ghosts continues to captivate our minds. Let’s explore 13 intriguing facts about these elusive entities.

13 Facts About Do Ghosts Exist

The Independent

 While filming “Alien: Romulus,” Cailee Spaeny didn’t have to dig too deep to muster up sheer terror. She was often facing off against real creatures on set — or as close to real as they could get.Under director Fede Álvarez, a prominent horror filmmaker, the actors played opposite animatronic and puppet alien creatures, including the famed “face huggers” and the dreaded xenomorph.“From an acting standpoint, it’s such a gift because you’re not having to act against a tennis ball, so it’s right there. There’s less work you have to do,” Spaeny said in a recent interview. Spaeny said using...

‘Alien: Romulus’ actors battled lifelike creatures to bring the film back to its horror roots

The following is an exclusive excerpt from Moral Injuries, by Christie Watson, in which four college friends turned medical professionals must confront a dark secret from their shared past that threatens to destroy their personal and professional lives. Christie Watson is a Professor of Medical Humanities at University East Anglia and worked as a nurse with the National Health Service for over twenty years, and is the author of five books.

Moral Injuries

Netflix debuted a first look at its upcoming horror film The Deliverance on Tuesday, giving the audience a taste of the heart-wrenching horror/thriller based on a shocking true story. Set to debut in theaters on August 16 before streaming on Netflix starting August 30, the film stars Andra Day as Ebony Jackson, a single mother struggling to make ends meet who moves her family to a new home in India, only to be confronted with several frightening demonic occurrences. As the increasingly unsettling supernatural occurrences catch the attention of Child Protective Services, Jackson finds herself fighting for the lives and souls of her children.

Netflix Releases First Look At ‘The Deliverance’, A Horror Film Based On A True Story

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Cults, often concealed yet surprisingly pervasive, are inherently dysfunctional. Estimates suggest there are as many as 10,000 cults in the United States today. Cults are not a far-fetched concept—they are closer to home than most realize. While it would be easy to dismiss those immersed in these groups as...

From Devotion to Deception: 5 Essential Reads About Cults

Cooking With Maryann

The flavor combos in this will blow your mind! At only 20 minutes from start to finish, that's a dinner winner in my book! Here's all you'll need to make it (4 servings):. 1 Tbl light soy sauce (I like Shoyu)

Garlic Shrimp with Browned Butter Honey Sauce

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

Ever wondered what makes a place truly haunted? From eerie castles to abandoned asylums, haunted locations have fascinated people for centuries. These places often come with spine-chilling stories, mysterious occurrences, and sometimes even ghostly apparitions. But what really goes on behind those creaky doors and shadowy hallways? In this post, we'll uncover 30 spine-tingling facts about haunted places around the world. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, these facts will give you a glimpse into the eerie and unexplained. Ready to get spooked? Let's dive into the world of the supernatural and discover what makes these haunted places so intriguing.

30 Facts About Haunted Places Around The World

NewsBreak

The Many Faces of the Witch: A Reading List

For those of us who love witch-related history and lore, the last few years have been the literary version of an all-you-can-eat buffet. Dozens of novels...

The Many Faces of the Witch: A Reading List

Comments / 0