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The Guest Children: A Novel
by Patrick TarrThe search for two missing children goes terribly wrong in this haunting and insidiously creepy ghost story debut by acclaimed showrunner Patrick Tarr.With terror mounting in 1940 London, thousands of "Guest Children" were evacuated out of England to escape the bombings. Two of those children, Michael and Frances Hawksby, were never seen again. Randall Sturgess wanted to do his part in the war--but stayed home instead to look after his troubled younger brother. Impoverished, shamed as a coward, and running out of work options as veterans come home, when he&’s asked to investigate the disappearance of the Hawksby children, he agrees.Reluctantly leaving his brother behind, Randall follows the children&’s trail to a remote corner of northern Ontario, where he finds an isolated resort. There, he discovers the secretive couple who initially took in the young Hawksbys, along with their collection of strange, seemingly permanent guests. But there&’s still no sign of the children. Plagued by vivid nightmares and a persistent feeling that he&’s being watched, Randall searches the imposing woods and lake for any trace of Michael and Frances. Randall's certain something terrible has happened to them, linked to a spectral presence he senses around the lodge and glimpses out of the corner of his eye. Appearing first in his dreams and then in waking life, strange visions call to Randall, even as his every instinct tells him to stay away–and he&’s increasingly convinced that if he ever wants to find the children, he must succumb to the call. Vividly atmospheric, layered, and twisty, The Guest Children is sure to appeal to fans of Shutter Island and The Others.
What the Dead Can Do: A Thriller
by Peter RoschA young child&’s fate is at stake in a deadly battle between his deceased parents in this gripping and profoundly original psychological thriller, perfect for fans of What Have You Done and Middle of the Night.When a commercial flight crashes, all 184 people on board perish—with the singular exception of a two-year-old boy named Ethan, who&’s entrusted to family friends Matthew and Nicole per his late parents&’ wishes.From the afterlife, Ethan&’s parents, Tag and Amanda, watch helplessly as Nicole&’s secret addictions, the family&’s financial struggles, and the public&’s fascination with their story ignite events that threaten their son&’s welfare. Soon, Amanda&’s grief turns into an insidious obsession: Ethan belongs with her and no one else, and she sets out to reunite with her son by any means possible—including killing Ethan herself.After Amanda learns how to possess the living, only Tag stands in her way. He must protect his child, even if the consequences of his actions mean he may never see his wife or son again.What the Dead Can Do is a dark, psychological, speculative thriller tinged with horror, destined to keep readers&’ minds spinning long after the final page.
Of Flesh and Blood: A Novel
by N.L. Lavin Hunter BurkeA forensic psychiatrist&’s investigation into an infamous Louisiana serial killer leads him down a dangerous path of obsession as he discovers they share the same cursed blood.This chilling debut horror novel will captivate readers of Chasing the Boogeyman and What Moves the Dead and fans of True Detective.In 2008, a serial killer known as the Cajun Cannibal brutally murders and consumes the flesh of eight people in a small Louisiana parish. With law enforcement closing in on him, he takes his own life before he can face the inside of a courtroom.Ten years later, when forensic psychiatrist Dr. Vincent Blackburn discovers he and the Cajun Cannibal are more closely connected than he realized, he begins a case study into the sociopathy behind the killer&’s grisly deeds, only to find a torrent of small town politics, interracial family dynamics, and whispers of the supernatural muddying once clear waters. When copycat killings start anew, Vincent is thrust into the center of it all, putting his life, his family, and his own sanity at risk. As monsters—both figurative and literal—begin to manifest, Vincent discovers that untangling the truth from the lies is only the beginning of his nightmare.Told through the pages of Dr. Vincent Blackburn&’s case study memoir, and certain to appeal to readers of A Flicker in the Dark, this macabre psychological horror will leave your heart racing.
My Sister's Shadow: A Novel
by January GilchristEnvy and desire infiltrate the lives of twin sisters in this dark, Gothic suspense set in England and New York City, perfect for fans of Laura Joh Rowland and Hester Fox.A mirror will never show you the truth.England, 1904. Mirror twins Adelaide and Victoria have spent their lives in orbit of each other– doomed to be in the other&’s shadow, their lives are intertwined and inextricable as each other&’s identical inverse. Adelaide is dutiful and reserved, happy to remain in her childhood home, Harewood Hall, forever. Victoria wishes for a thrilling life, exploring the world and finding a great romance–but the twins cannot live apart. Visiting Lord Stanley bewitches Victoria with his talk of a life of luxury in New York, but it is obedient Adelaide whom he marries against her will and to Victoria&’s fury. Together, they all move to New York and begin a new life. Adelaide finds herself trapped in a gilded cage on Fifth Avenue with no one but her angry and tempestuous twin for company. Amid the glamor of the upper class, Adelaide is captivated by the independent and educated women of the elite social circle Mrs. Astor&’s 400. As Adelaide&’s star rises, tensions begin to surface between the sisters, and as Adelaide grows apart from her twin for the very first time, Victoria descends into a rage-fueled darkness that threatens everything and anyone standing in her way. Darker and darker with every turn of the page, this Gothic suspense will enrapture readers of Daphne du Maurier and Laura Purcell.
The Spirit Collection of Thorne Hall: A Novel
by J. Ann ThomasA young woman forced to live with ghosts in a mansion frozen in time must decide between forbidden love and the price of freedom in this gothic fantasy where Jane Eyre meets The Haunting of Bly Manor, perfect for fans of Starling House. At Thorne Hall, a grand estate nestled in the Berkshires, fifteen restless spirits roam, bound within the mansion&’s walls since the Gilded Age. Elegy Thorne bears the weight of her family&’s curse to preserve the mansion as it was in the 1890s, using ancient folk songs to keep the spirits secret and silent in order to avoid deadly consequences. When a mischievous child spirit wreaks havoc on the manor, the Thorne family calls upon their trusted preservationist to restore the mansion. He brings along his son, Atticus – a vibrant man full of life and ideas of modernization – and Elegy is captivated by him, igniting a longing for freedom she&’s never dared to embrace. Torn between her desire to follow her heart and her duty to her family and its legacy, Elegy begins searching for a way to release the spirit collection back to the afterlife and set both herself and the ghosts free. With century-old secrets, peculiar magic, and spirits both whimsical and deadly, Thorne Hall will haunt and enrapture readers—and you might just not want to leave.
Such Lovely Skin
by Tatiana Schlote-BonneViv isn’t known for telling the truth, but she’s not lying about having an evil doppelganger.After spending the summer wracked with guilt about causing the accident that killed her little sister, ambitious gamer and chronic liar Viv returns to Twitch streaming. She never told her parents the truth about the accident, but she hopes that maybe making it big in streaming and giving the money to them is penance enough for her mistakes. The weekend before school starts, Viv finds the perfect horror game to make her Twitch comeback, and during an offline practice run, an NPC asks Viv for a secret. She decides to tell them the truth about her sister’s death since a game could never share her secret—in doing so, she accidentally welcomes a demonic mimic into her life. No one believes Viv when she tells them about her evil doppelganger. Viv has lied to get her best friend’s sympathy and has spread rumors for attention, so why should anyone trust her now? The only person who believes her is Ash, a cute social outcast whom Viv once bullied. In trying to clear her name and kill the mimic, Viv discovers that her lies have hurt people who never deserved it, herself included.
Archie Horror Presents: Terrifying Tales (Archie Horror Presents #2)
by Archie SuperstarsArchie Comics continues to terrify with this collection of seven tales featuring final girls, grotesque gourmands, frightening fandom, summer camp slashers and more! TERRIFYING TALES is a feast for any horror-hungry fans, with everything from psychological thrillers to dimension-bending sci-fi. Madam Satan and Jinx are joined by Danni Malloy, Bingo Wilkin, and others in a true terror tour through the depths of Hell and back. Beware as you read horror stories from every corner of the Archie Universe! Featuring a retro, distressed cover by horror comic master Robert Hack. This collection includes the following one-shots: BETTY: THE FINAL GIRL, POP’S CHOCK’LIT SHOPPE OF HORRORS, THE CULT OF THAT WILKIN BOY, JINX: A CURSED LIFE, CAMP PICKENS, STRANGE SCIENCE, AND MADAM SATAN: HELL ON EARTH.
Archie Comics: The Cursed Library #3: Unbound (Archie Horror Presents #3)
by Eliot RahalThis is it! The final chapter of the Cursed Library is here. Will Jinx assume her rightful role on Satan’s throne? Can the unlikely duo of Danni and Madam Satan save her? It’s going to take a hell of a lot to set things right!
Archie Comics: The Cursed Library #1: Alpha (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Eliot RahalThis is it… this is the moment our horror one-shots have led to… THE CURSED LIBRARY! When we last left off in MADAM SATAN: HELL ON EARTH, Jinx has the former Queen of the Underworld trapped in the mysterious library, as her father-bestowed demon powers have intensified. To stop Jinx from becoming like her father, her best friend Danni Malloy must rescue and convince Madam Satan to guide her through Hell itself to find the one thing that can possibly save her friend’s soul––Jinx’s mom. Along the way, they’ll also discover a number of faces they’ve seen before, though only in the pages of the terrifying tomes within the cursed library. This three-issue limited series horror event tells a story about the bonds that tie us together and how the only thing that can save the world from evil is radical love. It’s Riverdale’s Return of the Jedi meets Dante’s Inferno. A three-part event that will close the door on the Cursed Library and usher in a whole new chapter of horror stories.
Kardak the Mystic (Archie Comics Presents #1)
by Joe CoralloAll John Cardy ever wanted was to be recognized for his talents at magic tricks and sleight of hand. He’s talented, but not enough to get noticed for it until he comes across a (unbeknownst to him) cursed ruby. This ruby grants John the power of invisibility. As Kardak the Mystic, he performs feats no one else can with this magic. Unfortunately for him, going invisible isn’t just a trick of the eyes, but rather entering another realm parallel to our own. And something inside that realm wants to use Kardak to enter our world for dark purposes.
Archie Comics: Judgment Day #3 (Archie Horror Presents #3)
by Aubrey SittersonThe epic horror event of the summer comes to its shocking end! At Jughead’s insistence, Archie is willing to make amends with someone important to him—but what he discovers will force him to make a choice that could change his life. It’s finally time for Archie to decide—will he give himself over fully to Alistair, or retain the parts of himself that make him Archie? Find out in this jaw-dropping conclusion that will have readers talking for years to come.
Chilling Adventures Presents… Truth or Dare (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Ron RobbinsWhen new student Trula Twyst comes to Riverdale, her mysterious and quiet nature doesn’t mix well with the squeaky-clean façade of Riverdale High. Tormented by her past and with a keen interest in Behavioral Psychology, she sets her sights on dismantling the traditional high school hierarchy from within. How? By a simple game of Truth or Dare… This horror one shot is smart, sexy, and for fans of movies like Escape Room, Saw, and Girl, Interrupted.
Archie Comics: Judgement Day #2 (Archie Horror Presents #2)
by Aubrey SittersonThe epic Archie Horror event continues, as does Archie’s quest. Jughead’s trying his best to act as Archie’s conscience and voice of reason, but with so many people once familiar and even beloved to Archie turning into demonic monstrosities, can Archie maintain his grip? Maybe if Jughead gets more people on his side, they can talk some sense into him—are Betty and Veronica up to the task of bringing back the Archie they know and love from Alistair’s grasp?
The Wicked Trinity (Archie Comics Presents #1)
by Sam MaggsSabrina’s magical nemesis Amber Nightstone and her sidekicks, Jade Kazane and Sapphire Gill, are intent on becoming the most powerful witches in the world. Isolated from so many around them, the three have formed a coven based on their individual needs for vengeance and true freedom. But when there is some dissent among the ranks, their small coven is threatened to be obliterated from within.
Archie Comics: Judgment Day #1 (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Aubrey SittersonIn a world overrun with demons, Archie Andrews is on a quest to cleanse Riverdale of all wicked-kind. Harnessing the destructive power of a captive fiend, he will have to destroy corrupted and possessed versions of the people closest to him. Questioning his own morality and forced to make difficult sacrifices, are Archie’s efforts truly good, or the work of pure evil? Traverse the most horrifying version of Riverdale yet in the first Archie Premium Event.
The Cult of The Wilkin Boy: Initiation (One Shot) (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Cullen BunnReturning to the world of last year’s successful THE CULT OF THAT WILKIN BOY, Bingo is now a music manager—and the devil incarnate. He’s initiating others by exchanging their souls for stardom. But is this what he really wants out of life? Is this what he worked so hard for? Bingo embarks on a quest to return to his first love: performing music. But the road back to superstardom isn’t going to be an easy one, and it’s going to take a lot of souls to get there.
Darkling One-Shot (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Sarah KuhnFrom the outside, Darla Lang looks like a normal college student—save for the peculiar voluminous black cloak she wears everywhere. Her peers and professors chalk this up to Darla’s eccentric, introverted, slightly creepy persona, but Darla is a young woman with a secret… and a mission. Darla’s cloak is actually a mystical artifact that she can use as a melee weapon, trapping her enemies inside and teleporting them away. Darla’s power and connection to the supernatural world have always been a curse, and now she’s enrolled in Ivy Hollow University which harbors some dark secrets of its own. Will Darla find within its hallowed halls the answers to the questions about herself and her powers that she’s been seeking?
Fear the Funhouse: Toybox of Terror (Archie Halloween Spectacular #1)
by Timmy HeagueIn Riverdale, even the toys are terrifying in this anthology one-shot set in the universe of last year’s Fear the Funhouse comic. Three tales of dolls, robots, and puppets gone awry all thanks to the work of a shadowy toymaker and a young girl intent on revenge, in the vein of the widely successful M3GAN movie and Child’s Play franchise
Chilling Adventures Presents: Welcome to Riverdale (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Amy ChaseWhen Ginger Snapp finds herself in the town of Riverdale, a town she’s fanatically read about growing up, she’s amazed by how wholesome and welcoming it truly is. But she can’t help but shake the uncanny valley-feeling she has with every new person she meets. How can everyone be THIS nice? And could the kindness drive someone to the brink of madness, if it hasn’t already? Explore toxic positivity gone horror in this one-shot that’s equal parts Pleasantville and The Stepford Wives.
Chilling Adventures Presents: Madam Satan Hell on Earth (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Eliot RahalAfter Madam Satan waged war on Baxter High, Hell descended upon earth, and even she isn’t safe. Madam Satan seeks refuge from the forces of Lucifer in a random suburban home… and who she meets there is surprising. But is this powerful person a friend or foe? And can the two of them work together to summon Eldritch Terrors and stop Satan’s rampage?
Chilling Adventures Presents: Strange Science (Archie Horror Presents #1)
by Magdalene VisaggioDanni Malloy is Jinx Holliday’s best friend, and where one goes, the other is sure to follow… even if that means through hell and back and forth through the depths of space and time. When Danni receives a mysterious message from former friend Dilton Doiley, Danni is horrified to learn that he’s built a time machine and it’s gone terribly wrong—and now the three of them have been transported to warped version of Riverdale, where nothing seems quite right. It’s up to Danni to set things right and bring them back to the present day, and the hometown they know and love… and she might have to explain a thing or two to Jinx about what’s going on, too! STRANGE SCIENCE explores Danni’s personal history, time travel, and the importance of being to be true to yourself and what matters most to you.
Betty & Veronica Double Digest #315 (Betty & Veronica Double Digest #315)
by Archie SuperstarsTWO BRAND NEW STORIES! First, Ethel and new girl Cassie Cloud are teaming up against Betty and Veronica in a beach volleyball contest. But when two cuties on the beach catch their eyes, they have a new mission—hit the ball in their direction to get their attention! But when Ethel’s aim is a little off, chaos ensues! Then, in “Solar Panic,” Archie’s spending a day on the beach with Darla Lang—aka Darkling! But it’s not all sun in the fun for Darla, who isn’t exactly a fan of sunshine. Can Archie get her to change her mind, or will he get sunburned trying?
Camp Pickens One-Shot (Archie Horror Presents)
by Tim SeeleyCamp Pickens has always been the go-to summer destination for the younger residents of Riverdale. It’s a rite of passage for the teen residents to hold the coveted camp counselor positions. However, Camp Pickens’ mysterious past shrouds a deep, dark secret: it’s cursed, and this summer all of its campers are going to find out the hard way in this one-shot anthology that’s equal parts Sleepaway Camp and American Horror Story: 1984, reuniting the team behind the mega-hit comic series Revival.
The H. P. Lovecraft Experience
by H.P. LovecraftIn conjunction with the H. P. Lovecraft Historical Society, we are proud to present The H. P. Lovecraft Experience: an ebook featuring the complete works of Lovecraft; an all-new original Reader&’s Guide; and bonus in-world material.Inspired by his waking nightmares, H. P. Lovecraft has astounded and terrified readers for more than a century. Now, fans can experience the visionary&’s mystifying work in a format that both honors and celebrates his long-lasting legacy. In addition to Lovecraft&’s complete fiction, The H. P. Lovecraft Experience features a comprehensive reading guide provided by The H. P. Lovecraft Historical Society and bonus material from Lovecraft&’s fictional Miskatonic University. The H. P. Lovecraft Experience pays homage to the King of the Macabre in this premium e-reading experience. A COMPREHENSIVE COMPENDIUM: of Lovecraft&’s complete fiction, including an illuminating reader&’s guide that gives key insights into ten of Lovecraft&’s most important short stories.
Creepy Stories: Ghosts, Mysteries, and Other Spooky Tales
by Kelly Anne McLellanFun and spooky stories for everyone to read togetherMake any night in more exciting with this thrilling collection of 16 tales that are creepy, funny, mysterious, and strange. Feel shivers down your spine as you read about ringing bells in a cemetery, ghostly underpants, fairies that create dreams, and more!Perfect for story time—These stories are short, simple, and easy to read aloud at a sleepover, in the car, around the campfire, or anytime!A terrific range of tales—Explore updated retellings of all the classic stories, like The Hook" and "The Ghost of the Bloody Finger."Not too scary— Each story is written to be fun and silly for kids as young as 6, with just enough detail to make them spooky, but not too spooky!From a mysterious fog to two heads in a suitcase, these stories are sure to excite and delight kids and adults of all ages.