Review: Constellations of Ruin by Andrew S. Fuller

Constellations of Ruin by Andrew S. Fuller Trepedatio (April 2023) 246 pages; $18.95 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Andrew S. Fuller is a fiction author who grew up climbing trees and reading books, later dabbling in archery, theater, and heavy metal. He once stared at the waters of Loch Ness for nearly twelve full minutes, … Continue Reading! “Review: Constellations of Ruin by Andrew S. Fuller”

Review: They Hide: Short Stories to Tell in the Dark by Francesca Maria

They Hide: Short Stories to Tell in the Dark by Francesca Maria Brigid’s Gate Press (April 2023) 205 pages; $13.99 paperback; $4.99 e-book Reviewed by Joshua Gage Francesca Maria writes dark fiction surrounded by cats near the Pacific Ocean. She is the creator of the Black Cat Chronicles comic book series. Her most recent short … Continue Reading! “Review: They Hide: Short Stories to Tell in the Dark by Francesca Maria”

Review: Curses, Black Spells, and Hexes: A Grimoire Sonnetica by Juleigh Howard-Hobson

Curses, Black Spells, and Hexes: A Grimoire Sonnetica by Juleigh Howard-Hobson Alien Buddha Press (July 23, 2021) 33 pages; $10.44 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Juleigh Howard-Hobson is most widely known for her modern poetry which is written in form. Working under the principle that taboos — even literary ones — must always be challenged, … Continue Reading! “Review: Curses, Black Spells, and Hexes: A Grimoire Sonnetica by Juleigh Howard-Hobson”

Review: Bleeding Rainbows and Other Broken Spectrums by Maxwell I. Gold

Bleeding Rainbows and Other Broken Spectrums by Maxwell I. Gold Hex Publishers (June 2023) 174 pages; $39.99 hardcover; $4.99 e-book Reviewed by Joshua Gage Maxwell I. Gold is a multiple award-nominated author who writes prose poetry and short stories in weird and cosmic fiction. His work has appeared in numerous anthologies and magazines including Weirdbook … Continue Reading! “Review: Bleeding Rainbows and Other Broken Spectrums by Maxwell I. Gold”

Review: Once Upon a Fang in the West by John Dover

Once Upon a Fang in the West by John Dover Not A Pipe Publishing (May 2021) 223 pages; $14.55 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Author and musician John Dover began his writing journey with his jazz-noir novellas and comic book series, Johnny Scotch. His most recent novel is Once Upon a Fang in the West.

Review: Grendel, Kentucky by Jeff McComsey and Tommy Lee Edwards

Grendel, Kentucky by Jeff McComsey and Tommy Lee Edwards Upshot (March 2021) 96 pages; $9.99 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Grendel, Kentucky by Jeff McComsey is an incredible graphic novel that takes the Beowulf saga and modernizes it. The story focuses on Marnie, who leads the all-women biker gang The Harlots. She’s called back to … Continue Reading! “Review: Grendel, Kentucky by Jeff McComsey and Tommy Lee Edwards”

Review: In Memory of Exoskeletons by Rebecca Cuthbert

In Memory of Exoskeletons by Rebecca Cuthbert Alien Buddha Press (January 2023) 53 pages; $10.99 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Rebecca Cuthbert is a speculative, slipstream, and dark fiction and poetry writer living in Western New York. She is an Affiliate Member of the Horror Writers Association. She loves ghost stories, folklore, witchy women, and … Continue Reading! “Review: In Memory of Exoskeletons by Rebecca Cuthbert”

Review: Weird Fiction Quarterly

Weird Fiction Quarterly edited by Russell Smeaton Independently Published (Winter 2022 | Spring 2023) 120 pages; $10.00 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Weird Fiction Quarterly is a quarterly anthology series that deserves some attention. What makes this series intriguing is that each story must be five-hundred words exactly.

Review: Sifting the Ashes by Michael Bailey and Marge Simon

Sifting the Ashes by Michael Bailey and Marge Simon Crystal Lake Publishing (April 2022) 222 pages; $15.99 paperback; $4.99 e-book Reviewed by Joshua Gage Michael Bailey is a freelance writer, editor and book designer, and the recipient of over two dozen literary accolades, such as the Bram Stoker Award and Benjamin Franklin Award. Composite novels … Continue Reading! “Review: Sifting the Ashes by Michael Bailey and Marge Simon”

Review: Numinous Stones by Holly Lyn Walrath

Numinous Stones by Holly Lyn Walrath Aqueduct Press (April, 2023) 98 pages, $10 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Numinous Stones is a collection of speculative pantoums, a form derived from the Malay verse pantun berkait, which is a form of interwoven verses of alternating lines. This is a difficult form to accomplish, as the repeated … Continue Reading! “Review: Numinous Stones by Holly Lyn Walrath”

Review: Angels of Hell: Poetic Tales of the Apocalypse by Christopher ~cliff~ Reichard

Angels of Hell: Poetic Tales of the Apocalypse by Christopher ~cliff~ Reichard Self-Published via Kickstarter 191 pages; $21.99 hardcover Reviewed by Joshua Gage Chris ~cliff~ Reichard is the writer and creator of the Angels of Hell comic book and poetry series. Their dark writing style has been influenced by various horror, Gothic and religious media … Continue Reading! “Review: Angels of Hell: Poetic Tales of the Apocalypse by Christopher ~cliff~ Reichard”

Review: Dead Dudes by Christopher Sebela and Ben Sears

Dead Dudes written by Christopher Sebela, illustrated by Ben Sears, colored by Ryan Hill and Warren Wucinich, lettered by Crank! Oni Press (September 2020) 126 pages; $19.99 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Trev, Kent, and Brian, collectively known as Ghostbros, are three struggling television paranormal investigators. Their show is about to be cancelled due to … Continue Reading! “Review: Dead Dudes by Christopher Sebela and Ben Sears”

Review: Scream Vol. 1: Curse of Carnage by Clay McCleod Chapman and Chris Mooneyham

Scream Vol. 1: Curse of Carnage by Clay McCleod Chapman Marvel (August 25, 2020) 120 pages; $15.99 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage For those unaware of the Marvel Universe, specifically Earth-616, the Klyntar are a race of conscious symbiotes. While Klyntar are fully sentient creatures, in their natural state they are predators who feed on … Continue Reading! “Review: Scream Vol. 1: Curse of Carnage by Clay McCleod Chapman and Chris Mooneyham”

Review: Cries to Kill the Corpse Flower by Ronald J. Murray

Cries to Kill the Corpse Flower by Ronald J. Murray Bizarro Pulp Press (June 2020) 64 pages; $12.95 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Ronald J. Murray is a fiction writer and poet living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His short fiction has appeared in various anthologies. He is a member of the Horror Writers Association. When he … Continue Reading! “Review: Cries to Kill the Corpse Flower by Ronald J. Murray”

Review: Skull Cat and the Curious Castle by Norman Shurtliff

Skull Cat and the Curious Castle by Norman Shurtliff IDW Publishing (February 21, 2023) 112 pages; $14.99 paperback Reviewed by Joshua Gage Scully the Cat’s father was injured hunting gold on a mountain, so Scully has to get a job with a local garden crew. His first job is at Le Dark Chateau, a haunted … Continue Reading! “Review: Skull Cat and the Curious Castle by Norman Shurtliff”