Review: The Girl in the Video by Michael David Wilson

The Girl in the Video by Michael David Wilson Perpetual Motion Machine Publishing (April 28, 2020) 106 pages; $12.95 paperback; $3.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann We all know Michael David Wilson from the infamous podcast, This is Horror. Michael is the one with the exceptionally wonderful British accent. If you haven’t listened to … Continue Reading! “Review: The Girl in the Video by Michael David Wilson”

Review: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix

The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix Quirk Books (April 7, 2020) 408 pages; $15.29 paperback; $13.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann You might be a horror book consumer like me and have already bought into the Grady Hendrix brand. You come for the unique titles and clever packaging (My … Continue Reading! “Review: The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix”

Review: Whispers in the Ear of a Dreaming Ape by Joshua Chaplinsky

Whispers in the Ear of a Dreaming Ape by Joshua Chaplinsky CLASH Books (October 2019) 185 pages; $13.95 paperback; $3.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann It’s this reader’s opinion that short story collections are the best way to read a new author. It’s the quickest way to discover an author’s versatility; each story an … Continue Reading! “Review: Whispers in the Ear of a Dreaming Ape by Joshua Chaplinsky”

Till the Score is Paid by Gemma Amor

Till the Score is Paid by Gemma Amor Giles Press (December 2019) 254 pages; $12.99 paperback; $3.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Some authors have a storytelling voice that feels familiar to the reader. I often say that these authors’ books are like coming home after wearing formal clothes all day, and then putting … Continue Reading! “Till the Score is Paid by Gemma Amor”

Women in Horror Month Interview: Becky Spratford

Becky Spratford is an informed and passionate advocate of fiction (particularly horror fiction). She trains librarians to match readers with books they’ll enjoy — an amazingly important job, if you ask us! Becky maintains a magical presence on Twitter and a blog that gives great insight into the importance of the work she does. We’re … Continue Reading! “Women in Horror Month Interview: Becky Spratford”

Women in Horror Month Interview: Ania Ahlborn

February is Women in Horror Month and I wanted to check in with some of my favorite writers of horror fiction. Ania Ahlborn is the author of several creepy books of which I would recommend, starting with Brother, and then working through her extensive back catalog. Her most recent release, If You See Her, is … Continue Reading! “Women in Horror Month Interview: Ania Ahlborn”

Review: Miscreations edited by Doug Murano and Michael Bailey

Miscreations: Gods, Monstrosities & Other Horrors edited by Doug Murano and Michael Bailey Written Backwards (February 2020) 342 pages; $29.95 hardcover; $16.95 paperback; $3.95 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann I clearly remember a debate that transpired last summer on social media about anthologies. An author wondered about the future of anthologies because it seemed … Continue Reading! “Review: Miscreations edited by Doug Murano and Michael Bailey”

Review: The Boatman’s Daughter by Andy Davidson

The Boatman’s Daughter by Andy Davidson MCDxFSG Originals (February 11, 2020) 416 pages; $10.99 paperback; $9.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Last year, if I talked about highly anticipated novels in 2020, The Boatman’s Daughter was at the top of my list. This is Bram Stoker Award finalist Andy Davidson’s second novel. His debut, … Continue Reading! “Review: The Boatman’s Daughter by Andy Davidson”

Review: Spungunion by John Boden

Spungunion by John Boden Fungasm Press (January 15, 2020) 106 pages: $9.95 paperback Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Once every blue moon, a reader will encounter an author who possesses a storytelling style that works for them every damn time. I have a few of these authors. Let’s call them the “Do-No-Wrongs.” John Boden is … Continue Reading! “Review: Spungunion by John Boden”

Review: Trouble at Camp Still Waters by Eddie Generous

Trouble at Camp Still Waters by Eddie Generous Severed Press (July 2019) 134 pages: $9.99 paperback; $2.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Ben Ray Collins is a serial killer fanboy who gets caught trying to execute a copycat murder. By some stroke of luck, he manages to escape prison and finds himself at Camp … Continue Reading! “Review: Trouble at Camp Still Waters by Eddie Generous”

Review: Ghoster by Jason Arnopp

Ghoster by Jason Arnopp Orbit (October 2019) 496 pages; $12.50 paperback; $9.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann I think it’s important to tell readers straight away that Jason Arnopp writes modern horror stories like nobody else in this industry. His books are written for horror lovers alive today, in this cultural moment. Ghoster is … Continue Reading! “Review: Ghoster by Jason Arnopp”

Review: Everything is Beautiful and Nothing Bad Can Ever Happen Here by Michael Wehunt

Everything is Beautiful and Nothing Bad Can Ever Happen Here by Michael Wehunt Nightscape Press (September 2019) 78 pages; $30 paperback Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Late at night, in the comfort of my cozy bed with my husband slightly snoring next to me, I read stories about werewolves, monsters or bad things happening to … Continue Reading! “Review: Everything is Beautiful and Nothing Bad Can Ever Happen Here by Michael Wehunt”

Review: The Fearing, Book Four: Earth & Ember by John F.D. Taff

The Fearing, Book Four: Earth & Ember by John F.D. Taff Grey Matter Press (November 2019) 170 pages: $9.99 paperback; $3.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann I like horror that fires on all cylinders, as I’ve said countless times in interviews. I want my horror to unnerve and disturb me, yes. But I also … Continue Reading! “Review: The Fearing, Book Four: Earth & Ember by John F.D. Taff”

Review: Teeth by Kelli Owen

Teeth by Kelli Owen CreateSpace (June 2018) 248 pages; $12.99 paperback; $4.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Sometimes I feel like a treasure hunter when I pick up a new book. I hold it in my hands and I think, “Will this book be a bright, shiny gem?” I get excited about the prospect … Continue Reading! “Review: Teeth by Kelli Owen”

Review: A Place for Sinners by Aaron Dries

A Place for Sinners by Aaron Dries Poltergeist Press (July 2019) 394 pages; $21.95 hardcover; $14.56 paperback; $5.39 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Sometimes, in the genre of horror, a reviewer stumbles upon a dark, glistening vein in the granite of horror. Maybe the reviewer reads a book from a specific indie press and … Continue Reading! “Review: A Place for Sinners by Aaron Dries”