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Review: The Widows of Winding Gale by Kealan Patrick Burke

Cemetery Dance OnlineOctober 7, 2025October 6, 2025ReviewsDave Simms, Earthling Halloween Series, Earthling Publications, Kealan Patrick Burke, Reviews, The Widows of Winding GaleLeave a comment

Cover of The Widows of Winding Gale The Widows of Winding Gale by Kealan Patrick Burke
Earthling Publications (October 2025)
Reviewed by Dave Simms

For those readers who have read Kealan Patrick Burke, a familiarity with gorgeous writing is a given. The stories themselves are varied, the voices far-ranging, but no matter how far the author stretches his wings, somehow, it all comes back to his style and craft. Like Peter Straub and Gwendolyn Kiste, one knows they are in the midst of a singular voice that entrances. For musicians, the tone of a famous saxophone player or blues guitarist can be unmistakable once the song begins.

Review: Family by Ian Rogers

Cemetery Dance OnlineDecember 18, 2024December 8, 2024ReviewsDave Simms, Earthling Halloween Series, Earthling Publications, Family, Ian Rogers, ReviewsLeave a comment

cover of Family Family by Ian Rogers
Earthling Publications (October 2024)
Reviewed by Dave Simms

When is a haunted house story not a haunted house story? Earthling Publications knocks it out of the park with this novel by Ian Rogers. Comparisons will be made to the classics such as The Haunting of Hill House and newer entries like A Head Full of Ghosts, but also to cinematic hits like Poltergeist and The Changeling. What’s the best description? All and none of them.

Review: Midas by Tyler Jones

Cemetery Dance OnlineSeptember 11, 2023September 10, 2023ReviewsDave Simms, Earthling Halloween Series, Midas, Reviews, Tyler JonesLeave a comment

cover of Midas by Tyler Jones Midas by Tyler Jones
Earthling Publications (October 2023)
$60 hardcover
Reviewed by Dave Simms

It’s about that time of year again for the Earthling Halloween book series to wow horror readers. This year’s offering from Earthling Publications and Paul Miller keeps the streak alive with the eighteenth straight winner, this time from Tyler Jones, author of Burn the Plans, another fine read. This entry scrapes the bottom of the human soul and how far one is willing to go for the ones they love, even if it means losing the riches that build the foundation of who that individual is and how deep their conviction runs. Some might find a comparison to Pet Sematery or “The Monkey’s Paw” — yet this cautionary tale breaks off from the comparisons due to Tyler’s strong talent and grasp of natural storytelling.Continue Reading

Review: Marla by Jonathan Janz

Cemetery Dance OnlineJanuary 18, 2023January 12, 2023ReviewsDave Simms, Earthling Halloween Series, Earthling Publications, Halloween, Jonathan Janz, Marla, Reviews1 Comment

cover of Marla by Jonathan Janz Marla by Jonathan Janz
Earthling Publications (October 2022)
SOLD OUT Limited Edition; $TBD Lettered Edition
Reviewed by Dave Simms

Another year, another home run for Earthling, this time thanks to the magic of Jonathan Janz. This offering is no different than any of the other great stories Paul Miller has unleashed unto the world of horror.

MARLA is a fascinating read that can be devoured quickly, but shouldn’t, especially if intriguing writing and deep characterization is your thing. In a year full of quality horror, it takes a massive work of art to stand out from the crowd.

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