Horror & Ghost Stories Books

Book SynopsisWelcome to Borley Rectory, the most haunted house in England . . . The year is 1926 and Sarah Grey has landed herself an unlikely new job: personal assistant to Harry Price, London's most infamous ghost hunter. Equal parts brilliant and neurotic, Harry has devoted his life to exposing the truth behind England's many 'false hauntings', and never has he left a case unsolved. So when Harry and Sarah are invited to Borley, they're sure this case will be just like any other. But when night falls and still no artifice can be found, the ghost hunters are forced to confront an uncomfortable possibility: the ghost of Borley Rectory may be real . . .'Deliciously creepy' Herald'Another brilliant, all-absorbing tale from Neil Spring' 5* reader review'Prepare to be pleasantly scared' Metro'Chilling and tense' 5* reader reviewNOW A MAJOR ITV DRAMA STARRING RAFE SPALLTrade ReviewA deft, spooky psychological drama based on a true story * Daily Mail *Surprising, serpentine and clever * Sunday Times *A gloriously spooky tale, perfect for dark Autumn nights * Netmums *Prepare to be pleasantly scared * Metro *Genuinely spine chilling . . . an excellent blending of fact and fiction * Light Magazine *I was gripped by the supernatural menace and the gradual revelation of mysteries and secrets * Fortean Times *'Surprising, serpentine and clever' Sunday Times. * Sunday Times *Close the curtains, pull up a chair, open a book - and prepare to be pleasantly scared * Metro *A deft, spooky psychological drama based on a true story * Daily Mail *I was gripped by the supernatural menace and the gradual revelation of mysteries and secrets * Fortean Times *Genuinely spine chilling . . . an excellent blending of fact and fiction * Light Magazine *A gloriously spooky tale, perfect for dark Autumn nights * Netmums.com *

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Book SynopsisIn these tense, macabre stories, bodies fall from the sky, perfect nails conceal grisly secrets and violence pulses behind gleaming façades. From hellish visions to obsessive relationships, acclaimed author Agustina Bazterrica takes us to the dark heart of human desires and fears. Shocking, brutal, yet glinting with sharp humour, Nineteen Claws and a Black Bird is a breathtaking dive into human monstrousness from a master of contemporary horror.

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Book SynopsisEnter the haunted world of Ancient Japan in this spine-tingling collection of ghostly tales told and retold across the centuries. From Goblin infested caves and haunted Tombs, to vengeful spirits and strange, sinister happenings, Ancient Japan was a country and culture that lived with between realms: the world of everyday and the world of supernatural.It was a time and place where men could be brought down by karmic forces or lured into deadly danger by ghostly apparitions, and where the land held sorrowful secrets or stories that long-awaited an opportunity to reveal them and seek reparation.The Snow Ghost and Other Tales brings together some of the best and scariest tales that endured across centuries of folk lore in one new beautiful hardback collection. Finally commited to writing during the turn of the twenieth cenutry by a unique set of folklorists, the ghost stories presented in this new anthology will transport readers to a time of magic and mystery, and let them relish in the spine-tingling traditions of Japanese culture largely lost now to modernity.For readers of Haruki Murakami, David Mitchell and Shirley Jackson

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Book SynopsisA chilling Gothic mystery from the bestselling author of Richard & Judy Book Club hit The Cold Season, perfect for fans of Susan Hill, The Coffin Path and The Silent Companions - where superstition and myth bleed into real life with tragic consequences. Pretty Lizzie Higgs is gone, burned to death on her own hearth - but was she really a changeling, as her husband insists?Albie Mirralls met his cousin only once, in 1851, within the grand glass arches of the Crystal Palace, but unable to countenance the rumours that surround her murder, he leaves his young wife in London and travels to Halfoak, a village steeped in superstition.Albie begins to look into Lizzie's death, but in this place where the old tales hold sway and the 'Hidden People' supposedly roam, answers are slippery and further tragedy is just a step away . . .'This is an intriguing and unsettling scenario. Littlewood's descriptions are picturesque and her prose convincingly dated and beautifully lyrical' - Sunday ExpressTrade ReviewLittlewood does a great job writing in a quasi-Victorian manner throughout and the twist is brilliant * Daily Mail *There's an amazing sense of place and time in this novel, as Littlewood perfectly captures the literary style, attitudes, and class consciousness of Victorian England * Publishers Weekly *Suitably strange with a twist * Kirkus Reviews *This is an intriguing and unsettling scenario. Littlewood's descriptions are picturesque and her prose convincingly dated and beautifully lyrical * Sunday Express *Hypnotic and intelligent with buckets of atmosphere . . . Littlewood expertly weaves themes of misogyny and mythology into a psychological page-turner that feels both familiar and fresh * SFX *One of those books that you will probably read over the course of a single night and wonder in the morning where the time has gone . . . The Hidden People is an intriguing piece of work that takes its cue from complex mythology and superstition to weave a timeless story that equally delights and disturbs. * Upcoming4.me *This magical murder-mystery blends the supernatural with the psychological ... surprising, moving and rewarding * Daily Express *A skilful blend of the supernatural and the psychological . . . If you enjoyed Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke and the Woman in Black by Susan Hill, this is one for you * Mature Times *A sense of tension makes The Hidden People deeply uneasy reading, and it's to Littlewood's credit that she sustains this uncertainty so cleverly, without landing on one explanation or the other till the whole of her tremendous tale is told . . . As mesmerising as it is magical, and as quickening as it is at times sickening, The Hidden People is, at the last, an excellent successor to Littlewood's darkly-sparkling debut * Tor.com *The novel has a strange and dreamlike quality to it, almost as if a fog is hanging over the town, and when combined with the bizarre townsfolk and the disturbing mystery at its center, it makes for a book that disturbs the reader as new dimensions unfold piece by piece * Barnes and Noble *Littlewood weaves a plot that's as complex as any contemporary thriller, made more labyrinthine by the supernatural elements; a tense atmosphere permeates the novel, growing in strength to become more disturbing with each passing chapter . . . Anyone expecting a gore-fest or a fairy apocalypse will be disappointed, but for those wanting to observe how subtle psychological horror can be, how the deepest fears can be contained in the smallest of actions, and that the gothic novel is still incredibly powerful even in these modern times, this is the book for them. * Starburst Magazine *A dark Victorian gothic murder-mystery novel with a chillingly authentic feel * Choice Magazine *Definitely ticks all the boxes . . . a brilliant story full of mystery, murder and intrigue * Garbage-file *The Hidden People deftly drops readers into a bygone world where wise women dabble in foretelling the future and sharing herbal concoctions; hobgoblins, changelings and fairies are evident, if you know how to look; and folktales and fantasies can pervade the mind, bringing on delusions and misconceptions that threaten to overwhelm even the most logically minded soul * Shelf Awareness *An enjoyable, dark tale. It is an intriguing Victorian murder mystery filled with interesting themes surrounding folklore and superstition in the 19th century, along with some unforgettable characters * Owl on the Bookshelf *Perfect . . . a story that's exquisitely unsettling * Blue Book Balloon *Alison Littlewood is one of the brightest stars in the horror genre at the moment . . . The Hidden People is impeccably written, quiet, evocative horror. It's yet another must buy from Littlewood. * This is Horror *The atmosphere Alison Littlewood conjures up in The Hidden People is absorbing and there's a real sense of foreboding, you feel the fairies might show themselves at any moment. * Irish News *A brilliant novel * Tim Lebbon *The time and place are evoked with exquisite minute detail that I was swept up in it all - never has the phrase ' away with the fairies" seemed more apt * The Book Trail *The time stops completely, as a reader you're forced to take in all the sounds and sights...You'll constantly question who's bonkers and whether you'll actually meet a real fairy in the story . . . If it wasn't published in October 2016 but rather in early 1900s, it would easily be one of the classics now. * Cover to Cover *[Littlewood] writes the books I love - fairy tales, folklore and mystery all seamlessly woven together * The Bookish Outsider *The story is utterly atmospheric, full of the kind of beautiful, exquisite detail that slowly creeps up on you. Littlewood also writes wonderfully and has a flair for bringing a historical setting to life * Bibliosanctum *Beautifully atmospheric. It's not so much shock-and-awe jump-scare horror as a slow, creeping buildup of wrongness that she creates by subtly weaving together details. She paints a vivid picture of Halfoak, and then starts to tear it apart, bit by bit. * SF Revu *A meticulously imagined novel of a bourgeois London gentleman investigating a northern cousin's immolation under similar circumstances. In Yorkshire, Albert Mirrals gradually finds that the rational explanations he once entertained for what he believes was his cousin's murder - domestic violence, jealousies - become entwined with the lyrical madness of possession. Quotations from Yeats and other poets magnify the effects of Littlewood's carefully period prose * Seattle Review of Books *Littlewood weaves a great story here, with plenty of questions and atmosphere to keep readers turning the pages.The story was compelling, the characters interesting and complex, and it was an evocative novel that's going to have a solid place of my bookshelves from now on. Definitely recommended for those who are looking for something beyond typical urban fantasy fare, for those who enjoy historical fiction, and also, for those like me who have a soft spot for genre-breaking fiction that leaves you hungry for more * Bibliotropic *The characters and story itself were absolutely fantastic! An amazing mystery that messes with your mind and keeps you wondering what is happening from start to end . . . incredibly well thought out and put together * Roadside Reader *Littlewood has a real talent. The Hidden People is one of the most well written books I have read this year * The Quillery *This is a super creepy read whether you want to believe or not * Den of Geek *The perfect October read * Books, Bones & Buffy *Littlewood's best novel yet . . . a sustained and convincing work of traditional gothic horror -- Stephen Teaker * Black Static *The ominous pacing and twisting plot build suspense, as the tale grows more unsettling with every page * Barnes and Noble *

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Book SynopsisTapping into the resurgence of interest in mythology and illustrated with 75 linocut-style artworks, this contemporary, cool and highly desirable collection of North American folktales has standout visual appeal.

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Book Synopsis'This is one terrific horror/suspense/disaster novel. Characters you root for and a story that grips from the first page' STEPHEN KING 'The Chill is an eerie dive into the murky depths of the supernatural. A story that has you looking back over your shoulder on every page' MICHAEL CONNELLY In this terrifying thriller, a supernatural force set in motion a century ago threatens to devastate New York City. In upstate New York a drowned village lies beneath the dark, still waters of the Chilewaukee reservoir. Sacrificed a century ago to bring water to the millions living downstate, the town's destruction was for the greater good . . . at least that's what the politicians said. Years later an inspector overseeing the dangerously neglected dam witnesses something inexplicable. It seems more than the village was left behind in the waters of the Chill; some never left at all. Now a dark prophecy comes to fruition. Those who remember must ask themselves: who will be next? For sacrifices must be made. As the dark water begins inexorably to rise, the demand for a fresh sacrifice emerges from the deep . . . Trade Review'Wow! This is one terrific horror/suspense/disaster novel. Characters you root for and a story that grips from the first page' -- Stephen King, number one bestselling author of The Institute. 'Horror has a new name and it's Scott Carson. The Chill is an eerie dive into the murky depths of the supernatural. A story that has you looking back over your shoulder on every page' -- Michael Connelly, number one bestselling author of The Night Fire. 'The Chill features a clever and chilling premise, and Scott Carson delivers on the promise of it with swift clear prose, well-defined characters, and terrific suspense. This is a must read for fans of eerie, gripping storytelling' -- Dean Koontz, number one bestselling author of The Night Window. 'The year's best spine-tingler is already here. The Chill is a good old-fashioned ghost story, meticulously researched and brilliantly executed. If you've ever wished for a cross between Chinatown and The Fog, Scott Carson has answered your dark prayers' -- John Connolly, internationally bestselling author of The Book of Bones.

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Book Synopsis'Alison Littlewood has a real talent for building atmosphere, loaded with the promise of things to come -hints of dread with the possibility of hope' GuardianLeah thought Maitland Farm could give her a new life - but now old ghosts are dragging her into the past.Following the tragic deaths of her husband and son, Leah is looking for a new life. Determined to bury her grief in hard work and desperate to escape Christmas and the reminders of what she has lost, she rushes through the purchase of a run-down Yorkshire farmhouse, arriving just as the snow shrouds her new home.It might look like the loveliest Christmas card, but it's soon clear it's not just the house that needs renovation: the land is in bad heart, too. As Leah sets to work, she begins to see visions of the farm's former occupants - and of the dark secrets that lie at the heart of Maitland Farm.If Leah is to have a future, she must find a way to lay both her own past and theirs to rest - but the visions are becoming disturbingly real . . .'Alison Littlewood is one of the brightest stars in the horror genre' This is HorrorTrade ReviewThis chilling slice of ghostly Gothic fiction is the perfect read for the upcoming frosty nights * Heat *Her best yet . . . a creepy, page-turning triumph enlivened with excellent folkloric details, beautiful descriptions of winter landscapes and sensitive characterisation * Guardian *[A] super spooky blend of murder mystery and old fashioned wintry ghost story * Sunday People *A beautifully told winter ghost story . . . Mistletoe is a perfect modern Christmas ghost story that never loses sight of the traditions of the season * Blue Velvet Books *A perfect spooky book to snuggle up with on a frosty night * Book Riot *Well written and absolutely brilliant * Stressed Rach *A classic ghostly tale, perfect for a winter's night read * The Rock'N'Roll Oatcake *Its delightful brand of spookiness ensures that, like Dickens' seasonal novels, it can be enjoyed all the year round * To the End of the Word *A wonderful tale of loss, grief, selfishness and life and I would definitely recommend adding this to your winter TBR pile! * KBook Reviews *A 19th century Christmas nightmare in this time-slippy tale of loss, lust, grief . . . * Daily Mail *A terrific ghost story and one that would make for ideal reading on those cold, dark and lonesome winter nights * The Tattooed Book Geek *A beautifully told winter ghost story * Blue Velvet Books *A spooky read and I was hooked, I honestly couldn't put it down it was so captivating * Stress Rach *A bewitching book . . . It's a beautifully written, tender and deeply atmospheric and chilly ghost story and timeslip novel. Mysterious and sad, disturbing and enchanting - it's the perfect read for these longer nights * For Winter Nights *Mistletoe is an excellent continuation of the Christmas ghost story tradition upheld by the likes of Dickens and M.R. James, with some genuinely unnerving moments . . . Mistletoe is horror as it should be, a classic ghost story for our modern times * Starburst *You'll be feeling pretty darn cold in every sense at the end of this creepy number * Sunday Sport *The snowy landscape of contemporary Yorkshire adds an extra chill to Alison Littlewood's spooky ghost story * Sunday Express S magazine *Super spooky blend of murder mystery and old-fashioned wintry ghost story * Mirror and The People ***** * Sunday Sport *A haunting tale of love, loss and betrayal. Highly recommended. 9/10 * Sci Fi Bulletin *An excellent piece of story-telling . . . A good read * Birmingham SF Group *A most unnerving read! * Storgy *A great seasonal treat * SciFiNow on The Crow Garden *Alison Littlewood's enjoyable excursion into the genre * Sunday Times on The Crow Garden *A superior ghost story * The Crack *

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Book SynopsisA mysterious tale of crime, witchcraft and the supernatural. The House of the Seven Gables is a gloomy New England mansion, reeking of past sins and malevolent threats. The Pyncheon family that lives there has inherited the curse of centuries-old accusations of witchcraft, and is haunted by the ghosts of the sinful dead who still live within the terrifying shadows of the imposing house. A truly ingenious blend of the supernatural and the romantic, Hawthorne weaves a gothic tale that threatens to impale the family and the local townsfolk with its destructive power. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and fantasy to science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic. Each book features a brand new biography and glossary of Literary, Gothic and Victorian terms.

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Book Synopsis"One of the best writers in modern horror to come along in the last decade. Janz is one of my new favorites." - Brian KeeneThe old house waited. For years there had been rumors that the owner, Lilith Martin, had been part of an unholy cult. People spoke of blasphemous rituals, black rites filled with blood, sex…and sacrifices. Then Lilith died and the house sat empty. Until now. Lilith’s nephew, Chris, and his wife, Ellie, are moving in. Ellie isn’t happy about living in such a dark, foreboding place, but she wants to get pregnant and this house has a lot more room to raise a baby than their apartment. Unfortunately, she and Chris will soon learn that Lilith has other plans.FLAME TREE PRESS is the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing. Launched in 2018 the list brings together brilliant new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices.Trade Review"One of the best writers in modern horror to come along in the last decade. Janz is one of my new favorites." -- Brian Keene

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Book Synopsis"A dark, disturbing thrill ride." - Publisher's Weekly Eligos is waiting…fulfil your destiny 1941. In the dark days of war-torn London, Violet works in Churchill's subterranean top secret Cabinet War Rooms, where key decisions that will dictate Britain’s conduct of the war are made. Above, the people of London go about their daily business as best they can, unaware of the life that teems beneath their feet. Night after night the bombs rain down, yet Violet has far more to fear than air raids. A mysterious man, a room only she can see, memories she can no longer trust, and a best friend who denies their shared past... Something or someone - is targeting her. FLAME TREE PRESS is the imprint of long-standing Independent Flame Tree Publishing, dedicated to full-length original fiction in the horror and suspense, science fiction & fantasy, and crime / mystery / thriller categories. The list brings together fantastic new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices. Learn more about Flame Tree Press at www.flametreepress.com and connect on social media @FlameTreePress.Trade Review"A dark, disturbing thrill ride." -- Publishers Weekly“[...]if there is a crown of queen of gothic horror, [Catherine Cavendish] should be wearing it." -- Modern Horrors"Cavendish showcases her expertise at creating a creepy atmosphere and facilitating suspension of disbelief." -- Publisher's Weekly"Established horror author Cavendish weaves an engaging, multigenerational tale of dark magic and occult dealings in London, both in modern day and during the height of the World War II bombing blitz [...] Dark Observation reads as part occult tale, akin to Rosemary’s Baby, and part feminist World War II novel, like Elizabeth Wein’s Code Name Verity (2012). Readers will enjoy the inventive uses of historical and horror-fantasy plot elements and the great many twists." -- Booklist“Dark Observation overlays the tight pacing and intrigue of the spy thriller with a genuinely creepy atmosphere, and the historical details ring true without feeling intrusive." -- Toronto Star

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Book SynopsisDarkness Beckons is the fourth volume in the non-themed horror series of entirely original stories, showcasing the very best short fiction that the genre has to offer, and edited by Mark Morris. This new anthology contains 20 original horror stories, 16 of which have been commissioned from some of the top names in the genre, and 4 of which have been selected from the 100s of stories sent to Flame Tree during a 2-week open submissions window. A terrifying cocktail of the familiar and the new, the established and the emerging. Previous titles in the series, all still in print are After Sundown, Beyond the Veil and Close to Midnight. Contents List: SAINT BARBARA by Nina Allan HARE MOON by H.V. Patterson UNDER COVER OF DARKNESS by Stephen Volk DUSK by Angela Slatter A FACE LEAVING NO TRACES by Brian Evenson GOOD BONES by Sarah Read FACTS CONCERNING THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE ORLOFF SIX by Alyssa C. Greene HE WASN’T THERE AGAIN TODAY by Peter Atkins DODGER by Carly Holmes FROM THE MAN-SEAT by Reggie Oliver THE SERVICE by Ally Wilkes THE LATE MRS. APPLEGARTH by Mark Gatiss THE FIG TREE by Lucie McKnight Hardy IF YOUR SOUL WERE A PITCHFORK I’D DESPISE YOU by Eric LaRocca HEEBIE JEEBIES by Amanda Cecelia Lang KILLING BONES by Simon Clark IL CREPUSCOLO by Helen Marshall REMEMBER ME by Ronald Malfi WITCH’S CLUTCH by Simon Strantzas CAMP NEVER by J.S. Breukelaar FLAME TREE PRESS is the imprint of long-standing Independent Flame Tree Publishing, dedicated to full-length original fiction in the horror and suspense, science fiction & fantasy, and crime / mystery / thriller categories. The list brings together fantastic new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices. Learn more about Flame Tree Press at www.flametreepress.com and connect on social media @FlameTreePress.Trade ReviewPraise for the first three books in the series: “Beautifully written pieces that lean into the intuitive and fantastic.” — Publishers Weekly "This rich and masterful collection of horror highlights both up-and-coming and established authors in an interesting twist on the standard anthology [...] Highly recommended for longstanding horror fans and those readers who may not think horror is for them. There is something for everyone in this one." — Booklist "There is no end to the talent Mark Morris has brought together here. Fans of the genre will be pleased to see new work from such favorites as Nathan Ballingrud and Gemma Files, among others. So if you’re ready for a long fall night, pick up a copy of this massive anthology and fall into the mysterious worlds Beyond the Veil." — Phantastiqa "This is a short story collection that does exactly what it sets out to, delight and scare. With stories from well-known authors in the genre as well as a few from emerging voices, After Sundown has something for everyone. Highly recommended." — The British Fantasy Society "An entertaining, slickly written, mainstream, fun, something-for-every-horror-fan anthology.” — HorrorTree “There’s a refreshing lack of pretentiousness about these stories. The authors span several continents so there’s a decent array of themes and styles. Each tale had a very distinct voice, with a superb variety that perfectly illustrates what a broad church the genre covers. I had a blast reading this book. It really has reinvigorated my interest in the horror genre.” — Stephen Bacon, author & critic “I'm impressed with the imagination and variety coming from the writers. Beyond the Veil, from Flame Tree Press, is another happy clump of ickiness...and I mean that in a good way.” — The Happy Horror Writer

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Book SynopsisWas that an indrawn breath, or a hiss of static? She heard someone dialling on another line..."Barbara Waugh's daughter Angela was kidnapped aged four, and when a disfigured body turns up that appears to be the end of the matter. Dealing with grief, Barbara establishes herself as a literary agent. Years after the disappearance she receives a phone call from Angela.Convinced her daughter is alive, Barbara's investigations take her deep into London, New York, and Scotland. Was a brainwashing cult responsible for Angela's abduction? The more Barbara learns, the less she can trust, including those closest to her. Will she succumb to an evil so murderous it might not be of human origin?FLAME TREE PRESS is the imprint of long-standing Independent Flame Tree Publishing, dedicated to full-length original fiction in the horror and suspense, science fiction and fantasy. The list brings together fantastic new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices. Learn more about Flame Tree Press at www.flametreepress.com and connect on social media @FlameTreePress.

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Book SynopsisLucy, the Devil, wants to retire. Brian, the Business Advisor, hates his job. When Brian’s jealous co-workers put him in Lucy’s crosshairs, she makes him an offer he can’t refuse: work for her and increase the productivity in Hell by 50% or suffer the cruel fate planned by his peers. To sweeten the deal, Lucy offers Brian the chance to be her successor if he pulls it off. Brian reluctantly agrees and dives in with both feet to the bureaucratic nightmare of Hell. To make it out alive, Brian faces Death, God, and Lucy’s own twin children.Trade Review“Positively corrupt and justifiably sinful, Brad’s story is entertaining and inventive. Challenging our indoctrinated understandings of good vs evil, it will have you rooting for the “bad guy” whilst all the while promoting that holiest of ideals, that merit over birthright is the true road to success.” -- Alan Burgon, actor

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Book SynopsisThe manga adaptation of the hit GONZO anime continues! Saiga and Kagura might have escaped from the Roppongi Club, but its twisted overlords aren't done with them yet. Perfect for fans of urban fantasy and shonen manga!

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Book SynopsisThe greatest hero in sword-and-sorcery history. This is the legend of Conan!

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Book SynopsisIn this atmospheric, terrifying novel that draws strongly from "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," the author of Alice and Lost Boy works her trademark magic, spinning an engaging and frightening new story from a classic tale. Everyone in Sleepy Hollow knows about the Horseman, but no one really believes in him. Not even Ben Van Brunt's grandfather, Brom Bones, who was there when it was said the Horseman chased the upstart Crane out of town. Brom says that's just legend, the village gossips talking. More than thirty years after those storied events, the village is a quiet place. Fourteen-year-old Ben loves to play "Sleepy Hollow boys," reenacting the events Brom once lived through. But then Ben and a friend stumble across the headless body of a child in the woods near the village, and the discovery makes Ben question everything the adults in Sleepy Hollow have ever said. Could the Horseman be real after all? Or does something even more sinister stalk the woods?

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Book SynopsisEver since her father was killed when she was just a child, Miranda Crabtree has kept her head down and her eyes up, ferrying contraband for a mad preacher and his declining band of followers to make ends meet and to protect an old witch and a secret child from harm. But dark forces are at work in the bayou, both human and supernatural, conspiring to disrupt the rhythms of Miranda's peculiar and precarious life. And when the preacher makes an unthinkable demand, it sets Miranda on a desperate, dangerous path, forcing her to consider what she is willing to sacrifice to keep her loved ones safe. With the heady mythmaking of Neil Gaiman and the heartrending pacing of Joe Hill, Andy Davidson spins a thrilling tale of love and duty, of loss and discovery. The Boatman's Daughter is a gorgeous, horrifying novel, a journey into the dark corners of human nature, drawing our worst fears and temptations out into the light.

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Book SynopsisA vivid ghost story exploring identity, gender and selfhood, set against the backdrop of the golden age of polar exploration. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman's Northern Lights and Michelle Paver's Thin Air. In the wake of the First World War, Jonathan Morgan stows away on an Antarctic expedition, determined to find his rightful place in the world of men. Aboard the expeditionary ship of his hero, the world-famous explorer James "Australis" Randall, Jonathan may live as his true self-and true gender-and have the adventures he has always been denied. But not all is smooth sailing: the war casts its long shadow over them all, and grief, guilt, and mistrust skulk among the explorers. When disaster strikes in Antarctica's frozen Weddell Sea, the men must take to the land and overwinter somewhere which immediately seems both eerie and wrong; a place not marked on any of their part-drawn maps of the vast white continent. Now completely isolated, Randall's expedition has no ability to contact the outside world. And no one is coming to rescue them. In the freezing darkness of the Polar night, where the aurora creeps across the sky, something terrible has been waiting to lure them out into its deadly landscape... As the harsh Antarctic winter descends, this supernatural force will prey on their deepest desires and deepest fears to pick them off one by one. It is up to Jonathan to overcome his own ghosts before he and the expedition are utterly destroyed.

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Book SynopsisA suspenseful small-town horror novel of oppression, heartbreak and buried anguish - Shirley Jackson meets Never Let Me Go with the wild west setting of Westworld. When Lady Mae turns 18, she'll inherit her mother's job as the Butcher: dismembering Settlement Five's guilty residents as payment for their petty crimes. An index finger taken for spreading salacious gossip, a foot for blasphemy, no one is exempt from punishment. But one day Winona refuses to butcher a six-year-old boy. So their leaders, known as the Deputies, come to Lady Mae's house, and, right there in the living room, murder her mother for refusing her duties. Within twenty-four hours, now alone in the world, Lady Mae begins her new job. But a chance meeting years later puts her face to face with the Deputy that murdered her mother. Now Lady Mae must choose: will she flee, and start another life in the desolate mountains, forever running? Or will she seek vengeance for her mother's death even if it kills her?A devastating, alarming page-turner infused with melancholy, humanity - and society's maddening acceptance in the face of horror.Trade Review"Young crafts a mean little world of stark landscapes and sharp edges, and beneath each turn lies a wound. Psychologically claustrophobic, and a harrowing debut."Hailey Piper, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Queen of Teeth"Readers will be swept away by the fresh take on dystopia found in this intelligent, immersive horror novel drawing on both The Lottery and The Hunger Games. In a poverty-ridden mountain town ruled by unfeeling overlords and their monstrous code of punishment and retribution, Lady Mae will – one day – take on her mother’s role as the Butcher, delivering bloody eye-for-an-eye ‘justice’ to a resentful population. Her coming-of-age is brutal, and Laura Kat Young is unafraid to ask tough and necessary questions about corporal punishment, shared guilt, mob mentality, and who is served when the disadvantaged are pitted against each other."Ally Wilkes, author of All the White Spaces"Immersive, original, and unflinching, The Butcher is a pitch-perfect dystopian Western. A satisfying, blood-spattered exploration of justice and vengeance."Rachel Harrison, author of Cackle and The Return“Savage beauty, unrelenting violence, and unbreakable love crash together in this powerful and hypnotic novel of a dystopian West and the young woman who wields an intellect and sense of justice and revenge sharper and more deadly than her butcher’s knives. A bleak, brutal, and thoroughly original meditation on the horrors and triumphs of life.” Livia Llewellyn, author of Engines of Desire and Furnace"The Butcher is being described as Shirley Jackson meets Never Let Me Go meets West World. Pretty wild combination, but it works!" - Book Riot"A brutal coming-of-age story that’s true horror lies not in monsters or supernatural threats but in the depravity of humanity itself and what happens when a society gleefully pits the least among us against one another to survive."Paste Magazine"This is possibly the best prose, the most readable book, that I have encountered this year; also the most powerful setting and the most troubled, perhaps damaged characters that I have read recently."British Fantasy Society Review

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Book SynopsisEdgar Allan Poe, the original master of the macabre and dark Romantic writer of Gothic novels, detective stories, poetry, short stories and satires is synonymous with themes of premature burial, death, madness and mysticism. His life was intriguing and his early death at 40 was appropriately mysterious – dying in delirium (possibly opium, alcohol, rabies or syphilis induced) in someone else's clothes on the streets of Baltimore.One of the most recognizable and widely referenced literary figures, outside of the enormous popularity of his literature, Poe also became a compelling popular culture figure, especially for literary, horror and sci-fi fans. The Little Book of Edgar Allan Poe is made up of fascinating, poignant, witty and occasionally disturbing quotes from across the breadth of Poe's work, as well as comments from his contemporaries, extracts from letters and interesting facts about the man's life and works. It adds up to a fascinating overview of this unique literary character and the incredible fiction he produced.SAMPLE QUOTE: 'Tis the wind and nothing more! Open here I flung the shutter, when, with many a flirt and flutter, In there stepped a stately raven of the saintly days of yore' - The Raven, 1845.SAMPLE FACT: American football team the Baltimore Ravens are name after Poe's classic poem, The Raven.Table of ContentsGaffy: The Early Years - Letters, writings, and quotations from Poe's formative years. Tomahawk Man: Criticism and Comment - Edgar Allan Poe started writing literary criticism and theory, the former earning him the “Tomahawk” nickname. E. A. Poe: Master of the Macabre - Quotes from Poe's most famous works, in short story and longer form, as well as critiques about him by contemporaries and modern commentators. Eddy: The Man behind the Myth - Poe wrote many letters to friends, lovers and family. Many excerpts are featured, as well as replies and other comments. Quarles: Poetry - Famous for his long-form poetry, Poe was a master of that art as well as prose. Wisdom and Wit - An absolute master of words, meaning, inference and wit, this section features cutting quotes from Poe's pen.

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Book SynopsisA chilling medieval ghost story, retold by bestselling historian Dan Jones. Published in a beautiful small-format hardback, perfect as a Halloween read or a Christmas gift. One winter, in the dark days of King Richard II, a tailor was riding home on the road from Gilling to Ampleforth. It was dank, wet and gloomy; he couldn't wait to get home and sit in front of a blazing fire. Then, out of nowhere, the tailor is knocked off his horse by a raven, who then transforms into a hideous dog, his mouth writhing with its own innards. The dog issues the tailor with a warning: he must go to a priest and ask for absolution and return to the road, or else there will be consequences... First recorded in the early fifteenth century by an unknown monk, The Tale of the Tailor and the Three Dead Kings was transcribed from the Latin by the great medievalist M.R. James in 1922. Building on that tradition, now bestselling historian Dan Jones retells this medieval ghost story in crisp and creepy prose.Trade ReviewDan Jones is best known for his epic histories, which makes his first foray into fiction a surprising but effective change of direction. He has adapted a medieval tale of the supernatural (which was transcribed from the Latin by MR James in 1922); his tight, chilling account of an unsuspecting tailor and the terrifying shenanigans in which he is embroiled compares favourably with James's own ghost stories, the author's grasp of historical detail giving it welcome verisimilitude * Observer *An interesting glimpse into a world that almost reads as Fantasy today. I found that the origins and background to the story were as intriguing as the story itself, which creates a nice little shiver and then allows the reader to move on. One for readers looking for a brief, classic read at Halloween * SFF World *Atmospheric chamber piece * BBC History Magazine *Put another log on the hearth (or its nearest 21st-century equivalent) and settle in for Dan Jones's eerie, evocative retelling of a medieval ghost story * History Revealed *A chilling yarn * The Tablet *This is a great story and has grown in the telling * The Ampleforth Journal *

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Book SynopsisHow can you stop a serial killer who has been dead for a hundred years? FBI Special Agent A. X. L. Pendergast always wants to protect his protegee Constance Greene from harm. But, against all odds, Constance has found a way to travel back in time. Heading to New York City in the late 1800s, Constance returns to the century of her birth to embark on a dangerous quest: stopping the era's most infamous serial killer, Dr. Enoch Leng, from bringing his nefarious plans to fruition. If Constance can stop Dr. Leng, she can finally prevent the events that led to the shocking deaths of her sister and brother... but can she survive herself, when up against one of the cleverest and most evil men of his age? 'Simply brilliant!' Lisa Gardner on Preston & Child The nail-biting new thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling Agent Pendergast series, perfect for fans of Clive Cussler and James Rollins.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR PRESTON & CHILD: 'Once you read Relic, you'll want to read the other seventeen books in the series' Whoopi Goldberg, Favourite Summer Reads 2018. 'Sit back, crack open the book and get ready for the ride of your life' David Baldacci. 'One of thrillerdom's most exciting and intriguing series leads, and the series remains among the most reliable in the genre' Booklist. 'White-hot bestselling suspense. Simply brilliant!' -- Lisa Gardner

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Book SynopsisIt has been just a year since the tragic death of eleven people, nine of whom were innocent of any wrong doing. Despite six bodies having never been found, life in the village of Lingtree had gradually begun returning to normal. But then Detective Chief Inspector Eversden is called in to investigate the suspicious death of a pipeline contractor called Harris. Unfortunately for the detective, he was unaware that prior to his death, Harris had handled a number of skulls exposed in the pipe trench. He dismissed these as just skeletal remains of prisoners brutally executed for breaking centuries’ past Stannary Laws, the laws relating to tin mining. As his investigations proceed, events begin to challenge even the vast experience and abilities of Eversden and his colleague, Sergeant Jones. However, unbeknown to him, even the best detective in the force would face the gravest difficulty in dealing with future incidents which have their roots in the past. Two years later, the village has undergone a major change, a change which no one relays to two visiting students, Sally & Helen. Ignoring the weather forecast and a warning from their guesthouse landlady, they set off to explore ‘The Path of the Dead’, the route taken by coffin bearers in the 13th Century, to meet their obligation to bury their dead in the graveyard of Lingtree church. What follows, is a tale of horror beyond anything ever told by even the hardiest and bravest of traveller.

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Book SynopsisChilling supernatural horror combining Japanese folklore with WW2 historical fiction from a multiple award-winning author. As World War II rages on, the threat has come to the home front. In a remote corner of Idaho, Meiko Briggs and her daughter, Aiko, are desperate to return home. Following Meiko's husband's enlistment as an air force pilot in the Pacific months prior, Meiko and Aiko were taken from their home in Seattle and sent to one of the internment camps in the Midwest. It didn't matter that Aiko was American-born: They were Japanese, and therefore considered a threat by the American government. Mother and daughter attempt to hold on to elements of their old life in the camp when a mysterious disease begins to spread among those interned. What starts as a minor cold quickly becomes spontaneous fits of violence and aggression, even death. And when a disconcerting team of doctors arrive, nearly more threatening than the illness itself, Meiko and her daughter team up with a newspaper reporter and widowed missionary to investigate, and it becomes clear to them that something more sinister is afoot: a demon from the stories of Meiko's childhood, hell-bent on infiltrating their already strange world. Inspired by the Japanese yokai and the jorogumo spider demon, THE FERVOR explores a supernatural threat beyond what anyone saw coming: the danger of demonization, a mysterious contagion, and the search to stop its spread before it's too late.

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Book SynopsisHugo Award winning editor, and horror legend, Ellen Datlow presents this chilling horror anthology of original short stories exploring the endless terrors of winter solstice traditions across the globe, featuring chillers by Tananarive Due, Stephen Graham Jones, Alma Katsu and many more. The winter solstice is celebrated as a time of joy around the world—yet the long nights also conjure a darker tradition of ghouls, hauntings, and visitations. This anthology of all-new stories invites you to huddle around the fire and revel in the unholy, the dangerous, the horrific aspects of a time when families and friends come together—for better and for worse. From the eerie Austrian Schnabelperchten to the skeletal Welsh Mari Lwyd, by way of ravenous golems, uncanny neighbors, and unwelcome visitors, Christmas and Other Horrors captures the heart and horror of the festive season. Because the weather outside is frightful, but the fire inside is hungry... Featuring stories from: Nadia Bulkin Terry Dowling Tananarive Due Jeffrey Ford Christopher Golden Stephen Graham Jones Glen Hirshberg Richard Kadrey Alma Katsu Cassandra Khaw JohnLangan Josh Malerman Nick Mamatas Garth Nix Benjamin Percy M. Rickert Kaaron WarrenTrade ReviewPraise for When Things Get Dark "This compilation of stories that make the mundane seem terrifying is chilling and uncanny, offering tropes that will be familiar to readers of Jackson's work (witchy women, eerie suburbia) but with unique touches that could come only from these individuals authors." - New York Public Library Best Books Other stories are equally memorable, but for me, the outstanding one is Skinder's Veil, a breathtaking blend of fairytale, dream and reality by the incomparable Kelly Link. - The Guardian A joy for Jackson fans, but no Jackson knowledge is needed to enjoy this anthology. A gem in its own right. - SFX This anthology is the perfect example of how a vision in the right hands can produce amazing results. Every story captures the essence of what it feels like to read Shirley Jackson's work. - LitReactor best of 2021 This is an absolute treat whether you're a Shirley Jackson nut or not. - Den of Geek best of 2021 Perfect to dip in and out of as the nights draw in - Culturefly 18 outstanding, atmospheric horror shorts from some of the biggest names in the genre ... Any fan of Jackson's oeuvre will delight in this anthology. - Publishers Weekly starred review In short, another great anthology assembled by Ellen Datlow. - Horror Tree No one consistently delivers like Datlow does. - Horror DNA This anthology is classic horror in its appearance, but in the inside has modern sensitivities with standout prose. Shirley Jackson would've been proud - Last Sentence Compiling a short story anthology that caters to a wide audience's taste is no small feat. Ellen Datlow has done a brilliant job ... Whether you prefer your creepiness level at one or eleven, with a good dose of blood and gore or just with a hint of psychological suspense, you will find a favourite which appeals to your taste in this collection. - Crime Fiction Lover Unsettling, disquieting, even disorienting... This collection is special. Somewhere, Shirley Jackson is peering over those glasses of hers, one eyebrow raised, a sly smile on her lips - Dave Writes and Draws Even the most voracious of readers is sure to be swept away by the sheer magnitude of talent on display in When Things Get Dark. - Phantastiqa Datlow did it again... every piece was entertaining - Happy Horror Writer If you are looking for an overview of what the current literary horror world looks like, this is a fantastic example - California Reading [A] successful endeavour that shows just how much of an influence Shirley Jackson had with her writing - Zachary Houle A thrilling encounter with the uncanny courtesy of the some of the best contemporary horror writers. - End of the Words From haunting to eerie to downright terrifying, there is something for every reader - Mandy McHugh I thoroughly enjoyed reading this anthology [..] so I have no hesitation in recommending it. - Stephen Bacon These stories really linger in the back of my mind - like they're creating a space of their own in my memory - Girl Who Reads Hands-down, my favorite anthology I've ever read. - Quaint and Curious Volumes

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Book SynopsisFord and Neuland are paranormal mercenaries-one living, one undead; one of them kills the undead, the other kills the living. When a job goes bad in New York, they head west to wait for the heat to cool down. There, a young woman named Tilda Rosenbloom hires them on behalf of wealthy landowner, Shepherd Mansfield, to track and kill a demon haunting a mansion in remote northern California. As Ford and Neuland investigate the creature they uncover a legacy of blood, sacrifice and slavery in the house. Forced to confront a powerful creature unlike anything they've faced before, they come to learn that the most frightening monster might not be the one they're hunting...Trade Review"A thrilling, inventive, pulpy, bi-coastal romp with a bloody beating heart. The roguishly principled and endearing Ford and Neuland can kill for me anytime. I have a list ready."-Paul Tremblay, author of The Cabin at the End of the World and A Head Full of Ghosts "Richard Kadrey delivers devious chills with The Pale House Devil! This is a perfect collision of haunted house terror and private-eye noir. Dead solid perfect!"-Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Cave 13 and Patient Zero "The Pale House Devil showcases Kadrey's gift for gritty characters and snappy dialogue, but also his talent for eerie settings and lean, cruel horror."-Cassandra Khaw, author of Nothing But Blackened Teeth "A snappy, delicious mix of Lovecraftian horror and pulp noir. In a world where magic reigns and the dead can be reborn, two upright guns-for-hire see that justice prevails and that evil--real evil--always get its due."-Alma Katsu, author of The Hunger and The Fervor "A perfect, meaty morsel of a story merging traditional pulp with modern mythology and murderous characters that will steal your heart. I read it in one go and am devilishly hungry for more."-Delilah S. Dawson, author of The Violence, Bloom and Star Wars: Phasma "The Pale House Devil is so much damn fun, a horror-noir filled with grotesque evil and witty, tough-guy banter. Ford and Neuland jump off the page like Hap and Leonard with demons. I can't wait to see what Kadrey does with them next!"-Christopher Golden, New York Times bestselling author of Road of Bones and All Hallows "Hardboiled hit-men and haunted house horrors-makes for a fast-read pulp treat."-Kim Newman, author of Anno Dracula and many more "A gleeful, bloody mashup of the occult, haunted houses, monsters, demons, assassins, and the undead. Only Kadrey could tie all these dark tropes together with such self-assured wizardry, carefully adding just enough gooey violence to make you squirm as you read, wondering what new insanity waits for you on the next page. A shot of horror adrenaline!"-Philip Fracassi, author of Boys in the Valley "The Pale House Devil is a fast paced riot of a horror novella with the perfect combo of creepy and comedic. I loved every page!"-V. Castro, author of Goddess of Filth, The Haunting of Alejandra and more. "The Pale House Devil is taut, entertaining, and satisfying. A top-drawer supernatural noir!" - Lucy A. Snyder, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Sister, Maiden, Monster "A gruesome, thrilling, surprisingly big-hearted page-turner. I hope Kadrey revisits this world and these characters--and soon."-Shaun Hamill, author of A Cosmology of Monsters "It's difficult to make a novella seem so effortless. Great characters, sharp dialogue, complex relationships, and a terrifying and original monster! Kadrey loads every page with dread and delight."-Tim Lebbon, author of The Silence and many more "This book is scary, jaw-dropping, often hilarious and, I hope, the start of a beautiful friendship. I loved the characters and I loved the story."-David Quantick, writer of Veep, All My Colours and more "If the supernatural odds are stacked against you, you need Ford and Neuland fighting your corner. The Pale House Devil is a bold, jaw-dropping novella that reads like it's the lovechild of Raymond Chandler and Shirley Jackson possessed by the spirit of Robert Bloch."-Johnny Mains "If Dashiell Hammett and H.P. Lovecraft had somehow spawned a love child, it might look something like this. Sinister, strange, and sassy as a sixties gumshoe, The Pale House Devil is a darkly sparkling gem."-Dan Coxon, editor of This Dreaming Isle and Isolation "Kadrey's The Pale House Devil is a delightfully monstrous romp, the perfect mix of noir, urban fantasy and horror. A darkly funny, morbid tale of murder, revenge and godfathers of the best-worst kind." -A.G. Slatter, award-winning author of The Path of Thorns Praise for Sandman Slim "The best B movie I've read in at least twenty years. An addictively satisfying, deeply amusing, dirty-ass masterpiece, Sandman Slim swerves hell-bent through our culture's impacted gridlock of genres...it's like watching Sergio Leone and Clive Barker co-direct from a script by Jim Thompson and S. Clay Wilson." -- William Gibson "A sharp-edged urban fantasy, drenched in blood and cynicism, tipping its hat to Sam Peckinpah, Raymond Chandler, and the anti-heroes of Hong Kong cinema....A bravura performance."-San Francisco Chronicle "I couldn't put it down."-Charlaine Harris "Nicotine and octane in equal parts might come close to the high-energy buzz from Richard Kadrey's Sandman Slim. Crisp world building, recognizable and fully-realized characters, and a refreshingly unique storytelling style make for an absorbing read.Sandman Slim is my kind of hero." -- Kim Harrison "The most hard-boiled piece of supernatural fiction I've ever had the pleasure of reading. ... all confident and energetic and fresh and angry. I loved this book and all its screwed-up people." -- Cory Doctorow, author of Little Brother "Paced like greased lightning (watch out for friction burns on your turning finger), blend the movie-ish delights of tough guy noir and such smart-mouthgore-fests as "Reanimator" and "Army of Darkness", seasoned by soupcons of Gaimanian romanticism and Koontzian sentiment." -- Booklist "Sarcastic, irreverent and ridiculously enjoyable riff on the Urban Fantasy genre. ... a lot like a mosh pit -- rough, exuberant, unpredictable -- and a heck of a lot of fun." -- Miami Herald "A cold iron bullet of a book. It's awesome. Ford and Neuland, read like a couple of Isaiah Coleridge/Sam Spade hybrids that I just loved. Plus Kadrey's prose is as tight and cool as it could possibly be. Every page thrums with vibrant, horrifying, riveting hard-boiled adventure. This book was an inspiration."-Sam Rebelein, author of Edenville

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Book SynopsisA haunting and horror-filled tale of loneliness, trauma and spiritual yearning from the award-winning author of Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and Other Misfortunes. An insidious darkness threatens to devastate a rural New England village when occult forces are conjured and when bigotry is left unrestrained. After a recent string of disappearances in a small Connecticut town, a grieving widower with a grim secret is drawn into a dangerous ritual of dark magic by a powerful and mysterious older gentleman named Heart Crowley. Meanwhile, a member of local law enforcement tasked with uncovering the culprit responsible for the bizarre disappearances soon begins to learn of a current of unbridled hatred simmering beneath the guise of the town's idyllic community-a hatred that will eventually burst and forever change the lives of those who once found peace in the quiet town of Henley's Edge.

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Book SynopsisA gritty, explosive and bloody cosmic horror, Buffy meets American Psycho, about a roguish magical fixer, who is the only thing stopping the finance industry from summoning the eldritch beings they worship and serve. Julie Crews is a coked-up, burnt-out thirty-something who packs a lot of magic into her small body. She's trying to establish herself as a major Psychic Operative in the NYC magic scene, and she'll work the most gruesome gigs to claw her way to the top. Desperate to break the dead-end grind, Julie summons a guardian angel for a quick career boost. But when her power grab accidentally releases an elder god hellbent on the annihilation of our galaxy, the body count rises rapidly. The Dead Take the A Train is a high-octane cocktail of Khaw's cosmic horror and Kadrey's gritty fantasy-shaken, not stirred.

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Book SynopsisA mindbending and visceral psychological horror about a young man trapped in an infinite subway station, perfect for readers of Mark Z. Danielewski and Susanna Clarke.Vickers has a plan: throw himself into the Saint Lawrence River in Montreal and end it all for good, believing it to be the only way out for him after a lifetime of depression and pain. But, stepping off the subway, he finds himself in an endless, looping station.Determined to find a way out again, he starts to explore the rooms and corridors ahead of him. But no matter how many claustrophobic hallways or vast cathedral-esque rooms he passes through, the exit is nowhere in sight.The more he explores his strange new prison, the more he becomes convinced that he hasn?t been trapped there accidentally, and amongst the shadows and concrete, he comes to realise that he almost certainly is not alone.A terrifying psychological nightmare from a powerful new voice in horror.

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Book SynopsisA modern-day Sherlock Holmes, Bernie Quist operates as a consultant detective from Baker Avenue in York. His assistant is Watson, although this Watson is a streetwise youth from the Grimpen housing estate and he''s definitely no doctor. The mismatched duo take on bizarre cases which invariably lead into the realms of the supernatural, a shadowy world that, thanks to his dark secret, Quist is all too familiar with.It''s almost Christmas and the ancient streets of York are filled with twinkling lights, bustling Yuletide markets and the occasional cloudburst of dismal British sleet. A mundane investigation leads Quist and Watson to an isolated village on the wintry Northumbrian coast, where two faces from the past await: an infamous practitioner of the black arts, and someone they were hoping never to see again. What begins as an intriguing mystery soon becomes the detective''s most dangerous and horrific case, with Quist discovering the terrifying secret of the Mulgrave Ritual and his life hanging precariously in the balance.The Rumba of the Beast, a festive tale of gruesome murders, black magic and ballroom dancing.A dark and very peculiar game is afoot...

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Book SynopsisA classic ghost story illustrated by acclaimed cartoonist, Seth.Retired officer Colonel Mortimer takes a lease on Brentwood, a mansion in Scotland that shares grounds with the ruins of an older house – including a strange, vacant doorway. When his son falls ill and eerie events begin to unfold, Mortimer must face his fears in order to save his son.

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, the townspeople of F -. did something bad . . .Local schoolteacher Catherine Evans has made writing the definitive account of what happened when Ilsbeth Clark drowned in the well her life's work.Some don't want the past raked up, but Catherine is determined to shine a light upon that shameful event. Because Ilsbeth was an innocent, shunned and ostracized by rumour-mongers and ill-wishers, and someone has to speak up for her. And who better than Catherine, who has herself felt the sting and hurt of such whisperings?And then a childhood friend returns to F -. Elena is a successful author who's earned a certain celebrity. Now in search of a new subject, she announces her intention to write a book about the long-dead woman.And Elena has everything Catherine has not. A platform. And connections. And no one seems to care that this book will be pure speculation, tainting Ilsbeth's memory. Catherine is left with no option but to blunt her rival's pen ...Before summer is over, one woman will be dead and the other accused of murder.But is she guilty, or are there other forces at work? And who was Ilsbeth Clark, really?An innocent? A witch? Or something else entirely?Trade ReviewTrue to form, Camilla Bruce has spun a slippery yet beguiling spell with this cleverly crafted and intoxicating tale of female rivalry and folklore. A startling and original plot is woven around a cast of gleefully unpleasant characters - I was gripped from the very first page.Haunting and harrowing . . . I couldn't look away.Simmering with unease and spookiness, this creepy read will give you goosebumps. **** * HEAT magazine *A slippery yet beguiling spell ... this is a cleverly crafted and intoxicating tale of female rivalry and folklore. * PICK ME UP! 'Book of the Week' *Uniting the 'found footage' of Janice Hallett's books with Norwegian tales of 'difficult women' and folk horror. * STYLIST *

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Book SynopsisCollected together for the first time, two of Goodreads Choice award winning author Grady Hendrix's most beloved novels: The Final Girl Support Group and How to Sell a Haunted House

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Book SynopsisGorgeous collectable edition of Robert Louis Stevenson''s timeless, classic adventure.This new dark Collectable edition brings a fresh perspective on Stevenson''s dark, celebrated evocation of duality: polite society undermined by the weakness deep within itself. Three of Stevenson’s other dark tales reveal him to be a shrewd and skillful storyteller - The Body Snatcher, The Pavilion on the Links, The Story of a Lie.Little treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader.

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Book SynopsisThe brilliant new Joseph Spector locked-room mystery. Spector investigates paranormal goings-on and murder at a former World War One hospital.

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Book SynopsisLittle treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader. The young, beautiful and highly susceptible Dorian Gray is pulled into the hedonistic haze of London’s high society, where he falls under the pernicious influence of Lord Henry Wotton. Oscar Wilde’s nightmarish tale gorges on pleasure and sin, corruption and vanity, as the story takes further dark twists and a Faustian deal threatens Gray’s very soul. He will go to any lengths to keep his fleeting beauty and youth, but his painted portrait reveals the truth of his dark and twisted nature, changing its appearance at every misdeed, until the monstrous horror of Dorian’s scarred soul is too much for him to bear.

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Book SynopsisThe mysterious Griffin arrives at a picturesque English inn during a snowstorm, swaddled in bandages which cover his face and with his eyes hidden behind dark glasses. His odd get-up and irascible behavior intrigue the locals, who believe him to be the victim of an accident. However, the true reason for Griffin’s outfit is far stranger: underneath those clothes, he is completely invisible. As the cause of Griffin’s state of transparency is revealed, his nefarious and destructive intentions become clear. One of the foundational texts of science fiction, The Invisible Man has inspired numerous film and TV adaptations and remains chilling in its depiction of scientific experimentation gone wrong.Trade ReviewI personally consider the greatest of English living writers [to be] H.G. Wells. -- Upton Sinclair

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