Horror Fiction Collections: 2022 Bram Stoker Awards Nominees
Find out more about the nominations for Superior Achievements in a two categories—Fiction Collection and Anthology. Find out the nominees in the Superior Achievement in a Fiction Collection category and also the category Superior Achievement in an Anthology—with info about the nominated books these authors.
Funky cover of Addams Family and The Munster Themes by Rodney Skinner
We’ve posted lots about The Addams Family and The Munsters—but for once here’s a post about both. In the video is a fun cover track that includes the themes from both The Addams Family and The Munsters.
Q&A: KC Jones on BLACK TIDE: “I love seeing characters respond to the unknown, the frightening, the should-be-impossible.”
A character-driven science fiction/horror blend, Jones’ BLACK TIDE is Stephen King’s THE MIST meets A QUIET PLACE. In our interview, Jones reveals what inspires his unique angle for horror stories, and shares his favorite things about horror fiction. “I love seeing characters respond to the unknown, the frightening, the should-be-impossible.”
Gold Key Comics is coming back—and they’re bringing Boris Karloff
The long gone Gold Key Comics brand is coming back—and kicking off by launching a new horror comic Boris Karloff’s Gold Key Mysteries. A horror anthology, Boris Karloff’s Gold Key Mysteries is packed with ALL NEW stories (not reprints).
Q&A: Christi Nogle on BEULAH: “I am more scared by things when they aren’t fully lit or fully seen.”
Christi Nogle writes psychological and supernatural horror, dark science fiction, and weird fiction. Her novel Beulah has been nominated for a 2022 Bram Stoker Award. In our interview, Nogle explains what inspired Beulah, shares her favorite things about horror fiction, and reveals what led her down this path.
Coming Soon: Killer Tomatoes—The Novel!
A novelization of the 1978 cult classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes is on the way from Bram Stoker Award-winner Jeff Strand. (Wait. What?) “The movie is shamelessly silly,” the author says, “which gave me license to go completely bonkers with the novelization.”
First Novel Nominees: 2022 Bram Stoker Awards
Find out more about the nominations for superior first novel in horror fiction. With info about the nominated books from Erin Adams, Isabel Cañas, KC Jones, Christi Nogle and Ally Wilkes. Author interviews coming soon!
Superior Horror Novel Nominees: 2022 Bram Stoker Awards
Find out more about the nominations for Superior Achievement in a Novel in horror fiction. With info about the nominated books from Gabino Iglesias, Alma Katsu, Gwendolyn Kiste, Josh Malerman, and Catriona Ward. Author interviews coming soon!
Great Horror Stories: 2022 Bram Stoker Awards Nominees
The Horror Writer’s Association (HWA) has announced the nominees for the 2022 Bram Stoker Awards. In the next few weeks, we’ll be talking more about several of these nominated books. Meanwhile, check out the the whole list of nominations.
‘Addams Family’ and ‘Addams Family Values’ scores by Marc Shaiman—listen now
The video playlist inside includes the scores for both ‘Addams Family’ and ‘Addams Family Values,’ written by Marc Shaiman. One reviewer called the scores “lush and wacky.”
Q&A: David Scott Hay on [NSFW]: “Horror for me is having something you love being torn away and being powerless to stop it.”
Monster Complex interviews horror author David Scott Hay about his experimental horror-lit set in the near future about connection and isolation. Hay shares unique spin on writing horror fiction, reveals what in his background inspires him, and reveals his pet peeves in others’ horror stories.
Nicolas Cage is Dracula—but RENFIELD is “Really Nicholas Hoult’s movie”
Nicholas Cage talks about the challenges (and fun) of his role as Dracula in the horror comedy RENFIELD, when Count Dracula’s manservant takes on a new perspective in modern-day New Orleans—even attending a support group.
45 Important Black Comic Book Superheroes
We’re celebrating Black characters who’ve impacted comic books and related media. Find details from Marvel Comics, Milestone Media, DC Comics, and more!
C.L. Bauer: Author Q&A—“Ghosts can do just about anything, right?”
We interviewed C.L. Bauer about her novel The Haunted Lost Rose. Bauer shares the inspiration for her fiction, explains why she values the supernatural, and reveals what makes her stop reading. “There’s more to the afterlife than just going to sleep or into darkness for eternity.”
How the director got Hammer to deliver Addams Family “Groove”
“Addams Groove,” performed by hip-hop artist Hammer, introduced a whole new generation to the horrific household. Watch the original music video, plus behind-the-scenes info…
Douglas Wolk Q&A: How Marvel Comics Are All One Big Story
For someone researching the history of Marvel Comics, Wolk is a great tour guide: “I think it’s something that’s really special about this kind of enormous enormous story.”
Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis joins comics world writing eco-horror graphic novel ‘Mother Nature’
Horror star Jamie Lee Curtis has reached a new level in her career—including an Oscar for Everything Everywhere All at Once, plus a new movie that’s a comics adaptation. Find out more!
Short horror film ESTHER kicks off Red Tower
A woman moves back to her childhood home only to learn that her imaginary friend Esther has come back to play… Watch the film online and find out more about the filmmakers!
Michelle Yeoh: 16 great fight scenes from the history-making Oscar winner
The major movie star has done great action scenes—including those with Jackie Chan, Star Trek, James Bond and the MCU. To celebrate Yeoh’s history-making win at the Academy Awards, we’re taking a look at some of her best fight scenes ever, including Shang Chi, Gunpowder Milkshake, and Super Cop.
Rebecca Mahoney Q&A: The Memory Eater—“There are parts in every person a bit scarier than we like to show our loved ones.”
Today, Monster Complex is interviewing author Rebecca Mahoney about her new novel The Memory Eater: A teen girl must save her town from a memory-devouring monster in this piercing exploration of grief, trauma, and memory.