Vampire Comedy Countdown #31: The Munsters’ Revenge (TV Movie 1981)
I love The Munsters. So. Much. (Seriously, Monster Complex has talked bout The Munsters LOTS OF TIMES.) We’re including them on this list because of the movies, but let’s start with the original series. Count Dracula was a member of the family on classic monster comedy sitcom The Munsters (1964-1966).
H.G. Wells: Where should you start with his books?
Called by many the “father of science fiction, H.G. Wells (1866-1946) explored the terror behind brand-new scientific ideas. Looking at the legendary author’s classic SF works that were political, realistic—and always entertaining.
Was ‘The Munsters’ inspired by Marvel Comics? 13 surprising parallels
With Marvel Comics and The Munsters both launching within just a few years of each other, were the creators behind The Munsters influenced by the breakthroughs at Marvel? I talk over the parallels with Fantastic Four, X-Men, The Hulk, and more that make me wonder…
Supernatural crime comic book UNDERHEIST from David and Maria Lapham: “All these twisted, nightmarish ideas started to flood in…”
The people behind crime comic Stray Bullets now bring the hellish new heist series UNDERHEIST in December. “We had this idea for a more straightforward story. Quickly all these twisted, nightmarish ideas started to flood in.”
D.M. Guay: The horror comedy author lets you visit 24/7 Demon Mart in a new 3-in-1 edition
One loser, one talking cockroach, and one karate-chopping bombshell are all that stand between YOU and Hell on Earth. The author offers a new 3-in-1 omnibus to introduce you to the 24/7 Demon Mart horror comedy books.
Love horror stories? Big sale on books about horror movies, TV, and games—including how to make your own!
Find out more about the thinking behind horror storytelling—and learn how to write and create your own movies and TV shows! Fanatical is offering a great sale on books about horror movies—including 24 eBooks so you can explore behind-the-scenes of this ever-popular genre, and how the industry’s pros have approached horror in their own unique way.
HEADLESS HORSEMAN comics anthology from Dark Horse for Halloween
Comics publisher Dark Horse is a regular in the horror comics space. Find out about their new 56-page horror anthology The Headless Horseman Halloween Annual 2023. Contributor David Dastmalchian LOVES anthological horror. “There's a wonderful space in things that horrify us for laughter and comedy.”
Tania Gold Q&A—Prophecy of a Vampire: “I love vampire stories...I wanted to provide something fresh and unique.”
Tania Gold’s new book is Prophecy of a Vampire. Find out more about the book, and read our interview with the author! “I love vampire stories, especially when they have a romantic tie to it. I wrote Prophecy of a Vampire as a romance because I wanted to provide something fresh and unique.”
21 Great Halloween Pop Songs
Fun beats for your trick-or-treats! Celebrate Halloween with artists like Janelle Monáe, Becky G, Taylor Swift, Will Smith, Black Keys, OutKast, Olivia Rodrigo, Oingo Boingo, Rihanna, and lots more!
Remembering Keith Giffen (1952-2023) comic book icon behind Justice League, Rocket Raccoon, Blue Beetle, more
Remembering comic book legend Keith Giffen, who created or co-created characters Rocket Raccoon, Lobo, Ambush Bug, and (the newest) Blue Beetle. He also worked on Legion of Superheroes, Justice League International, and more.
Johnny Sokko and Giant Robo—Theme Song, The History, and The Giant Monsters
Celebrating Johnny Sokko and his giant robot (including that catchy theme), the monsters Giant Robo faced, the impact of Giant Robo, and 13 Giant Heroes Who Fight Giant Monsters—including Ultraman, King Kong, and Frankenstein(?).
Jude S. Walko reimagines the legend of the headless horseman: “I have always had a penchant for good horror.”
Filmmaker Jude S. Walko’s novel The Unhallowed Horseman reimagines the classic “Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Walko offers a special video message and reads an excerpt from his novel. In our interview, Walko explains how his background as a filmmaker impacts his fiction, and the personal spin he brought to the story.
R.F. Kuang on ‘Babel’: “It’s right for an environment to form close but flawed relationships.”
Interview with the author about her historical fantasy Babel, winner of the 2022 Nebula Award for Best Novel. Watch the video interview and scroll down for more info about the author.
Celebrating the Universal Monsters with the love song “Children of the Night”
The new song “Children of the Night” shows love for the Universal Monsters. We talk to the songwriters and the vocalist, plus share more info about Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, Phantom of the Opera, Invisible Man, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and the rest.
S.H. Cotugno on Jekyll and Hyde comic: “If I can get you to laugh…you’re more likely to care when I throw them off a cliff.”
TV animator S.H. Cotugno is releasing a collection of the popular webcomic series inspired by Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. “My hope is: if I can get you to laugh along with my characters, you’re more likely to care when I throw them off a cliff.”
Krista Cagg Q&A on ‘Hunting Grounds’: “Steampunk and Horror…I want to keep my audience on the edge of their seats.”
We interview Krista Cagg about her steampunk horror novel Hunting Grounds. The author explains her unique spin on steampunk, reveals what inspired her, and shares her favorite things about the genre.
Scooby-Doo and DC Comics: 13 Super Team-ups
Find out about the new movie with Scooby-Doo and Krypto. Also, find more info about Scooby-Doo’s impact on pop culture, the history of Krypto the super dog, and info about more of the many team ups that Scooby-Doo has had with characters in the DC Comics universe…
Godzilla and Kurt Russell on Apple TV+
A new streaming TV show expands the epic story told through recent Godzilla and King Kong movies. In this story: What the show is about; Godzilla has made a huge impact on popular culture; Kurt Russell is in some of my favorite movies; and more!
15 Best Horror Authors: Dead and Alive
Find out more about some of horror fiction’s most well-known and beloved authors. Including info and links for Stephen King, Shirley Jackson, Dean Koontz, Anne Rice, and more!
The Haunting of Hill House: Directing Fear
Loosely based on the 1959 novel by Shirley Jackson, The Haunting of Hill House is a supernatural horror drama TV miniseries. We take you behind the scenes with the director as well as members of the cast.