Author: Stefan R. Dziemianowicz
Publisher: Barnes & Noble
ISBN: 9781566197625
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 628
Book Description
The witches who populate these 100 delightfully scary stories include practitioners of white witchcraft and devotees of black magic. Most are female, some are male, and a few are thoroughly unclassifiable. They can be born witches or made witches, and may mix simple love potions or volatile concoctions that threaten all we hold dear. Some resent not receiving the treatment they feel they deserve from lesser mortals; yet other witches don't even realize that they wield any special influence at all. The many writers who take on this ever-fascinating character (so fundamentally human unlike her more paranormal, ghostly brethren) include Juleen Brantingham ("Burning in the Light"), Joe R. Landsdale ("By the Hair of the Head"), Simon McCaffery ("Blood Mary"), Terry Campbell ("Retrocurses"), Lawrence Shimel ("Coming Out of the Broom Closet"), and a coven of others.
100 Wicked Little Witch Stories
Author: Stefan R. Dziemianowicz
Publisher: Barnes & Noble
ISBN: 9781566197625
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 628
Book Description
The witches who populate these 100 delightfully scary stories include practitioners of white witchcraft and devotees of black magic. Most are female, some are male, and a few are thoroughly unclassifiable. They can be born witches or made witches, and may mix simple love potions or volatile concoctions that threaten all we hold dear. Some resent not receiving the treatment they feel they deserve from lesser mortals; yet other witches don't even realize that they wield any special influence at all. The many writers who take on this ever-fascinating character (so fundamentally human unlike her more paranormal, ghostly brethren) include Juleen Brantingham ("Burning in the Light"), Joe R. Landsdale ("By the Hair of the Head"), Simon McCaffery ("Blood Mary"), Terry Campbell ("Retrocurses"), Lawrence Shimel ("Coming Out of the Broom Closet"), and a coven of others.
Publisher: Barnes & Noble
ISBN: 9781566197625
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 628
Book Description
The witches who populate these 100 delightfully scary stories include practitioners of white witchcraft and devotees of black magic. Most are female, some are male, and a few are thoroughly unclassifiable. They can be born witches or made witches, and may mix simple love potions or volatile concoctions that threaten all we hold dear. Some resent not receiving the treatment they feel they deserve from lesser mortals; yet other witches don't even realize that they wield any special influence at all. The many writers who take on this ever-fascinating character (so fundamentally human unlike her more paranormal, ghostly brethren) include Juleen Brantingham ("Burning in the Light"), Joe R. Landsdale ("By the Hair of the Head"), Simon McCaffery ("Blood Mary"), Terry Campbell ("Retrocurses"), Lawrence Shimel ("Coming Out of the Broom Closet"), and a coven of others.
100 Ghastly Little Ghost Stories
Author: Stefan R. Dziemianowicz
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 568
Book Description
Be warned -- not only good things, but sometimes fear comes in small packages; or, in this case, short packages.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 568
Book Description
Be warned -- not only good things, but sometimes fear comes in small packages; or, in this case, short packages.
100 Malicious Little Mysteries
Author: Isaac Asimov
Publisher: Sterling
ISBN: 9781402711015
Category : Detective and mystery stories, American
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Charmingly insidious and satisfyingly devious, these 100 baffling little mysteries selected by such prominent authors as Isaac Asimov are just the thing to suit your most malevolent mood.
Publisher: Sterling
ISBN: 9781402711015
Category : Detective and mystery stories, American
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Charmingly insidious and satisfyingly devious, these 100 baffling little mysteries selected by such prominent authors as Isaac Asimov are just the thing to suit your most malevolent mood.
Nasty Stories
Author: Brian McNaughton
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434446700
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Brian McNaughton's masterful "nasty stories" will shock, amaze, and delight you. From twists upon medieval torture chambers to the weirdest Little Red Riding Hood you'll ever meet, Nasty Stories will take your breath away and hold you rapt: a delightful nightmare of terror and humor in equal parts. Once you've read it, you'll know to be afraid!
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434446700
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Brian McNaughton's masterful "nasty stories" will shock, amaze, and delight you. From twists upon medieval torture chambers to the weirdest Little Red Riding Hood you'll ever meet, Nasty Stories will take your breath away and hold you rapt: a delightful nightmare of terror and humor in equal parts. Once you've read it, you'll know to be afraid!
The Witch and Warlock MEGAPACK ®: 25 Tales of Magic-Users
Author: Lawrence Watt-Evans
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479407720
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Witches and warlocks have been part of the fantasy field since its beginning. After all, you need someone to actually use magic if you're going to have it in your story. And magic-users can appear in any setting, from ancient Rome to the modern world, from imaginary kingdoms to the old Salem colony. Here are 25 tales spanning time and space, with only one things in common (aside from great storytelling): witches and warlocks! Included are: WITCHES, by Janet Fox THE TRAP, by Henry S. Whitehead and H.P. Lovecraft ELOMA'S SECOND CAREER, by Lorie Calkins SALEM'S CHILDREN, by Mary Leader THE INN OF THE TWO WITCHES: A FIND, by Joseph Conrad THE WITCH OF FAITH LANE, by Skadi meic Beorh YOU SHALL HAVE THIS DELICACY, by Mark McLaughlin THE CRIMES OF LADY FOWLIS, by Eliza Lynn Linton THE HORNED WOMEN, by Lady Wilde THE VOICE IN THE NIGHT, by William J. Wintle AD GEHENNAM TECUM, by Robert Reginald LOIS THE WITCH, by Elizabeth Gaskell THE SIX SKILLS OF MADAME LUMIERE, by Marissa Lingen THE HOLLOW OF THE THREE HILLS, by Nathaniel Hawthorne SMALL MAGIC, by Janet Fox OLD DEB AND OTHER OLD COLONY WITCHES, by William Root Bliss THE LEGEND OF THE PIPE, by Launcelot THE JUSTICE-BEARER, by Cynthia Ward DEMONS ARE A GHOUL'S BEST FRIEND, by M.E. Brines THE SORCERER EVORAGDOU, by Darrell Schweitzer SCREAMING IN SILENCE, by C.J. Henderson & Bruce Gehweiler THE UNBELIEVER, by Janet Fox THE ROBBERY, by Cynthia Ward KEEPING UP APPEARANCES, by Lawrence Watt-Evans BRIGHT STREETS OF AIR, by Nina Kiriki Hoffman And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see the 260+ entries in the MEGAPACK® series, covering science fiction, fantasy, horror, mysteries, westerns, author collections...and much, much more!
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1479407720
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Witches and warlocks have been part of the fantasy field since its beginning. After all, you need someone to actually use magic if you're going to have it in your story. And magic-users can appear in any setting, from ancient Rome to the modern world, from imaginary kingdoms to the old Salem colony. Here are 25 tales spanning time and space, with only one things in common (aside from great storytelling): witches and warlocks! Included are: WITCHES, by Janet Fox THE TRAP, by Henry S. Whitehead and H.P. Lovecraft ELOMA'S SECOND CAREER, by Lorie Calkins SALEM'S CHILDREN, by Mary Leader THE INN OF THE TWO WITCHES: A FIND, by Joseph Conrad THE WITCH OF FAITH LANE, by Skadi meic Beorh YOU SHALL HAVE THIS DELICACY, by Mark McLaughlin THE CRIMES OF LADY FOWLIS, by Eliza Lynn Linton THE HORNED WOMEN, by Lady Wilde THE VOICE IN THE NIGHT, by William J. Wintle AD GEHENNAM TECUM, by Robert Reginald LOIS THE WITCH, by Elizabeth Gaskell THE SIX SKILLS OF MADAME LUMIERE, by Marissa Lingen THE HOLLOW OF THE THREE HILLS, by Nathaniel Hawthorne SMALL MAGIC, by Janet Fox OLD DEB AND OTHER OLD COLONY WITCHES, by William Root Bliss THE LEGEND OF THE PIPE, by Launcelot THE JUSTICE-BEARER, by Cynthia Ward DEMONS ARE A GHOUL'S BEST FRIEND, by M.E. Brines THE SORCERER EVORAGDOU, by Darrell Schweitzer SCREAMING IN SILENCE, by C.J. Henderson & Bruce Gehweiler THE UNBELIEVER, by Janet Fox THE ROBBERY, by Cynthia Ward KEEPING UP APPEARANCES, by Lawrence Watt-Evans BRIGHT STREETS OF AIR, by Nina Kiriki Hoffman And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see the 260+ entries in the MEGAPACK® series, covering science fiction, fantasy, horror, mysteries, westerns, author collections...and much, much more!
Out of the Dark
Author: Steve Rasnic Tem
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 765
Book Description
Steve Rasnic Tem once said his writing was filtered through “a different lens to view the world.” With a style all his own, Tem has galvanized and thrilled fans of weird fiction worldwide. His efforts have earned him the Bram Stoker, World Fantasy and British Fantasy Awards. His métier is the monstrous secret, the unsettling darkness hidden within all of us. “Bedtime Story” opens with a line that defines Tem’s style: “I don’t know why bad things happen. There’s never a good reason. They just do.” The story introduces us to a nightmare conjured from the mind of a child, preparing to victimize her own father. “The Unmasking” takes us into the tortured psyche of a horribly deformed recluse obsessed with the intricacies of human skin. “Outside,” one of several homages to the great H.P. Lovecraft, melds Tem’s uniquely poetic style with the cosmic horror created by that twisted gentleman from Providence. “The Masque of Edgar Allan Poe” focuses on Tem’s fondness for mask imagery, and how the veneer we wear on the surface can become immobile, consuming our souls. “The Doll Thief” is a deeply disturbing exercise in pathos, perversion and psychosis. In “Pulled Down to Sleep,” a man fights to remain awake, knowing that sleep will doom him to a life of unspeakable nightmares. “Worms” is a frightening tale of vengeance that will literally leave your skin crawling. With “Mother Hag,” Tem gives us a “grim” fairy tale about monstrous motherly love, courtesy of a grotesque, carnivorous witch.
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 765
Book Description
Steve Rasnic Tem once said his writing was filtered through “a different lens to view the world.” With a style all his own, Tem has galvanized and thrilled fans of weird fiction worldwide. His efforts have earned him the Bram Stoker, World Fantasy and British Fantasy Awards. His métier is the monstrous secret, the unsettling darkness hidden within all of us. “Bedtime Story” opens with a line that defines Tem’s style: “I don’t know why bad things happen. There’s never a good reason. They just do.” The story introduces us to a nightmare conjured from the mind of a child, preparing to victimize her own father. “The Unmasking” takes us into the tortured psyche of a horribly deformed recluse obsessed with the intricacies of human skin. “Outside,” one of several homages to the great H.P. Lovecraft, melds Tem’s uniquely poetic style with the cosmic horror created by that twisted gentleman from Providence. “The Masque of Edgar Allan Poe” focuses on Tem’s fondness for mask imagery, and how the veneer we wear on the surface can become immobile, consuming our souls. “The Doll Thief” is a deeply disturbing exercise in pathos, perversion and psychosis. In “Pulled Down to Sleep,” a man fights to remain awake, knowing that sleep will doom him to a life of unspeakable nightmares. “Worms” is a frightening tale of vengeance that will literally leave your skin crawling. With “Mother Hag,” Tem gives us a “grim” fairy tale about monstrous motherly love, courtesy of a grotesque, carnivorous witch.
Black Wings of Cthulhu
Author: S. T. Joshi
Publisher: Titan Books (US, CA)
ISBN: 0857687832
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 499
Book Description
From the depths of R'lyeh come twenty-one brand-new, utterly terrifying, and thoroughly entertaining tales of Lovecraftian horror and the macabre Taking their inspiration from works by Lovecraft himself, prominent writers such as Caitlin R. Kiernan, Brian Stableford, Ramsey Campbell, Michael Shea, Darrell Schweitzer, Donald R. Burleson, and David J. Schow delve deep into the psyche, expanding on concepts H.P. Lovecraft created and taking them in new directions. The result is stories that are wholly original, some even featuring Lovecraft himself as a character. Black Wings editor S.T. Joshi is the recognized authority on all things Lovecraftian, and is famous for his restorations of Lovecraft's original works. He has assembled a star-studded line-up in a book that is essential for every horror library. Including: Pickman's Other Model - Caitlín R. Kiernan Desert Dreams - Donald R. Burleson Engravings - Joseph S. Pulver, Sr. Copping Squid - Michael Shea Passing Spirits - Sam Gafford The Broadsword - Laird Barron Usurped - William Browning Spencer Denker's Book - Davd J. Schow Inhabitants of Wraithwood - W.H Pugmire The Dome - Mollie L. Burleson Rotterdam - Nicholas Royle Tempting Providence - Jonathan Thomas Howling in the Dark - Darrell Schweitzer The Truth About Pickman - Brian Stableford Tunnells - Philip Haldeman The Correspondence of Cameron Thaddeus Nash - Annotated by Ramsey Campbell Violence, Child of Trust - Michael Cisco Lesser Demons - Norman Partridge An Eldritch Matter - Adam Niswander Substitutions - Michael Marshall Smith Susie - Jason Van Hollander
Publisher: Titan Books (US, CA)
ISBN: 0857687832
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 499
Book Description
From the depths of R'lyeh come twenty-one brand-new, utterly terrifying, and thoroughly entertaining tales of Lovecraftian horror and the macabre Taking their inspiration from works by Lovecraft himself, prominent writers such as Caitlin R. Kiernan, Brian Stableford, Ramsey Campbell, Michael Shea, Darrell Schweitzer, Donald R. Burleson, and David J. Schow delve deep into the psyche, expanding on concepts H.P. Lovecraft created and taking them in new directions. The result is stories that are wholly original, some even featuring Lovecraft himself as a character. Black Wings editor S.T. Joshi is the recognized authority on all things Lovecraftian, and is famous for his restorations of Lovecraft's original works. He has assembled a star-studded line-up in a book that is essential for every horror library. Including: Pickman's Other Model - Caitlín R. Kiernan Desert Dreams - Donald R. Burleson Engravings - Joseph S. Pulver, Sr. Copping Squid - Michael Shea Passing Spirits - Sam Gafford The Broadsword - Laird Barron Usurped - William Browning Spencer Denker's Book - Davd J. Schow Inhabitants of Wraithwood - W.H Pugmire The Dome - Mollie L. Burleson Rotterdam - Nicholas Royle Tempting Providence - Jonathan Thomas Howling in the Dark - Darrell Schweitzer The Truth About Pickman - Brian Stableford Tunnells - Philip Haldeman The Correspondence of Cameron Thaddeus Nash - Annotated by Ramsey Campbell Violence, Child of Trust - Michael Cisco Lesser Demons - Norman Partridge An Eldritch Matter - Adam Niswander Substitutions - Michael Marshall Smith Susie - Jason Van Hollander
The Urban Fantasy Anthology
Author: Peter S. Beagle
Publisher: Tachyon Publications
ISBN: 1616960620
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 523
Book Description
Whether featuring tattooed demon hunters, angst-y vampires, supernatural gumshoes, or pixelated pixies, Urban Fantasy mashes up old-school tales with pop culture, creating iconic characters, diverging moralities, and complex settings. Urban fantasy is finally showcased in this star-studded collection, representing all three of its distinct styles, including the playful new mythologies of Charles de Lint, the sexy paranormal romances of Patricia Briggs, and the gritty urban noir of Neil Gaiman.
Publisher: Tachyon Publications
ISBN: 1616960620
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 523
Book Description
Whether featuring tattooed demon hunters, angst-y vampires, supernatural gumshoes, or pixelated pixies, Urban Fantasy mashes up old-school tales with pop culture, creating iconic characters, diverging moralities, and complex settings. Urban fantasy is finally showcased in this star-studded collection, representing all three of its distinct styles, including the playful new mythologies of Charles de Lint, the sexy paranormal romances of Patricia Briggs, and the gritty urban noir of Neil Gaiman.
Icons of Horror and the Supernatural
Author: S. T. Joshi
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 031308100X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 819
Book Description
Horror and the supernatural have fascinated people for centuries, and many of the most central figures appear over and over again. These figures have gained iconic status and continue to hold sway over popular culture and the modern imagination. This book offers extended entries on 24 of the most enduring and significant figures of horror and the supernatural, including The Sea Creature, The Witch, The Alien, The Vampire, The Werewolf, The Sorcerer, The Ghost, The Siren, The Mummy, The Devil, and The Zombie. Each entry is written by a leading authority on the subject and discusses the topic's essential features and lasting influence, from the classical epics of Homer to the novels of Stephen King. Entries cite sources for further reading, and the Encyclopedia closes with a selected, general bibliography. Entries include illustrations, sidebars of interesting information, and excerpts from key texts. Horror and the supernatural have fascinated people for centuries, with many of the most central figures appearing over and over again across time and cultures. These figures have starred in the world's most widely read literary works, most popular films, and most captivating television series. Because of their popularity and influence, they have attained iconic status and a special place in the popular imagination. This book overviews 24 of the most significant icons of horror and the supernatural.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 031308100X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 819
Book Description
Horror and the supernatural have fascinated people for centuries, and many of the most central figures appear over and over again. These figures have gained iconic status and continue to hold sway over popular culture and the modern imagination. This book offers extended entries on 24 of the most enduring and significant figures of horror and the supernatural, including The Sea Creature, The Witch, The Alien, The Vampire, The Werewolf, The Sorcerer, The Ghost, The Siren, The Mummy, The Devil, and The Zombie. Each entry is written by a leading authority on the subject and discusses the topic's essential features and lasting influence, from the classical epics of Homer to the novels of Stephen King. Entries cite sources for further reading, and the Encyclopedia closes with a selected, general bibliography. Entries include illustrations, sidebars of interesting information, and excerpts from key texts. Horror and the supernatural have fascinated people for centuries, with many of the most central figures appearing over and over again across time and cultures. These figures have starred in the world's most widely read literary works, most popular films, and most captivating television series. Because of their popularity and influence, they have attained iconic status and a special place in the popular imagination. This book overviews 24 of the most significant icons of horror and the supernatural.
The Darrell Schweitzer MEGAPACK ®
Author: Darrell Schweitzer
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434443140
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
This volume assembles 25 tales by Darrell Schweitzer, modern and alternate-world fantasy and horror tales in the "Weird Tales" vein. Included in this volume are some of his very finest works, including "Pennies from Hell," "Peeling It Off," "Kind Yvorian's Wager," and many more! Complete contents: TRANSIENTS A LANTERN MAKER OF AI HANLO THE STORY OF A DADAR REFUGEES FROM AN IMAGINARY COUNTRY THE SORCERER EVORAGDOU THE MYSTERIES OF THE FACELESS KING KING YVORIAN’S WAGER THE SPIRIT OF THE BACK STAIRS THE OUTSIDE MAN SAVAGES ON THE LAST NIGHT OF THE FESTIVAL OF THE DEAD VANDIBAR NASHA IN THE COLLEGE OF SHADOWS ONE OF THE SECRET MASTERS RUNNING TO CAMELOT KVETCHULA KVETCHULA'S DAUGHTER HOW IT ENDED THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DEAD WOMAN IN THE WORLD THE EATER OF HOURS FIGHTING THE ZEPPELIN GANG THE MESSENGER THE LAST HERETIC THE WITCH OF THE WORLD'S END HOWLING IN THE DARK PEELING IT OFF And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Megapack" to see more entries in this series, covering classic authors and subjects like mysteries, science fiction, westerns, ghost stories -- and much, much more!
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434443140
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
This volume assembles 25 tales by Darrell Schweitzer, modern and alternate-world fantasy and horror tales in the "Weird Tales" vein. Included in this volume are some of his very finest works, including "Pennies from Hell," "Peeling It Off," "Kind Yvorian's Wager," and many more! Complete contents: TRANSIENTS A LANTERN MAKER OF AI HANLO THE STORY OF A DADAR REFUGEES FROM AN IMAGINARY COUNTRY THE SORCERER EVORAGDOU THE MYSTERIES OF THE FACELESS KING KING YVORIAN’S WAGER THE SPIRIT OF THE BACK STAIRS THE OUTSIDE MAN SAVAGES ON THE LAST NIGHT OF THE FESTIVAL OF THE DEAD VANDIBAR NASHA IN THE COLLEGE OF SHADOWS ONE OF THE SECRET MASTERS RUNNING TO CAMELOT KVETCHULA KVETCHULA'S DAUGHTER HOW IT ENDED THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DEAD WOMAN IN THE WORLD THE EATER OF HOURS FIGHTING THE ZEPPELIN GANG THE MESSENGER THE LAST HERETIC THE WITCH OF THE WORLD'S END HOWLING IN THE DARK PEELING IT OFF And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Megapack" to see more entries in this series, covering classic authors and subjects like mysteries, science fiction, westerns, ghost stories -- and much, much more!