I haven't love a book like this in such a very long time, but leave it to Kim Liggett to haunt me with her story telling. Elizabeth Banks knew what a game changer this book is, too--enough to have signed on to produce and direct The Grace Year for Universal. While this book isn't technically horror, this story is full of tension and parts were absolutely terrifying. If you love dystopian stories along the lines of The Handmaid's Tale...make sure to pick this book up when it releases on October 8, 2019! XOXO, A No one speaks of the grace year. It’s forbi[...]
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0 Once upon a time, there was a girl who didn't like listening to podcasts. That is until her friends suggested some to her. So after being completely done with the current pop songs on the radio, this girl tried her first one. Now, she has found a new podcast to love...and it just so happens to be about Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Now, that should be all the introduction this podcast needs, but just in case your interest isn't sparked quite yet, let me explain. Two really cool and smart chics, named Jenny Owen Youngs and Kristin Russo, review an entire episode o[...]
After many, many years of being a fan of Laurie Halse Anderson, I got the opportunity to hear her speak at Doylestown Bookshop last night. Her first novel, SPEAK, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. To commemorate this, Laurie is gearing up to release a new novel in verse which is NOT a sequel to SPEAK. Rather, it is an extension--essays and poems--about the need for more girls to SHOUT their truths. I cannot wait for this. Normally at these events I fan girl, get an autograph and a picture, then leave. This time, I learned something. SPEAK has been a[...]
Happy 2019 everyone! Not only does the New Year hold the promise of a fresh start for each of us personally, but it also means good things coming up in the movie theater and in books. The trend that I see is that horror...well guys, 2019 is all about it! Not only are there quite a few remakes on their way--The Blob (yeah, I know...again) and American Werewolf in London. There is also a list of Stephen King flicks coming out this year--Firestarter, the second half of It, and Pet Cemetery. This is not the complete list of what is coming out, but it gives you just[...]
While this fuzzy brown character suit may look cute, Pooka really isn't the kind of stuffy you want to give your child for Christmas. The fact that this toy chooses whether or not it repeats what you say in a good or evil voice is enough for me. I certainly wouldn't want to have this toy at home, let alone dress up as this character. Wilson, an unemployed actor, unwittingly takes the job to try and boost his career. Eventually, Pooka begins to mess with Wilson's mind and he begins to commit acts of violence. In the end, this Hulu original puts a new twist on the t[...]
I love to receive books as gifts. In fact, I love even more when I've NEVER heard of them. What better than to introduce the reader you love to a new author? I've found five newer horror novels that would make fantastic gifts--there's a little something for everyone. Next week, I'll add a few more ideas for your holiday shopping list. Stay tuned... xoxo, A City of Ash and Red This is a new one for me. Reading the synopsis completely pulled me in. Distinguished for his talents as a rat killer, the nameless protagonist of Hye-young Pyun's City of Ash and Red i[...]
I love watching movies. I have special fondness for Christmas movies of all kinds. Lately, I've been hitting Netflix hard for cheesy holiday films. Now it's time to add in a few horror flicks into the rotation. If you do a search online for "Horror Christmas Movies," quite a few come up. Some are very slasheresque--what with a lot of blood and scantily clothed women. These aren't really my cup of tea. I do like some substance to my horror and trust me, there are a ton of amazing choices. Although I've chosen just a few, I hope to discover more to share with you[...]
I am so excited that we are back! So excited that I had to tell you all about the latest movie I watched this weekend. First, I need you to understand that I am not one to choose a film with subtitles. Sure, I enjoyed the original version of The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest; subtitles and all. But for the most part I get lost in the reading and miss much of the film. On Sunday, when the BF suggested we watch Pan’s Labyrinth, I first grumbled and groaned before telling him to just put it on. He swore I’d like it. He knows me so well. I was immed[...]
Chances are, you've caught on by now. We're celebrating Vicki's unbirthday today and we want to tell her how AMAZING she is. Because she's literally one of the best. You can spy part one here and part two here. Dear Birthday Girl, You are amazing. I treasure our horror friendship. I don't know what I'd do without all of your support and pics of amazing outfits. For the gal who has everything, I give you the perfect outfit for your unbirthday. You'd rock this monster dress. To top it off, add these shoes I'd definitely fall down in. You are way too classy fo[...]
The year is 1977, and filmmaker Luciano Tovoli has created a masterpiece of horror cinematography. Don't believe me? Check this out... It may be difficult to discern what this film is about, because the trailer leaves a lot to be imagined. This film is about, "An American newcomer to a prestigious German ballet academy comes to realize that the school is a front for something sinister amid a series of grisly murders." The remake, coming to theaters November 2018, stars Dakota Johnson, Chloe Grace Moretz, Mia Goth, and star of the original film J[...]