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Friday, September 13, 2024

Bound In Blood: Stories Of Cursed Books, Damned Libraries, And Unearthly Authors edited by Johnny Mains

(Thank you to Titan Books for providing me with a copy of this book!)
 

about book:

A chilling anthology of nineteen stories of cursed and haunted books; featuring  malevolent second-hand books, cursed novelizations, unsettling journals and the  end of the world. From award-winning authors including: Eric LaRocca, Charlie  Higson, Kim Newman and A. G. Slatter.  

You find it hidden in the dark corner of the bookstore; tucked away in a box in the attic,  desperate to be read; lurking on your bookshelf, never seen before. Crack the spine, feel  the ancient pages. Read it aloud, if you dare.  

This anthology brings together horror’s best and brightest to delve into the pages of  cursed books, Eldritch tomes and haunted bookstores.  

Featuring stories from: 

Adam Cesare 

Eric LaRocca 

Isy Suttie 

Charlie Higson 

A. G. Slatter 

Priya Sharma 

Lucie McKnight Hardy 

Alison Moore 

Kim Newman 


And many more!

my thoughts:

Creepy and thrilling, Bound In Blood: Stories Of Cursed Books, Damned Libraries, And Unearthly Authors is a terrific anthology that will definitely spook. Edited by Johnny Mains, this collection of short stories is chock full of horror stories about books and tales that will haunt you for days long after you turn the last page. Yikes! 

Just in time to celebrate the fall season, this book is just the ticket. Grab a cuppa, a fuzzy throw blanket, and settle on down with Bound In Blood. Make sure to leave all the lights on, because these eerie and supernatural themed stories will make you jump every time you hear a sound. I know that I did. 

I also enjoyed getting to know so many new-to-me authors because of this book, too. It was fun experiencing new writing styles and creative ideas this way - made me look forward to picking up my copy every day. I normally devour short stories, but I preferred dipping in and out of this one. Such a treat to read!

I would happily recommend Bound In Blood to everyone looking for their next great spooky read - you will LOVE this one to bits! Make sure to grab a copy ASAP!



Thank you to Titan Books for providing me with a copy of this book!

5 comments:

Lark@LarkWrites said...

Well this sounds awesome! I love the idea of haunted bookshops and cursed books. (Well, in fiction, not in real life. ;D )

Nadia said...

Lark, I know, right? Makes for a great spooky story :)

ElunedHermitCrab said...

I really love a good horror short, probably more than a full horror novel, so I'll happily be picking this one up!

Nadia said...

Lark, yes, in fiction it's great, but not in real life :) This one was a great one to read - definitely check it out!

Nadia said...

I love short stories, so this one was a great way to indulge in some horror without having to get enmeshed in a full story :) Definitely check it out.