New York: Tor Fantasy, 1986. First Printing, Thus. Set during the reign of Queen Victoria and follows the investigation of Inspector Abberline in attempting to apprehend Jack the Ripper and includes some famous Victorians such as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle within the storyline. Historical fiction featuring Jack the Ripper, Arthur.....

Burton, MI: Subterranean Press, 2001. Limited Edition of 1500. HISTORICAL CONTEXT / SIGNIFICANCE —Issued during a period of renewed interest in small-press horror publishing, this edition reflects Subterranean Press’s role in shaping the collectible market for contemporary dark fiction. Provenance from D. Douglas Fratz places the volume within a documented.....

Lake Geneva, WI: New Infinities, 1989. Richard Lee Byers is well-known for his extensive contributions to the 'Forgotten Realms' and 'World of Darkness' universes. Deathward is an early example of his work, showcasing the atmospheric, horror-tinged fantasy that would become his trademark.The imprint, New Infinities, is of particular interest to.....

New York: Lancer Books, 1971. First Printing. As is often the case with 'vintage' fiction, the style may seem dated in places, and the plot twists a little familiar due to familiarity and repetition over the years. Some contemporary readers may find this too slow going. That aside, the reviewer.....

New York: ROC Fantasy, 1992. First Printing, October, 1992. In a nameless city, caught between past and future, a mythic realm lies at the "heart of the world." Here, wicked Rat Lords oppress humanity, while god-daemons contemplate ending existence. This sparks a quest for survival led by the powerful White.....

New York: Signet, 1999. First Printing; November, 1999. A haunted-house/folk-horror tale with Midwestern roots: horror novelist Michael Anthony moves his family from New York back to his Missouri hometown and into his late grandmother’s house—only to find something already inside the walls, floors, and dark corners. Goingback blends small-town menace.....

New York: Signet W6708, 1975. Contextual / Historical Significance ----Published during the paperback horror explosion of the 1970s, The Fog helped establish James Herbert as one of Britain’s leading horror writers alongside contemporaries such as Ramsey Campbell. The novel’s success paved the way for Herbert’s later bestsellers including The Rats.....

New York: Zebra Publishing, 1975. Cover Art by Jeff Jones; Text Illustrations by David Ireland. First Printing, Thus, July, 1975. Illustrated Wraps. "Worms of the Earth" is a short story by American fantasy fiction writer Robert E. Howard. It was originally published in the magazine Weird Tales in November 1932.....

New York: Ace Books, 1964. First Edition, First Printing. Henry Kuttner was a significant figure in science fiction whose name might not be familiar. He demonstrated remarkable prolificacy and adaptability, crafting numerous short stories spanning various genres such as science fiction, fantasy, horror, thriller, and adventure, alongside producing over a......

Sauk City, Wisconsin, Arkham House Publishers, 1987. Corrected 8th Printing. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE —Few twentieth-century writers have exerted a broader posthumous influence than H. P. Lovecraft. Virtually ignored by mainstream literary culture during his lifetime, Lovecraft became the foundational architect of modern cosmic horror, influencing literature, film, gaming, music, and visual.....

New York: Poseidon Press, 1982. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE —Before Game of Thrones transformed popular culture, George R. R. Martin built his reputation through darker, genre-crossing works such as Sandkings, The Armageddon Rag, and the widely admired Fevre Dream. Set aboard the steamboats of the antebellum Mississippi, the novel reimagines vampire fiction through.....

New York: Bantam Books, 1981. First Printing, Thus. Dark Forces is an anthology of horror fiction edited by Kirby McCauley. It's notable for its collection of stories from prominent horror writers of the time, showcasing their diverse styles and themes within the genre. The anthology includes works by Stephen King.....

[Irvine, CA]: Suntup, 20023. Limited edition of 750 copies and Signed by the Artist. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE - -Originally published in 1995, 'Zombie' is a masterclass in psychological horror, earning Oates the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement. Based loosely on the crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer, the novel remains one of the.....