Tag: HORROR

  • Punk Writers Unite For “Hardcore Horror” – 23 Tales Of Chaos And Fear

    Punk Writers Unite For “Hardcore Horror” – 23 Tales Of Chaos And Fear

    Hardcore Horror dives deep into the grim underbelly of punk rock’s imagination. This literary collection features twenty-three dark stories written by punk, hardcore, and alt-rock musicians and scene veterans. Each tale explores the terrifying, surreal, and often humorous corners of punk’s creative psyche, where nightmares meet distortion and rebellion meets the supernatural. The anthology captures…

  • The Books We Read In 2024

    The Books We Read In 2024

    It has been a wild ride through an expansive literal universe this year and we had so much fun reading these books. As you can see, there’s something for everyone, so pick your favorite genre and support these authors and Earth Island Books by purchasing their books. The Fire Still Burns : Music Inspired By…

  • Weight Of Sin By Ray Canham (Earth Island Books)

    Weight Of Sin By Ray Canham (Earth Island Books)

    “Weight of Sin” by Ray Canham is a dark, witty, and intricately knitted collection of short stories that transport readers into a world where absurdity meets horror. Each story within the anthology is marked by Canham’s signature style—a blend of humor, pathos, and unsettling twists that will leave a everlasting impact on the reader. From…

  • Earth Island Books To Release “The Weight Of Sin” By Ray Canham

    Earth Island Books To Release “The Weight Of Sin” By Ray Canham

    “Don’t expect light-hearted tales of tea shops, campsites and castles, ‘Weight of Sin’ is more Nick Cave than Nik Kershaw, full of dark, twisted humour and strange journeys into a myriad of possible yesterdays, todays, and tomorrows…  A collection of stories both humorous and horrific, brimming with stygian absurdity and unexpected twists, Weight of Sin…

  • Earth Island Books To Release “Pig Iron,” A New Novel By Jim X Dodge

    Earth Island Books To Release “Pig Iron,” A New Novel By Jim X Dodge

    Prolific UK literature publisher Earth Island Books sets to release “Pig Iron,” a new novel by Jim X Dodge. You can pre-order the book HERE “Pig Iron is an action packed, dystopian tale set in perilous times where survival is hard to come by and trust and friends even harder to find. When the Regency…

  • The Bite by Jim X Dodge (Earth Island Books)

    The Bite by Jim X Dodge (Earth Island Books)

    Jim X Dodge’s latest offering, “The Bite,” emerges as a tour de force that transcends the confines of traditional zombie portrayals. Released on Halloween night of October 31st, 2023, this gripping paperback presents readers with a fresh and captivating perspective on the undead, firmly establishing itself as a true masterpiece within the horror genre. At…

  • Interview: Jim X Dodge, author of “Theta House” & “The Bite”

    Interview: Jim X Dodge, author of “Theta House” & “The Bite”

    We have the distinct pleasure of sitting down with the renowned author, Jim X Dodge, a master storyteller who has captivated readers with his gripping narratives in horror novels such as “The Bite” and “Theta House.” You’ve been writing seriously for decades, with a diverse portfolio that includes poems, short stories, and reviews for Mass…

  • Interview: Tim Cundle of Mass Movement

    Interview: Tim Cundle of Mass Movement

    Tim Cundle is the man behind Mass Movement zine and prolific author who wrote Mass Movement: The Digital Years Vol. 1 & 2, What Would Gary Gygax Do? and Compression. His profound love for punk rock and pop culture caught my eye, so I spoke with him about his zine, books, plans for the future,…

  • “The Grief Of Godless Games” By J.T. Audsley

    “The Grief Of Godless Games” By J.T. Audsley

    “The Grief of Godless Games” is a stunning debut novel that combines fantasy, fiction, and horror into one captivating literary experience. With Audsley’s storytelling and vivid world-building mastery, readers are taken on a thrilling journey to a world where imagination intertwines with history and myth. The creative genius behind J.T. Audsley’s writing highlights his talent…

  • Earth Island Books Released “The Grief Of Godless Games” By J.T. Audsley

    Earth Island Books Released “The Grief Of Godless Games” By J.T. Audsley

    The Grief of Godless Games: Book One of The Godless Saga by J.T. Audsley is “The most in-depth and original new fantasy trilogy setting this decade” and “A must for fans of Tolkien, Martin, Sanderson, Gemmell, Eddings, Abercrombie, Donaldson, Brooks and the like.” It’s “As if the Vikings invaded Heian period Japan, within an imaginative…

  • Mass Movement Vol. 2 By Tim Cundle (Earth Island Books)

    Mass Movement Vol. 2 By Tim Cundle (Earth Island Books)

    Mass Movement Vol. 2 is the highly anticipated second half of a remarkable two-book collection curated by Tim Cundle. This edition collects some of the best interviews and features posted on this webzine in the last two decades. With its focus on underground music, this book is an essential addition to the libraries of hardcore,…

  • Theta House By Jim X Dodge (Earth Island Books)

    Theta House By Jim X Dodge (Earth Island Books)

    Theta House by Jim X Dodge is a spine-chilling horror novel that showcases the author’s exceptional writing skills and eye for detail. It’s one of the latest publications released by Earth Island Books, a prolific publishing company with many skillful writers in their catalog. Dodge draws readers in with a promise of an escape-room challenge…