The Munsonville Trilogy of Books

The small town of Munsonville has served as the heart of many of my stories. A place of dark history, full of bloody secrets, and dangerous people. It is a place of monsters, both human and otherwise. While the place has appeared many times, in many ways, the heart of this cursed small town is held in the following three books. This is the arc of a man named Tilling Diem, and his connection to the doom of Munsonville. The first two books, โ€œRoad Killโ€ and โ€œRoadKillersโ€ are a connected narrative about love, loss, cursed history, and revenge. The third book, โ€œIn Roots of Ash,โ€ is the story of the woods and the things that live there. Tillingโ€™s story wraps up in this book, though he is not a main character.ย 

Movie Review: “Diabolic”

"Diabolic" is a horror film exploring a woman's struggle with blackouts and her search for answers through her past with the fundamentalist Church of Latter-day Saints. While it creates a chilling atmosphere and effective scares, the film often prioritizes drama over the main horror elements, leaving the climax somewhat lacking.

Five Books to Freak You Out

The author highlights five horror books that promise to captivate and disturb readers. "Things We Found" explores personal horrors, while "Heedless Reflection" delves into loss and revenge. "Red Dreams" offers unsettling tales, "This Beautiful Darkness" reveals inner turmoil, and "Cemetery Earth" showcases a post-apocalyptic love story amidst chaos.

Found-Footage Review: โ€œfuji_jukai.movโ€

Japanโ€™s Aokigahara Forest has become a part of modern internet legend. A beautiful forest at the edge of Mt. Fuji, it is where many people have gone to end their lives, and because of that, the area has earned a reputation as a haunted place. Far removed from the culture and reality of Japan, itโ€™s easy to become fascinated with the ghost story aspect of the place, and the idea of a โ€˜suicide forest,โ€™ but the fact is that this areaโ€™s fame has only made it more appealing to people dealing with the worst feelings in the world.ย 

Movie Review: Mister Frost

"Mister Frost," featuring Jeff Goldblum, is a unique, darkly comedic film that combines horror elements with psychological intrigue. The story unfolds as Frost, claiming to be the devil, interacts with a doctor while hidden secrets emerge in a psychiatric facility. Despite its French origins and deliberate pacing, itโ€™s a captivating, underappreciated classic worth exploring.

The Spooky Chris Podcast: Who is Jason Voorhees?

The post discusses the enigmatic character Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th films, questioning his true nature as a ghost, zombie, or something else. It invites further exploration and encourages listeners to visit the provided link for more podcast content.

Found Footage Review: “The Ghost of Jim Bray”

I have mentioned before that, when done well, I adore the one-person found footage movie. It takes a lot to pull it off, relying on an actor that can keep you engaged, and can portray more than just fear, but humanity. The movie I always go back to is "Leaving D.C.," which really worked for… Continue reading Found Footage Review: “The Ghost of Jim Bray”

Found Footage Review: โ€œGhosts of Hiroshimaโ€

"Ghosts of Hiroshima" is an intimate found footage horror film featuring a young man investigating his inheritance in Japan. As he confronts terrifying revelations about his familyโ€™s connection to Hiroshima, the film builds tension through unseen spirits. While it offers genuine scares, issues with pacing and an unsatisfying ending detract from its overall impact.

“Things We Found” Excerpt

"Things We Found" is a new book of short stories inspired by found footage horror, exploring haunting echoes from the darkness. One excerpt, titled "Stickman," follows a father and son driving home, where the son excitedly points out a mysterious figure in the trees, hinting at something unsettling just beyond their perception.

Book Spotlight: Things We Found

The author expresses a profound love for campfire tales and found footage stories, emphasizing their immersive horror experience. In "Things We Found," a collection of dark and visceral tales, protagonists face terrifying discoveries in an unsettling world. The collection, released in Kindle and paperback, marks the author's return to short stories after several years.

Movie Review: Bonekeeper

The post reviews the monster movie BONEKEEPER, which features a gruesome creature but ultimately fails to deliver a strong narrative. Despite some effective horror elements and ambition, issues like poor writing and illogical character actions detract from the experience. While monster fans may find interest, the film is largely forgettable.

Movie Review: Scream 7

The review of "Scream 7" acknowledges its enjoyable elements and strong performances but highlights the need for the franchise to evolve beyond its legacy characters. Critics argue that revisiting Sydney Prescott's story risks becoming repetitive and lacks fresh perspectives. Overall, while the film is well-crafted, it signals a desire for radical changes within the series.

Movie Review: MATCH

Here we have a movie that, for many, might be under the radar a bit. Released on Tubi, I decided to watch it after reading about how gnarly it was.ย  I dunno what it is, but every once in a while you just want to stick your hand into the hole in the ground and see if you get bitten, I suppose. While I canโ€™t say Iโ€™d ever recommend GOODBYE, UNCLE TOM or A SERBIAN FILM, I can say that as films, they arenโ€™t as bad as some say, but they are definitely as gross as you think. The beauty of horror is that there is something for everyone, whether you want something subtle and sublime or something more akin to a sledgehammer to the head.