Paul Kane se věnuje profesionálnímu psaní téměř patnáct let. Jeho žánrová žurnalistika se objevila v časopisech jako Fangoria, SFX a Rue Morgue a jeho non-fiction knihy jsou oceňovanými tituly The Hellraiser Films and Their Legacy a Voices in the Dark. Jeho oceněná povídková tvorba se objevila v časopisech a antologiích na obou stranách Atlantiku a byla také vysílána na BBC Radio 2. Jeho novela Signs of Life se dostala do užšího výběru British Fantasy Awards 2006 a jeho zombie povídka 'Dead Time' byla v roce 2008 adaptována do epizody televizní série Fear Itself. Kane je také autorem románů Of Darkness and Light, The Gemini Factor a bestsellerové trilogie Arrowhead, která je postapokalyptickým přepracováním mytologie Robina Hooda.
This latest collection of horror from Britain's Paul Kane has been eagerly anticipated by his fans, and coincides with the release of his novel "The Afterblight Arrowhead" in Oct/Nov 2008. Mr Kane's work has been praised by everyone from Peter Straub to Clive Barker to Gary Braunbeck, and this anthology of some of his most chilling tales to date is certain to please the fan of horror ranging from psychological to supernatural and back again.
In every room, there is a story. In this hotel, the stories run to the wicked and macabre. Well crafted psychological and supernatural horror offerings await you, each written by a master storyteller. Whether you are looking to be shocked, disturbed or out-right frightened, Voices will have something to titillate your nerves and make your hair stand on end. Leave the lights on and brew a strong cup of tea, the voices in this room plan on keeping you up all night.
This collection showcases a variety of unique and eerie stories from top authors in horror and speculative fiction. Each micro-collection presents a distinct theme, offering readers a glimpse into the bizarre and unsettling realms of imagination. With a focus on the strange and unusual, these tales promise to captivate and intrigue, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
Inspired by Clive Barker's acclaimed novella, this anthology delves into the chilling universe of "The Hellbound Heart." Featuring original stories that expand on its themes of horror and the supernatural, the collection offers a fresh exploration of the iconic elements that defined the "Hellraiser" franchise. Each tale invites readers deeper into a world of terror, showcasing the creativity of various authors while paying homage to Barker's dark vision.
Exploring themes of memory and apprehension, this poetry collection delves into the everyday while striving for inspiration and eloquence. It features a variety of forms and subjects, including meditative lyrics, lively encounters, poignant narratives, satirical verses, and visionary pieces. With historical imagination, the poems transport readers from Coptic Egypt to Renaissance Italy and colonial America. Each work captures critical moments of understanding, highlighting the contrasts of solitude and love, grief and joy, and incapacity and insight.
In a post-apocalyptic world where despair reigns, the narrative explores the struggle for survival amidst overwhelming odds. Characters grapple with loss and the remnants of their former lives, seeking purpose and connection in a desolate landscape. Themes of resilience and the human spirit emerge as they confront their darkest fears and strive to reclaim hope. The story delves into the complexities of human emotions in the face of extinction, ultimately questioning what it means to live when everything familiar has vanished.
A gripping collection providing a chronological overview of the body horror sub-genre, featuring contributions from notable writers like Stephen King and Neil Gaiman. It also explores the stories behind iconic body horror films such as John Carpenter's The Thing and David Cronenberg's The Fly.
