Eerie Books Updates
September 8th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 2 Comments »Lots of Eerie Books news to update the blog with:
Eerie Books New Store Hours
Eerie Books is now open Tuesday through Saturday from 2pm to 6pm. We just weren’t seeing enough business in the mornings and late in the evenings to warrant staying open later than that. Now, with that being said, if you can’t make it to the store during those hours, I’ll come in and meet you at almost any time you like. So really the new Eerie Books store hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 2pm to 6pm or by appointment.
Horror Book Club
The book…
David Wellington Interview
July 1st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 2 Comments »If you’re a fan of zombies or vampires, then there’s a very good chance that you’ve heard of David Wellington. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania–home of the Romero zombies–Wellington made a splash in the world of horror by posting a serialized version of his unpublished novel, Monster Island, online. Two more zombie novels would follow before he switched to the world of the nosferatu, introducing vampire hunter Laura Caxton in the pages of Thirteen Bullets. He’s since received a book deal from Three Rivers Press, and his latest Caxton work, 23 Hours, is set to hit shelves on June 23rd, 2009.…
50 Must-See French Horror Movies
June 2nd, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 13 Comments »50 Must-See French Horror Movies
The French invented the horror movie back in 1896. Since that time, French horror movies have covered all the territory that American horror has: from making film versions of classic literature and experimental arthouse horror to erotic horror films and the cutting edge of shock horror movies. For those who really love horror movies and want to try out a full sampling of the horrors France has to offer the world, here are (in no particular order) 50 Must-See French Horror Movies.
French Supernatural Horror Movies
The following French horror movies incorporate some element of…
Fred Van Lente Interview
June 1st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | No Comments »Fred Van Lente Interview
With an appearance on the New York Times bestseller list, there’s little doubt that Fred Van Lente is a breakout talent in the comic book industry. His work on titles such as Incredible Hercules and MODOK’s 11 have garnered him numerous awards and critical acclaim, and he’s also the creative talent behind the undead adventures of Marvel Zombies 3 & 4. In fact, Mr. Van Lente’s career as a writer has been filled with multiple forays into the world of horror. Recently, he was kind enough to speak with Eerie Books about his career, creative…
42 Frankenstein Movies to See Before You Die
May 31st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 7 Comments »The only horror movie mainstay more popular than Frankenstein and his monster is Dracula. We’ve already posted 55 Dracula Movies You Should See Before You Die, which features 55 of the 161+ Dracula movies available. Now we’re back with a list of Frankenstein movies you should see before you die. Where possible, we’ve linked to cool blog posts about each of the movies.
Universal Frankenstein Movies
The first series of Frankenstein movies (and the most recognizable) were the Universal movies, beginning with 1931′s Frankenstein.
Frankenstein (1931) – Boris Karloff made the role famous in the original horror classic. Bride of…
The Groovy Age of Horror – Curt Purcell Interview
May 21st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | No Comments »Curt Purcell owns and operates one of the coolest horror-related blogs on the Internet, The Groovy Age of Horror, which is devoted to (among many other things) horror books from the 1960s and 1970s. He was kind enough to answer a few questions for us.
1. Can you give our readers a rough estimate of how many paperbacks you own?
About 500 of the vintage collectible variety I’ve tended to cover on Groovy Age. Beyond that, I’m afraid I couldn’t even hazard a rough estimate.
2. What’s the first paperback book you remember owning?
When I was…
Korean Horror Movies – K-Horror
May 19th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 1 Comment »Korean Horror Movies
In recent year, Korean horror films have become all the rage among knowledgeable movie buffs. With their bizarre–and often gory–plotlines, Korean horror movies have mirrored the success of their counterparts in Japan. In fact, modern Japanese horror is referred to a J-Horror, while Korea offers wicked cinematic morsels known as K-Horror.
This article looks at the lean years of Korean cinema and tracse its steps all the way to the modern horror explosion. I’ll discuss some of the scariest Korean horror films, as well as some of the best-known Korean horror directors. By the time you’re done…
Japanese Horror Movies – J-Horror Movies – Best Japanese Horror
May 5th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 1 Comment »Japanese Horror Movies
Scary movies have undergone a revitalization in recent years, and much of this can be attributed to the success of Japanese horror movies, also known J-Horror movies. Japanese horror films usually have a distinctive narrative and visual style, often with strong violence and sexuality. Many of the best Japanese horror films also draw from the folklore and cultural mythology of their native land.
This post looks at the beginnings of Japanese horror, the era of exploitative cinema, and the modern J-Horror craze. Important Japanese horror directors will be examined, as well as the phenomenon of the yurei…
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
May 4th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | No Comments »Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
Do you like Jane Austen novels?
Do you like zombie novels?
Do you like both?
Whether you like one, the other, or both, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is sure to please. We just got a few copies of the book in at the store today, so if you want a copy, get in touch with us right away to get your copy. They’re going to go fast. (Click on the link in the top menu that says “Horror Books” for our address and phone number.)
And for those of you who are wondering what…
Gothic Horror Fiction
May 3rd, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 5 Comments »Gothic horror fiction is a literary genre that has lasted hundreds of years — examples of gothic fiction are still being released today, and are quite popular. The word “gothic” gets tossed about quite a bit. These days, you will usually hear the term “goth” applied to a certain type of young person who favors black clothing, exotic makeup, and gloomy music. The word “Gothic” implies much more than the fact that you purchase your clothes at the local Hot Topic store — it has a rich tradition and an interesting beginning.
The term “Gothic” was invented by writers of…