Different Kinds of Dead and Other Tales
Different Kinds of Dead and Other Tales

Author: Ed Gorman

Publisher: Speaking Volumes

Published:

Total Pages: 335

ISBN-13: 1628157631

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"One of the most original thriller writers around." —Kirkus Reviews DIFFERENT KINDS OF DEAD AND OTHER TALES A mysterious and beautiful girl who teaches arrogant young men about true love A lonely traveling salesman who learns that his passenger is death Children who can absorb the psychic pain of their parents A desperately pursued serial killer who hides his face under gauze in a hospital room A woman who loves the alien infant nobody else wants These stories and ten others make up the new Ed Gorman collection Different Kinds of Dead and Other Tales, stories that have earned him such accolades as "One of the most original writers in crime fiction today" (Kirkus) and "One of the world's great storytellers" (Million, UK). Here you'll find the extraordinary range of storytelling skill and powerful emotions that won Gorman the prized International Fiction award and caused Mystery News to say of his previous collection: "A powerful, disturbing, often poetic collection filled with writing that is a model of clarity and right narrative control."

The Loved Dead
The Loved Dead

Author: C. M. Eddy

Publisher:

Published: 2008-02-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780970169921

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This volume collects thirteen tales of classic horror, mystery, supernatural and fantasy. They are not quaint stories of antiquary; rather they are potent, heart-clutching tales that resonate with universal themes and contemporary immediacy. Providence, RI author C. M. Eddy, Jr. possessed a breathtaking range and depth in his writings, and each of these stories in this collection is a wonderful, shuddersome surprise.

They Died Crawling, and Other Tales of Cleveland Woe
They Died Crawling, and Other Tales of Cleveland Woe

Author: John Stark Bellamy, II

Publisher: Gray & Company, Publishers

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 1886228035

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The foulest crimes and worst in Cleveland history are recounted in these 15 incredible-but-true tales. Each no-holds-barred account into one of this city's most notorious moments, from the 1916 waterworks collapse to the Cleveland Clinic fire to the sensational Sam Sheppard murder trial. These gripping narratives deliver high drama and dark comedy, heroes and villains, obsession, courage, treachery, deceit, fear, and guilt -- all from the streets of Cleveland.

The Dead Lake and Other Tales
The Dead Lake and Other Tales

Author: Paul Heyse

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-01-01

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 9361150898

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"The Dead Lake and Other Tales" by Paul Heyse is a group of brief memories that showcases the literary mastery of the German author, Paul Heyse. Published within the 19th century, Heyse's collection weaves collectively a tapestry of tales that span extraordinary genres and themes, providing readers a glimpse into the diverse facets of human revel in. The titular tale, "The Dead Lake," serves as a centerpiece, drawing readers into a mysterious and atmospheric narrative that sets the tone for the complete collection. Heyse's storytelling prowess is clear in his potential to evoke a number feeling, from suspense and depression to moments of unexpected humor. Throughout the gathering, Heyse explores established subject matters inclusive of love, morality, and the human situation, often delving into the complexities of interpersonal relationships. His keen observations and nuanced characterizations breathe existence into every tale, developing a rich and immersive studying experience. As a recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1910, Heyse's contributions to German literature are considerable, and "The Dead Lake and Other Tales" stands as a testomony to his potential to craft engaging narratives that resonate with readers, transcending the boundaries of time and cultural context.

Winter Children and Other Chilling Tales
Winter Children and Other Chilling Tales

Author: Angela Slatter

Publisher: Brain Jar Press

Published: 2020-10-26

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13:

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Traversing the borderlands between terror and lush, fantastic beauty, Winter Children and Other Chilling Tales, Angela Slatter’s eighth collection of short fiction, gathers twelve tales of horror, the uncanny, and dark lament. Here, you will find Lovecraftian terrors, Aussie vampires, fell magic, ancient wisdom, wayward children, and twisted moments of desire gone horribly wrong. From the otherworldly threats of “The Song of Sighs” and “Only the Dead and Moonstruck”, to the sand-blasted Australian outback of “Sun Falls”, to the shadowy secrets of the past in the “The Red Forest”, these tales are dark gems that will haunt you long after your first reading. Originally collected in a limited edition, this publication brings the first-rate chills and nightmarish turns of Slatter’s imagination to a broader readership for the first time. Shortlisted for the Aurealis Award upon its original release, now’s your chance to find out why Stephen Jones has dubbed Angela Slatter ‘a powerful and eloquent voice in horror fiction.’

Court of the Dead: Grave Tales
Court of the Dead: Grave Tales

Author: Tom Gilliland

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-10-24

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13: 1683831764

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In this dark fantasy comic omnibus, Death and the Court of the Dead prepare for battle against the warring celestial realms of Heaven and Hell. Heaven and Hell are at war! Fueled by human souls, this never-ending battle threatens to embroil all of existence in its pointless destruction. Death—arbiter of mortal souls and leader of the Underworld—is the unlikely hero who endeavors to restore balance to all the realms. Death and his Court of the Dead plan to rise up and defeat the celestial overlords. Get to know this grim, noble and improbably cast of heroes in the Court of the Dead: Grave Tales comics omnibus. Follow Malavestros, the impassioned, unhinged (and often fourth-wall-breaking) Jester of Death’s Court, on a guided tour through the Land of the Dead. Learn the origins of the unlikely band of heroes who must ultimately overcome their dark and destructive natures to fight the myopic armies of Heaven and Hell. Bear witness as Queen Gethsemoni struggles with her royal burdens. Watch as Kier, the Valkyrie of the Dead, hunts for angels...only to find a much more savage adversary. These and the other gripping epics enclosed within the Grave Tales Omnibus will prepare you for your journey into the afterlife. GraveTales’ 144 pages contain nine original stories, as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes content. This softbound collection of comics is an immersive introduction to the rich dark fantasy universe of the Court of the Dead.

Tales of the Troubled Dead
Tales of the Troubled Dead

Author: Catherine Belsey

Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Published: 2019-09-01

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1474417388

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Considers the ways ghost stories appeal to our uneasy relationship with conventional good senseWhat do they want, the ghosts that, even in the age of science, still haunt our storytelling? Catherine Belsey's answer to the question traces Gothic writing and tales of the uncanny from the ancient past to the present - from Homer and the Icelandic sagas to Lincoln in the Bardo. Taking Shakespeare's Ghost in Hamlet as a turning point in the history of the genre, she uncovers the old stories the play relies on, as well as its influence on later writing. This ghostly trail is vividly charted through accredited records of apparitions and fiction by such writers as Ann Radcliffe, Washington Irving, Emily Bront Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, M. R. James and Susan Hill. In recent blockbusting movies, too, ghost stories bring us fragments of news from the unknown. Traces examples of ghost stories from Homer to the present dayDescribes the aspects of storytelling designed to involve readersIncludes stories of attested apparitions, as well as fiction by a wide range of both canonical and popular authors

100 Most Popular Contemporary Mystery Authors
100 Most Popular Contemporary Mystery Authors

Author: Bernard A. Drew

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2011-05-18

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 1598844466

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Provide your mystery fans with background information on their favorite writers and series characters, and use this as a guide for adding contemporary titles to your collections. This book examines 100 of today's top mystery novels and mystery authors hailing from countries such as the United States, Great Britain, France, Italy, South Africa, and Australia. Equally valuable to students writing research papers, readers craving new authors or more information about their favorite authors, and teachers seeking specific types of fiction to support curricula, 100 Most Popular Contemporary Mystery Authors: Biographical Sketches and Bibliographies provides revealing information about today's best mysteries and authors—without any "spoilers." Each of the accomplished writers included in this guide has established a broad audience and is recognized for work that is imaginative and innovative. The rising stars of 21st century mystery will also be included, as will authors who have won the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master Award.

The Devil Delivered and Other Tales
The Devil Delivered and Other Tales

Author: Steven Erikson

Publisher: Tor Books

Published: 2012-06-19

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1466803894

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Steven Erikson has carved a name for himself among the pantheon of great fantasy writers. But his masterful storytelling and prose style go beyond the awe-inspiring Malazan world. In The Devil Delivered and Other Tales, Erikson tells three different, but captivating stories: "The Devil Delivered" tells a story set within the near future, where the land owned by the great Lakota Nation blisters beneath an ozone hole the size of the Great Plains. As the natural world falls victim to its wrath, and scientists scramble to understand it, a lone anthropologist wanders the deadlands, recording observations that threaten to bring the entire world to its knees. "Revolvo" takes place in an alternate Earth where evolution took an interesting turn and the arts scene is ruled by technocrats who thrive in a secret, nepotistic society of granting agencies, bursaries, and peer-review boards, all designed to permit self-proclaimed artists to survive without an audience. "Fishin' with Grandma Matchie" is told in the voice a nine-year-old boy, writing the story of his summer vacation. What starts as a typical recount of a trip to see Grandma quickly becomes a stunning fantastical journey into imagination and perception in the wild world that Grandma Matchie inhabits. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.