Atmospheric Reads That Will Chill You To The Bone
There has been unseasonably hot temperatures and extreme drought where I live, making this feel like the longest summer I've ever experienced. Riverbeds are dried up, leaves look more charred than the typical fall-ish mosaic of colors, my fall garden is mostly a fail — it's been rough. Thankfully, the weather's finally starting to turn, so what better way to cool off than with some moody, atmospheric, bone chilling reads! These recommendations all feel like the cold weather is a main character, and will make you shiver and scared in equal measure.
Heritage to Haunts
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month transitioning to spooky season with these six suspense-filled books by Latinx authors.
Horror Books To Read Based On These Iconic Horror Movies
It’s spooky season, so what better way to celebrate than to recommend horror books based on iconic horror movies! These recommendations are great if you’ve been wanting to read more horror this month and aren’t sure where to start, and they double as a movie watch list. Whether you’re into haunted houses or slashers, creature features or body horror, disturbing or something more campy, this list should have you ready for this spooky season and beyond!
Book Report: Let's Split Up
Welcome to the Book Report. This is the nitty gritty, spoiler free view on one of my latest reads to see if Let's Split Up by Bill Wood would be a good fit for your TBR!
Cozy Horror Season is Here
You know how a Mike Flanagan show scares the crap out of you but also swaddles you up in a warm blanket and makes sure to tell you that despite the horrors of the world, you'll be alright? That's the vibe we're going for. A list of cozy horror books to ease you into the autumn season.
The Suspense Has Killed Me… (repeatedly)
I will touch on why I love thrillers so much and lead into a few recommendations for people that love the genre or want to get into the genre. I will include a psych thriller, mystery thriller and a thriller with one of my favorite plot twists with brief, non spoiler thoughts on each one!
It's Not a Phase: Getting Into Gothic Novels
If you've been itching to get into a new horror sub-genre, Gothic Horror should be on your list! With complex heroes, existential themes, and supernatural elements (not to mention its current diverse resurgence) it'll keep you coming back for more.
5 Most Anticipated Summer Thrillers
Get ready for a summer of suspense with these five pulse-pounding thrillers that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
From Nurturer to Nightmare: Mothers & The Secrets They Keep
Dive into the chilling world of mothers in thriller and suspense books.
The Kids Are Not Alright: 10 Middle Grade Horror Books To Read As an Adult
These 10 middle grade horror books are a perfect opportunity to connect with your inner child–or demon.
April Fools’ Day: Suspense-Filled Pranks with a Twist
April 1 is upon us, and while most people are preparing to pull pranks involving fake spiders, whoopee cushions, or pretending to quit their jobs, we here at Readin’ Magazine are taking a slightly different approach to the day of mischief. So buckle up, because we’re diving into the world of suspense-filled pranks that’ll leave you questioning everything (and probably second-guessing your friends).
The Role of Black Trauma in Horror & Thriller Fiction
As the book space has evolved, Black authors are redefining the genre—some incorporating trauma to reflect history, while others share it with a fresh perspective, proving that Black horror doesn’t have to be defined by pain.
4 Independent Thriller Authors To Add To Your Bookshelf
Looking to expand your thriller reads outside of your same favorite authors? Here are four thriller authors by independent authors to check out!
Queer Slashers: He Wrote the Book on It
After the release of his book Queer Slashers in February of this year, Rylee interviews Dr. Peter Marra about the process of moving from academia to a published novel, as well as their expertise in the fields of horror and queerness.
The H in Horror Stands For Hope
Horror seems to be "booming" right now. Why? Why is it important--now more than ever-- to read horror? Let's explore horror as a safe space for both writers and readers in the face of sociopolitical anxiety.
13 Black Speculative Fiction Novels to Grow Your TBR List
Your go-to list for speculative fiction books written by Black authors!