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The Whisperers and Other Stories ed. by Mike Ashley
Full Title: The Whisperers and Other Stories: A Life in the Supernatural by Algernon Blackwood edited by Mike Ashley And the darkness puzzled him. He remembered the absence of accustomed windows, but it was only when the candle-light brought close the face of his watch, with two o’clock upon it, that he heard the sound of confused whispering in the corners of the room, and realised with a little twinge of fear that those who whispered had just been standing beside his very bed. The room was full.
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Flaw in the Crystal" ed. by Mike Ashley
Full Title: The Flaw in the Crystal and Other Uncanny Stories by May Sinclair edited by Mike Ashley “In the last death we shall be shut up in this room, behind that locked door, together. We shall lie here together, for ever and ever, joined so fast that even God can't put us asunder. We shall be one flesh and one spirit, one sin repeated for ever, and ever; spirit loathing flesh, flesh loathing spirit; you and I loathing each other.'
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Haunters at the Hearth" ed. by Tanya Kirk
Full Title: Haunters at the Hearth: Eerie Tales for Christmas Nights edited by Tanya Kirk He moved his head slowly, and looked me in the face, without speaking a word. I shall never forget that look while I live. I turned cold at heart under it. I turn cold at heart even now when I recall it. His eyes glowed with a fiery unnatural lustre. His face was livid as the face of a corpse. His bloodless lips were drawn back as if in the agony of death, and showed the gleaming teeth between.The Phantom Coach by Amelia B Edwards
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
Morality, Power and Politics in "Macbeth" by W. Shakespeare
There exists a theatrical production of such immense power that an ancient belief insists that its name should never be spoken within the confines of a theater. This play commences with the dark arts of witchcraft and concludes with a gruesome decapitation. It is a play that encompasses enigmatic puzzles, prophetic visions, and a multitude of savage killings. This particular play, penned by the renowned William Shakespeare, is commonly known as the "Scottish Play" or the "Tragedy of Macbeth." It was initially showcased at the esteemed Globe Theater in London in the year 1606. "Macbeth" stands as Shakespeare's briefest tragedy, yet it is brimming with intense action. Across five acts, the playwright narrates the tale of a Scottish nobleman who seizes the throne, unleashes a reign of terror, and ultimately meets a gory demise.
By Francesca Giulia Geronimi3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "The Mammoth Book of Folk Horror" ed. by Stephen Jones
...The true evil has nothing to do with social life or social laws, or if it has, only incidentally and accidentally. It is a lonely passion of the soul — or a passion of the lonely soul — whichever you like. If, by chance, we understand it, and grasp its full significance, then, indeed, it will fill us with horror and with awe. But this emotion is widely distinguished from the fear and the disgust with which we regard the ordinary criminal, since this latter is largely or entirely founded on the regard which we have for our own skins or purses. We hate a murder, because we know that we should hate to be murdered, or to have any one that we like murdered.The White People by Arthur Machen
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
Megan Thee Stallion: Unleashing Her Ferocity Through the Song "HISS"
Megan Thee Stallion: Unleashing Her Ferocity Through the Song "HISS" Introduction: In the realm of contemporary music, few artists have captivated audiences and sparked cultural conversations quite like Megan Thee Stallion. With her unapologetic demeanor, unparalleled confidence, and fierce lyrical prowess, Megan has carved out a unique place in the rap industry. One of her standout tracks, "HISS," showcases her unwavering determination to break boundaries and establish herself as a force to be reckoned with. In this article, we will delve into the artistry behind Megan Thee Stallion's song "HISS" and explore its significance in her growing discography.
By Nivard Anna3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "A Walk in a Darker Wood" ed. by Duane Pesice et al.
Do I have to explain myself? It's a folk horror anthology filled with stories that for some reason, I have never even heard of. Some of these stories are seriously good and, to top it all off, there are also poems that sound like chants and incantations in the midst of these narratives. Folk horror is my favourite sub-genre of all time and to find that there are litters and litters of anthologies featuring the most wickedly written stories all over the place, I can honestly say that I really hope I don't run out of things to read because you best be sure I will be reading them all. I am going to however, ignore the fact that there's some weird art within this book because apart from Damnable Tales, I don't think any other book can really hypnotise me with its artwork and I won't criticise it in comparison to something as god-tier as Damnable Tales. It just isn't fair.
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
The Unraveling of Villainy
The narrative begins with Twice experiencing a series of events that shake the foundations of his loyalty to the League of Villains. Perhaps it's a moment of reflection triggered by a confrontation with a former friend, a revelation about the consequences of his actions, or an unexpected act of kindness from an unlikely source. This section delves into the psychological and emotional impact of this catalyst on Twice, unraveling the internal conflict that prompts him to question the path he's been following.
By JRManglicmot3 years ago in Geeks
Poor Things Movie Review
Yorgos Lanthimos is one of the most unique and dynamic indie filmmakers in the industry; his style, use of black comedy and an often bonkers presentation are unlike anything else on the silver screen. Having established his presence with The Lobster and The Favourite, he now turns his attention to the adaptation scene with Poor Things. It’s another fascinating and impeccably produced project.
By Robert Cain3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Before and After" by Alison Wilson
At nineteen I was a romantic, immersed in books, poetry, dabbling on the edges of philosophy, dreaming of beauty, truth, goodness and above all, love - but only real love would do - eternal, unbreakable, prepared to suffer all the anguish without which love would not be love...
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
Book Review: "Close to Midnight" edited by Mark Morris
This anthology comes from a set of different anthologies which are each dedicated to the new age horror stories that come out of specific sets of time. This happens to be (I think) the third set of said stories and within the anthology there are twenty stories or so. I have to say that I was relatively excited to read them but I was also cautious as I knew a lot of new age horror stuff just plays with the gore shock factor and honestly, it annoys me and makes for sloppy writing. Close to Midnight has some good stories within though, making it better than average but, it takes some sticking out to find these good stories. You really do have to wade through other, less interesting narratives to get there.
By Annie Kapur3 years ago in Geeks
