Horror stories derive from the supernatural and the occult. Novels focusing on ghosts, poltergeists, witches, warlocks, vampires, werewolves, monsters, mummies, demonology and black magic are part of this genre. These novels focus on and play on our fear of the dark forces of nature that are beyond both our comprehension and control.
Print Resources
- Hooked on Horror: A Guide to Reading Interests in Horror Fiction - 2nd ed
- Reference Guide to Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror
Web Resources
- Bram Stoker Award
- Horror World - Site contains featured author link, horror author interviews, Matthew Warner’s Column; message boards, and reviews of the latest horror book releases.
- Horror Writers Association - HWA offers a monthly link to new horror releases, Dark Whispers (a free monthly e-mail publication for booksellers), Horror Preview Club (the first few chapters of a new horror novel every week in your email), and special links for booksellers, librarians, and readers.
- Necropsy: The Review of Horror Fiction - Highlights of the site include: The Morgue (Author, Reviewer, and Title Index), Scary Stuff, Eh? (Links to Horror on the Web), and The Grossing Area – original horror-related artwork/photographs.
