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Alone In The Dark: Anthropomorphic Tales Of The Things That Go Bump In The Night

✍️ Will A Sanborn
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🏛 Createspace Independent Publishing Platform 📅 2008 📖 408 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781440438653

📝 Description: Alone In The Dark: Anthropomorphic Tales Of The Things That Go Bump In The Night

Using the meta-genre of anthropomorphic animals, this anthology collects tales of dramatic horror, with stories that are both atmospheric and affecting. The anthropomorphism is also used in a wider sense as well, humanizing The Other, including stories with sympathetic monsters. This collection provides a wide selection of horror. There's dark fantasy and speculative fiction, stories inspired by both Rod Serling and H. P. Lovecraft. There are campfire tales and ghost stories, up through stronger tales at the darker end of the spectrum. There's psychological horror and some non-traditional tales which add their own spooky flavor, and some lighter stories and even a bit of comic relief to balance things out. Stories by: Simon Barber, Michael Bard, Austin Crowder, William Eakins, Kathleen Fenlon, Kevin Frane, Jason Gillespie, Chris Goodwin, Renee Carter Hall, Allen Kitchen, Watts Martin, Brian L. Miller, J. Scott Rogers, Will A. Sanborn, SeHT, Thomas Shaw, and Tim Susman.

💎 Our verdict on Alone In The Dark: Anthropomorphic Tales Of The Things That Go Bump In The Night

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This anthology effectively blends dramatic horror with anthropomorphic themes, creating a unique space where monsters are humanized and 'The Other' is explored sympathetically. It suits readers who enjoy atmospheric storytelling that bridges dark fantasy, psychological dread, and cosmic influences inspired by Lovecraft and Serling. However, it may not suit those seeking traditional gore or straightforward slasher plots, as the focus remains on affective and speculative elements. The inclusion of lighter stories provides necessary balance, preventing the collection from becoming overwhelmingly grim.
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This anthology effectively blends dramatic horror with anthropomorphic themes, creating a unique space where monsters are humanized and 'The Other' is explored sympathetically. It suits readers who enjoy atmospheric storytelling that bridges dark fantasy, psychological dread, and cosmic influences inspired by Lovecraft and Serling. However, it may not suit those seeking traditional gore or straightforward slasher plots, as the focus remains on affective and speculative elements. The inclusion of lighter stories provides necessary balance, preventing the collection from becoming overwhelmingly grim.

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