Parabnormal Magazine March 2023

Parabnormal Magazine March 2023, edited by H David Blalock, presents a curated collection of horror and supernatural fiction. This volume gathers tales centered on ghosts, spectres, witchcraft, and dark magic, offering readers a focused look into the afterlife and paranormal phenomena. The compilation is structured to provide varied perspectives on these classic themes through distinct narratives and poetic interludes. The issue features notable contributions such as Sonali Roy’s article The Immortal Soul in This Mortal World, which anchors the thematic exploration of spiritual existence. Fiction entries include Herika R. Raymer’s Coins For The Dead and Jeff Provine’s No Photographs, Please, alongside Lamont A. Turner’s Damnatio Memoriae. Readers will also encounter Jerri Moyes’ Oscillating Temperatures, Jenna Moquin’s There's Something in the Bathroom, and Regina Clarke Poet’s This Is the Forest Primeval. The collection extends to poetry with Matthew Wilson’s An Innocent Item, Philip Madden’s The Morgue, Scott J. Couturier’s They Say, Sharmon Gazaway’s crow confessions, and Christian Dickinson’s Golem. Additional content includes Willows Weep House. This book suits enthusiasts of gothic literature and supernatural tales who appreciate concise, thematic anthologies. It may not appeal to those seeking long-form novels or non-paranormal genres. The inclusion of specific articles like The Immortal Soul in This Mortal World provides a scholarly counterpoint to the fictional works, grounding the horror elements in conceptual discussion. The mix of prose and verse offers a diverse reading experience within the specified paranormal framework.