The Tenth Black Book of Horror

Name: The Tenth Black Book of Horror
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ISBN: 9781910030004

✍️ Charles Black

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A collection of fifteen distinct horror stories edited by Charles Black for Mortbury Press.

This anthology gathers works from writers such as Angela Blake, Tom Johnstone, and David Surface. Each author brings a unique perspective to the genre. The stories range from supernatural elements to psychological dread. Readers will find varied approaches to fear within these pages. The collection avoids a single theme but offers breadth in subject matter. It appeals to those who appreciate short fiction over long novels.

Key Themes

horror anthology supernatural fiction gothic tales

Literary Context

Published by Mortbury Press on October thirty-first two thousand thirteen, this volume continues the Black Book of Horror series. It joins previous editions in offering new horror fiction to American readers seeking seasonal or general frights.

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Recommended For Fans Of

Angela Blake · Paul Finch · Thana Niveau · David Surface

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Horror Fiction

🏛 Mortbury Press 📅 2013 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781910030004

📝 Description: The Tenth Black Book of Horror

Charles Black edited this tenth volume in the Mortbury Press Black Book of Horror series. The collection features fifteen new stories by various writers. Angela Blake contributes Stiff while Tom Johnstone offers The Easter Bunny. David Surface presents The Last Testament of Jacob Tyler and Carl P. Thompson writes The War Effort. David A. Sutton explores The Pre-Raphaelite Painting in his entry. Chris Lawton provides Christmas in the Rain and Gary Power writes Deeper Than Dark Water. Paul Finch contributes Marshwall while Ian Hunter offers Exploding Raphaelesque Heads. John Llewellyn Probert writes The Best Christmas Ever and Mike Chinn presents The Pygmalion Conjuration. David Williamson contributes The Boy and Andrea Janes writes The Last Wagon in the Train. Kate Farrell adds Dad Dancing to the mix while Thana Niveau concludes with Guinea Pig Girl. This anthology suits readers who enjoy diverse horror voices. It does not suit those seeking a single narrative arc. The book contains no illustrations or maps. Readers should expect distinct tones from each contributor rather than a unified style.

💎 Our verdict on The Tenth Black Book of Horror

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Horror Reads editorial team

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Charles Black’s tenth volume for Mortbury Press succeeds in its goal of presenting fifteen distinct horror stories by various writers. The anthology shines through its diversity, featuring contributions from Angela Blake, Tom Johnstone, David Surface, and others like Chris Lawton and Thana Niveau. Each entry offers a unique perspective, spanning supernatural dread to psychological tension. This approach appeals strongly to readers who value short fiction and diverse voices over a cohesive plot. However, those seeking a unified narrative or illustrated maps will find the book lacking in those specific areas. The collection is best suited for connoisseurs of dark fantasy and gothic horror who appreciate the craft of individual storytellers working within the genre’s broad traditions.

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📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who appreciate the variety and immediacy of short fiction will find this collection particularly rewarding. By avoiding a single narrative arc, the book offers breadth in subject matter, ranging from supernatural elements to psychological dread. It is ideal for those who enjoy distinct tones and diverse horror voices rather than unified styles. The anthology features contributions from writers such as Angela Blake, Tom Johnstone, and David Surface, each bringing unique perspectives to fear. This volume suits enthusiasts of dark fantasy and cosmic horror who prefer concise storytelling over long novels. It provides a rich tapestry of fear without the commitment of a novel, making it perfect for readers seeking varied approaches to the genre in a single binding.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Horror Reads editorial team

Charles Black’s tenth volume for Mortbury Press succeeds in its goal of presenting fifteen distinct horror stories by various writers. The anthology shines through its diversity, featuring contributions from Angela Blake, Tom Johnstone, David Surface, and others like Chris Lawton and Thana Niveau. Each entry offers a unique perspective, spanning supernatural dread to psychological tension. This approach appeals strongly to readers who value short fiction and diverse voices over a cohesive plot. However, those seeking a unified narrative or illustrated maps will find the book lacking in those specific areas. The collection is best suited for connoisseurs of dark fantasy and gothic horror who appreciate the craft of individual storytellers working within the genre’s broad traditions.