☣️ Apocalyptic

Thirteen Tales: Horror And Post-Apocalyptic Fiction, With A Soupcon Of Sci-Fi

✍️ James Noll
Reader Score
4.5
(1 review)
$25.00
In stock — ready to ship Ships in 1–2 business days
📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

Thirteen short stories blending horror and post-apocalyptic settings with science fiction elements.

This collection examines how traditional horror themes interact with speculative fiction concepts. Noll structures the work to provide varied tones across thirteen entries. The focus remains on atmospheric tension and dark futures rather than character development. The blend of genres creates a specific mood for enthusiasts of the post-apocalyptic subgenre. It avoids long commitments, offering sharp visions instead.

Key Themes
post-apocalyptic fiction horror themes speculative fiction
Literary Context

Published in 2017 by Pulp!, this paperback collection sits within the tradition of single-author anthologies. It appeals to readers who enjoy concise narratives exploring dark futures and terrifying encounters, combining horror with a soupcon of sci-fi for a distinct reading experience.

Difficulty
● Easy
Recommended For Fans Of
Stephen King · Richard Matheson · Clive Barker · George R.R. Martin
☣️
Apocalyptic
🏛 Pulp! 📅 2017 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9780692922040

📝 Description: Thirteen Tales: Horror And Post-Apocalyptic Fiction, With A Soupcon Of Sci-Fi

James Noll delivers a compact collection of thirteen short stories that blend horror with post-apocalyptic settings. The volume offers a mix of dread and speculative fiction elements, appealing to readers who prefer concise narratives over lengthy commitments. Each entry explores dark, uncertain futures intertwined with terrifying encounters, creating atmospheric tension through varied tones. The inclusion of science fiction touches provides a unique layer to the traditional horror genre. This approach creates a distinct mood for fans of post-apocalyptic settings who enjoy single-author anthologies. The work is organized as a focused collection, delivering sharp and unsettling visions without requiring long reading sessions. It suits those who appreciate dark speculative fiction that combines genre elements effectively. Readers seeking conventional ghost stories or pure science fiction may find the blend unusual. However, fans of atmospheric tension and varied tones will likely appreciate the distinct mood created by Noll’s approach. The book stands as a focused anthology for those who enjoy concise narratives exploring uncertain futures.

💎 Our verdict on Thirteen Tales: Horror And Post-Apocalyptic Fiction, With A Soupcon Of Sci-Fi

“
🩸
Horror Reads editorial team
Horror desk
James Noll’s collection excels at crafting atmospheric tension through a mix of horror and post-apocalyptic settings. The thirteen short stories provide sharp, unsettling visions that avoid lengthy character development in favor of immediate dread. This approach creates a distinct mood for fans of the genre who appreciate concise narratives. While readers seeking conventional ghost stories may find the blend unusual, enthusiasts of dark speculative fiction will likely value the effective combination of genre elements. The work stands as a focused anthology delivering varied tones and terrifying encounters within uncertain futures.
✓ EDITOR'S REVIEW

📖 Why choose it

📖

Why this book is worth reading

Readers who prefer concise narratives over lengthy commitments will find this volume particularly appealing. James Noll delivers sharp, unsettling visions that avoid long reading sessions while maintaining high atmospheric tension. The blend of traditional horror themes with science fiction elements creates a distinct mood for enthusiasts of the post-apocalyptic subgenre. Those interested in how speculative concepts interact with terror will appreciate the varied tones across the thirteen entries. It offers a compact experience suitable for those who enjoy dark futures and terrifying encounters without requiring significant time investment.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Horror Reads —

Reader rating

4.5
Based on 1 reviews
5
0
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
H
Horror Reads editorial team

James Noll’s collection excels at crafting atmospheric tension through a mix of horror and post-apocalyptic settings. The thirteen short stories provide sharp, unsettling visions that avoid lengthy character development in favor of immediate dread. This approach creates a distinct mood for fans of the genre who appreciate concise narratives. While readers seeking conventional ghost stories may find the blend unusual, enthusiasts of dark speculative fiction will likely value the effective combination of genre elements. The work stands as a focused anthology delivering varied tones and terrifying encounters within uncertain futures.

✍️ More books by this author James Noll

Raleigh's Prep: Book the First in the Topher Trilogy
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
James Noll
Raleigh's Prep: Book the First in the Topher Trilogy
$20.00
78
Read →
Mungwort
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
James Noll
Mungwort
$29.99
86
Read →
The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
James Noll
The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead
$29.99
81
Read →
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
James Noll
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake
$19.99
86
Read →

🏛 Books from this publisher Pulp!

The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
James Noll
The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead
$29.99
81
Read →
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
James Noll
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake
$19.99
86
Read →

You might also like

See more →
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
James Noll
The Rabbit, The Jaguar, & The Snake
$19.99
86
Read →
The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.5
1
James Noll
The Wounded, The Sick, and The Dead
$29.99
81
Read →
Driftdead ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Mike Johnson
Driftdead
$25.00
86
Read →
Zombies! Zombies! Zombies! ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Otto Penzler
Zombies! Zombies! Zombies!
$25.00
86
Read →
Hell Divers II: Ghosts ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Nicholas Sansbury Smith
Hell Divers II: Ghosts
$24.99
86
Read →
Hell Divers VIII: King of the Wastes ✨ New
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6
1
Nicholas Sansbury Smith
Hell Divers VIII: King of the Wastes
$24.99
86
Read →

Have a question about this item?

Ask about the edition, condition, delivery or anything else — we reply by email or phone, usually within a day.

Horror Terms

Terms in this book

Apocalyptic Fiction →
Home Genres
Cart
Wishlist