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Seraphim Song by Pandie Suicide – Book Announcement

I interviewed Suicide Girl, model, actress, and now published author Pandie Suicide about her short film Massacre for Gores Truly a few weeks ago. When she found out that I did book reviews for Zombie Apocalypse Defense Force, she wanted to hop on board and send me a copy of her debut novel Seraphim Song to review! She also was kind enough to send along a short story called Vampire Summer which is also available on Amazon. Double win! The book absolutely sounds like something I would have written as a teenager (obsession with mythology – check, obsession with music icons – check), so the idea that this is something Pandie wrote as a teen seems realistic. I can’t wait to check out both of these pieces. Book Description: An angel with a musical gift from the gods falls for a mortal woman. Left in limbo on earth, Will A. Is half angel and all rockstar. Doomed to walk alone

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Fox Emm
Nov 26, 2015
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When We Were Human by Kate L. Mary

When We Were Human by Kate L. Mary is one of those books that I keep meaning to buy, but just haven’t yet. Kate L. Mary is the author of the Broken World series, which I love, and beyond that When We Were Human just was a Silver Medalist for the 2015 Moonbeam Chilldren’s Book Award for YA Fantasy/Science Fiction. Now, to add to that, it’s on sale! The book is typically $3.99, but to celebrate her big award win she has opted to drop the price to $0.99 from now Nov 12-Nov 18th. I’m definitely going to pounce on this offer before it goes away. While the title isn’t technically horror, the premise still reads like something out of a horror movie, so it sounds like it’s definitely worth the investment. Book Description: Eighteen-year-old Eva has spent the last year punishing herself for her sister’s death and hiding from everyone she comes into contact with, human or otherwise. With

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Fox Emm
Nov 12, 2015
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Review: She Walks in Shadows

She Walks In Shadows edited by Silvia Moreno-Garcia & Paula R. Stiles is very different from many of the books I’ve reviewed for Zombie Apocalypse Defense Force, before. It’s an anthology put out by an independent press which aspires to tell the stories of female authors whose works relate to or take place in the universe established by H.P. Lovecraft. Any horror fan worth their salt is familiar with Lovecraft’s work, so seeing the premise was enough to get me interested. The kind folks at Innsmouth Free Press were kind enough to send a copy of the book my way to review, and I am eager to share my thoughts with all of you. Book Description They emerge from the shadows, to claim the night …. Women from around the world delve into Lovecraftian depths, penning and illustrating a variety of Weird horrors. The pale and secretive Lavinia wanders through the woods, Asenath is a precocious teenager with an attitude,

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Fox Emm
Oct 8, 2015
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Spectre Show by Shaun Avery & David Broughton

Spectre Show #1 is an interesting independent comic that I found out about when speaking with the comic’s writer, Shaun Avery about the horror anthology project I’m currently working on. The description of the comic provided on the Comicsy website, when combined with the cover, piqued my interest. Fortunately, he and artist/letterist/cover artist David Broughton sent me a digital copy to review and share with you, and I’m back with the results! Comic Description: SPECTRE SHOW #1. Remember where you were the day the gates to the afterlife collapsed? The day humanity discovered that the spirits of the dead could possess their bodies at will, and that those spirits were very, very angry? No? Well, we can’t say we blame you for blocking it out of your mind . . .all that murder, torment and carnage. Let writer Shaun Avery and artist David Broughton and a psychotic TV host called Ted E. Scare be your memory. But be warned –

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Fox Emm
Jul 18, 2015
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Chase Smith’s Horror Anthology ‘Creature Feature’

Five tales of terror, all taking place on a foggy Halloween night in Georgia, connect together to create this indie horror anthology titled ‘Creature Feature’. In the first segment a babysitter learns of the consequences of being irresponsible. In the next tale a group of collage kids stumbles on the “mother of all scarecrows”. Next, two teens steal from the wrong man, one rumored to howl at the moon. In the next segment we witness a man return from the grave to seek revenge against his wife and their evil children. Lastly, we meet Gentleman Jack of London. Writer/director Chase Smith, who also wrote and directed ‘Realm of Souls’, brings us this spooky anthology, which stars Libby Blanton (22 Jump Street), Tenille Houston (The Canyons),Chance Kelley (The Originals), Jason Vail (Tammy), John Emil D’Angelo ‘Love Thang’ and many more. The movie goes back to the time of comic-book inspired movies and pays homage to movies such as ‘Trick ‘r Treat’.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 22, 2015
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The Infected: Karen’s First Day by Joseph ‘Zombie’ Zuko

You may remember a while back that I reviewed The Infected: Jim’s First Day by Joseph ‘Zombie’ Zuko. The sequel to this book, The Infected: Karen’s First Day is available TODAY 6/13/15 through Amazon. Mr. Zuko was generous enough to send me a copy of the book prior to its release so I could share the details with all of you! Book Description: Raising kids is tough. Keeping them alive as the zombie apocalypse begins is tougher. But that’s exactly what stay-at-home mom Karen needs to do: fight fiercely to keep her young daughters safe as her husband Jim battles his way across the city, so they can escape the carnage together. On the worst day of her life, Karen finds that she will do anything to protect her family, and that the line between life and death has teeth. Originality & Entertainment: 5/5 & 5/5 Unless I’ve been reading books in the wrong circles, I’m fairly certain that I

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Fox Emm
Jun 13, 2015
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Love and Decay Vol 1, Season 1 by Rachel Higginson

Love and Decay Volume #1 (Episodes 1-6 of the first season) by Rachel Higginson is a book I have been meaning to read for a while. It was recommended to me months ago by a reader during Women in Horror month and I’m just now getting the chance to circle back around to it. As of this post, the book is available for free on Kindle. (I seem to plug kindle a lot, but it’s what I use and I love the fact that I can read books online or on my cell phone with the FREE Kindle Reading App. If you like another medium feel free to recommend it in the comments or to me on Twitter!) The good news with this series is that it is already several volumes in the making, which means that unless you have a huge reading appetite you won’t have to wait a long time for the next installment. …Not unless you get

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Fox Emm
May 29, 2015
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Movie Review: The Horror (2015)

‘The Horror’ was written by Sarah Carman and Raymond Creamer, with Jerry J. White III serving as director. The movie stars Schell M. Peterson (The Road To Hell), Lexi Moeller (Underneath), Callie Ott (An American in Venice), Raymond Creamer (Cats Dancing on Jupiter), Chris Oliver and Gary Crites. Ellie Cecala and Cory Coleman make their acting debuts in this Indie film. Brother and sister Malcolm and Isabell (Raymond Creamer and Callie Ott) have recently lost their parents to a car accident. Malcolm was there during the accident and had to watch his parents die, but he seems to be holding up better than Isabell. Malcolm hasn’t been the same since the wreck. As if things couldn’t get worse the two are attacked at the family’s cabin by masked men, but luckily neither are seriously hurt.Malcolm has formed an obsession with finding the mask that one of the attackers lost in the lake. Isabell is growing very concerned with her brother,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 26, 2015
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THEM Episode 1 of Season 1 by M.D. Massey

THEM Episode 1 of Season 1 by M.D. Massey is a self described “paranormal post-apocalyptic thrill ride”. As with Champagne Jackson Kicks Zombie Ass, THEM immediately had some large shoes to fill by virtue of its tagline and book description. Description: THEM: Season 1, Episode 1 Scratch Sullivan is a professional monster hunter eking out a living after the zombie apocalypse. Z hunter, some would say… but he hunts more than just zombies. You see, there are deadlier predators roaming the badlands, where the fallout and some very nasty inhabitants have made it impossible for all but the bravest and most foolhardy to venture. Thing is, Scratch is happy enough with the odd job killing THEM and occasionally shacking up with his on and off girlfriend, Kara. But when a powerful vampire tips him off to a potential invasion of werewolves and zombies into the safe zone he protects, he’s forced to head straight into the heart of the deadlands

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Fox Emm
May 21, 2015
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Jason Miller’s Indie Horror Thriller ‘Bloodhound’

Jason R. Miller, known for producing ‘Frozen’ and ‘Hatchet II’, is now filming his latest project, ‘Bloodhound’, which he both wrote and is directing. ‘Bloodhound’ is the neo-noir style follow up to his 2013 film ‘Unidentified’, which was his directorial debut. This indie horror-thriller stars ‘Hatchet II’ actor Miles Dougal (‘The Change-Up’, ‘Frozen’), David Foy (‘Hatchet II’, ‘Night Terrors’), Jess Allen (‘Broken Glass’), Miles Dougal, who stared in ‘Director’s Cut’ and ‘Detroit Rock City’ and ‘Lords of Salem’ actress Silvia Moore. ‘Bloodhound’ is being produced by Unidentified Productions. ‘Bloodhound’ follows the story of Abel Walker (Ackerman), a private investigator, and his his camera man Jim (Foy). The two men are trying to solve the mystery of a missing woman, when they are pulled into a twisted game that will end in murder. There is no release date listed for ‘Bloodhound’ at this time.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 15, 2015

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Seraphim Song by Pandie Suicide – Book Announcement

I interviewed Suicide Girl, model, actress, and now published author Pandie Suicide about her short film Massacre for Gores Truly a few weeks ago. When she found out that I did book reviews for Zombie Apocalypse Defense Force, she wanted to hop on board and send me a copy of her debut novel Seraphim Song to review! She also was kind enough to send along a short story called Vampire Summer which is also available on Amazon. Double win! The book absolutely sounds like something I would have written as a teenager (obsession with mythology – check, obsession with music icons – check), so the idea that this is something Pandie wrote as a teen seems realistic. I can’t wait to check out both of these pieces. Book Description: An angel with a musical gift from the gods falls for a mortal woman. Left in limbo on earth, Will A. Is half angel and all rockstar. Doomed to walk alone

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
Nov 26, 2015
Horror Fuel

When We Were Human by Kate L. Mary

When We Were Human by Kate L. Mary is one of those books that I keep meaning to buy, but just haven’t yet. Kate L. Mary is the author of the Broken World series, which I love, and beyond that When We Were Human just was a Silver Medalist for the 2015 Moonbeam Chilldren’s Book Award for YA Fantasy/Science Fiction. Now, to add to that, it’s on sale! The book is typically $3.99, but to celebrate her big award win she has opted to drop the price to $0.99 from now Nov 12-Nov 18th. I’m definitely going to pounce on this offer before it goes away. While the title isn’t technically horror, the premise still reads like something out of a horror movie, so it sounds like it’s definitely worth the investment. Book Description: Eighteen-year-old Eva has spent the last year punishing herself for her sister’s death and hiding from everyone she comes into contact with, human or otherwise. With

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
Nov 12, 2015
Horror Fuel

Review: She Walks in Shadows

She Walks In Shadows edited by Silvia Moreno-Garcia & Paula R. Stiles is very different from many of the books I’ve reviewed for Zombie Apocalypse Defense Force, before. It’s an anthology put out by an independent press which aspires to tell the stories of female authors whose works relate to or take place in the universe established by H.P. Lovecraft. Any horror fan worth their salt is familiar with Lovecraft’s work, so seeing the premise was enough to get me interested. The kind folks at Innsmouth Free Press were kind enough to send a copy of the book my way to review, and I am eager to share my thoughts with all of you. Book Description They emerge from the shadows, to claim the night …. Women from around the world delve into Lovecraftian depths, penning and illustrating a variety of Weird horrors. The pale and secretive Lavinia wanders through the woods, Asenath is a precocious teenager with an attitude,

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
Oct 8, 2015
Horror Fuel

Spectre Show by Shaun Avery & David Broughton

Spectre Show #1 is an interesting independent comic that I found out about when speaking with the comic’s writer, Shaun Avery about the horror anthology project I’m currently working on. The description of the comic provided on the Comicsy website, when combined with the cover, piqued my interest. Fortunately, he and artist/letterist/cover artist David Broughton sent me a digital copy to review and share with you, and I’m back with the results! Comic Description: SPECTRE SHOW #1. Remember where you were the day the gates to the afterlife collapsed? The day humanity discovered that the spirits of the dead could possess their bodies at will, and that those spirits were very, very angry? No? Well, we can’t say we blame you for blocking it out of your mind . . .all that murder, torment and carnage. Let writer Shaun Avery and artist David Broughton and a psychotic TV host called Ted E. Scare be your memory. But be warned –

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
Jul 18, 2015
Horror Fuel

Chase Smith’s Horror Anthology ‘Creature Feature’

Five tales of terror, all taking place on a foggy Halloween night in Georgia, connect together to create this indie horror anthology titled ‘Creature Feature’. In the first segment a babysitter learns of the consequences of being irresponsible. In the next tale a group of collage kids stumbles on the “mother of all scarecrows”. Next, two teens steal from the wrong man, one rumored to howl at the moon. In the next segment we witness a man return from the grave to seek revenge against his wife and their evil children. Lastly, we meet Gentleman Jack of London. Writer/director Chase Smith, who also wrote and directed ‘Realm of Souls’, brings us this spooky anthology, which stars Libby Blanton (22 Jump Street), Tenille Houston (The Canyons),Chance Kelley (The Originals), Jason Vail (Tammy), John Emil D’Angelo ‘Love Thang’ and many more. The movie goes back to the time of comic-book inspired movies and pays homage to movies such as ‘Trick ‘r Treat’.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 22, 2015
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The Infected: Karen’s First Day by Joseph ‘Zombie’ Zuko

You may remember a while back that I reviewed The Infected: Jim’s First Day by Joseph ‘Zombie’ Zuko. The sequel to this book, The Infected: Karen’s First Day is available TODAY 6/13/15 through Amazon. Mr. Zuko was generous enough to send me a copy of the book prior to its release so I could share the details with all of you! Book Description: Raising kids is tough. Keeping them alive as the zombie apocalypse begins is tougher. But that’s exactly what stay-at-home mom Karen needs to do: fight fiercely to keep her young daughters safe as her husband Jim battles his way across the city, so they can escape the carnage together. On the worst day of her life, Karen finds that she will do anything to protect her family, and that the line between life and death has teeth. Originality & Entertainment: 5/5 & 5/5 Unless I’ve been reading books in the wrong circles, I’m fairly certain that I

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
Jun 13, 2015
Horror Fuel

Love and Decay Vol 1, Season 1 by Rachel Higginson

Love and Decay Volume #1 (Episodes 1-6 of the first season) by Rachel Higginson is a book I have been meaning to read for a while. It was recommended to me months ago by a reader during Women in Horror month and I’m just now getting the chance to circle back around to it. As of this post, the book is available for free on Kindle. (I seem to plug kindle a lot, but it’s what I use and I love the fact that I can read books online or on my cell phone with the FREE Kindle Reading App. If you like another medium feel free to recommend it in the comments or to me on Twitter!) The good news with this series is that it is already several volumes in the making, which means that unless you have a huge reading appetite you won’t have to wait a long time for the next installment. …Not unless you get

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
May 29, 2015
Horror Fuel

Movie Review: The Horror (2015)

‘The Horror’ was written by Sarah Carman and Raymond Creamer, with Jerry J. White III serving as director. The movie stars Schell M. Peterson (The Road To Hell), Lexi Moeller (Underneath), Callie Ott (An American in Venice), Raymond Creamer (Cats Dancing on Jupiter), Chris Oliver and Gary Crites. Ellie Cecala and Cory Coleman make their acting debuts in this Indie film. Brother and sister Malcolm and Isabell (Raymond Creamer and Callie Ott) have recently lost their parents to a car accident. Malcolm was there during the accident and had to watch his parents die, but he seems to be holding up better than Isabell. Malcolm hasn’t been the same since the wreck. As if things couldn’t get worse the two are attacked at the family’s cabin by masked men, but luckily neither are seriously hurt.Malcolm has formed an obsession with finding the mask that one of the attackers lost in the lake. Isabell is growing very concerned with her brother,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 26, 2015
Horror Fuel

THEM Episode 1 of Season 1 by M.D. Massey

THEM Episode 1 of Season 1 by M.D. Massey is a self described “paranormal post-apocalyptic thrill ride”. As with Champagne Jackson Kicks Zombie Ass, THEM immediately had some large shoes to fill by virtue of its tagline and book description. Description: THEM: Season 1, Episode 1 Scratch Sullivan is a professional monster hunter eking out a living after the zombie apocalypse. Z hunter, some would say… but he hunts more than just zombies. You see, there are deadlier predators roaming the badlands, where the fallout and some very nasty inhabitants have made it impossible for all but the bravest and most foolhardy to venture. Thing is, Scratch is happy enough with the odd job killing THEM and occasionally shacking up with his on and off girlfriend, Kara. But when a powerful vampire tips him off to a potential invasion of werewolves and zombies into the safe zone he protects, he’s forced to head straight into the heart of the deadlands

Continue reading →
Fox Emm
May 21, 2015
Horror Fuel

Jason Miller’s Indie Horror Thriller ‘Bloodhound’

Jason R. Miller, known for producing ‘Frozen’ and ‘Hatchet II’, is now filming his latest project, ‘Bloodhound’, which he both wrote and is directing. ‘Bloodhound’ is the neo-noir style follow up to his 2013 film ‘Unidentified’, which was his directorial debut. This indie horror-thriller stars ‘Hatchet II’ actor Miles Dougal (‘The Change-Up’, ‘Frozen’), David Foy (‘Hatchet II’, ‘Night Terrors’), Jess Allen (‘Broken Glass’), Miles Dougal, who stared in ‘Director’s Cut’ and ‘Detroit Rock City’ and ‘Lords of Salem’ actress Silvia Moore. ‘Bloodhound’ is being produced by Unidentified Productions. ‘Bloodhound’ follows the story of Abel Walker (Ackerman), a private investigator, and his his camera man Jim (Foy). The two men are trying to solve the mystery of a missing woman, when they are pulled into a twisted game that will end in murder. There is no release date listed for ‘Bloodhound’ at this time.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 15, 2015
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