Welcome to Latham's Last Words, where I give you my last words on books I've enjoyed. Today I have two reviews for you. Out Of The Drowning Deep by A. C. Wise and Monkey Bones by Rob Smales. Out of the Drowning Deep by A.C. Wise What do an angel, an outdated automaton and a recovering drug addict have in common? They're all trying to solve the mystery of the Pope's murder. But the mystery is just the mechanism to being these three together. A sci-fi religious cosmic horror

Porcelain Lullaby by Blaine Daigle I went into this story almost blind, the only clue being the creepy doll on the cover. Who doesn’t love a creepy doll story? This turned out to be so much more than just a story with creepy dolls in it, although they are there, and are fully creepy. But this is also a story about family, about the tragedies that can tear us apart, about the grief and regret and anger that can keep us rooted in our past, forever haunted by it. This is a story

THE RESURRECTION GIRL BY NATHAN LUDWIG Anastasia Fell has the power to resurrect the dead. The government exploits this ability in order to “defib” murderers at the scene of a crime. Innocent victims are left to rot while the feds look good with their conviction numbers. Naturally, this has taken a severe mental toll on Fell and she is desperate to break free and make a real difference. She gets more than she bargained for when her longtime obsessions in the Butcher Brothers,

Wilson by Jack Finn Carnival horror has been one of my favorite tropes since I was a teen. There’s just something inherently creepy about a carnival or traveling circus. The mere concept of a collection of strangers, many picked up along the way, pitching a tent on the edges of town with the aim of peddling their wares, or showcasing their talents, feels absurd, especially nowadays. Just try pitching that idea to someone now and not have them look at you like you grew a seco

Friends and foes, I’m back! It feels good to put some new and amazing recommendations on your already overwhelming TBR. But alas, it’s my curse. There are so many goodies this week that I’m just going to jump on it… TERRAFIDE By : Ryan Hyatt Release : 3/24/26 Page count : 293 KU : No       Hoopla : TBD Synopsis : Eight stories from revenge and car salesmen to the need for a better time and zombies. First line : “Jose is the first they let go, although we can’t agree what that

NOW A BRAM STOKER NOMINEE! Find out why today! MOLTING by Kathryn Tennison Michelle Callaway falls in love at first sight with the dilapidated A-frame house in the New Hampshire woods. Wanting a fresh start, she pours herself into making this house her perfect home. But someone – or something – already nests in that house. Can Michelle force it to leave before she loses her sanctuary, her sanity, and her sense of self? Praise for Molting! “A searing horror debut overflowing w

Happy Saturday! We’re starting April off strong with the reviews I have today! Two are new-to-me authors, and one is from a very familiar author. The one thing they all have in common is that they’re phenomenal writers, and I cannot recommend their books enough! Enjoy! PUMPKIN SEEDS by Tyler Downs “Burnt goddess of night, Naked in your bed of bones, I welcome you to swim again, In a sea of skulls and tongues, Upon your throne of spines, Amid your maze of madness, Let us gaze

Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig Brownlie That sounds a little anxious, though definitely in the proper order. RE/Search 8/9: J.G. Ballard V. Vale (Editor), Andrea Juno (Editor) The Hematophages: Splatterings Stephen Kozeniewski Dark Entries Ian Rankin, Werther Dell'Edera Madness and Greatness Can Share the Same Face Amanda Headlee There are two parts to these reviews for the first quarter of 2026. The first half is already floating about on Uncomfortably Dark. As a

Welcome to Latham's Last Words, where I give you my last words on books I've enjoyed. Matthew Cash is one of my favorite authors. He writes in so many subgenres of horror. This Autonomous God Now this is religious horror. I dare say some would consider this book blasphemy. But that's ok. Horror is meant to make the reader uncomfortable. The story will make you think and some parts will make you squirm with it's grotesqueness. It's not overly extreme, but there are some parts

Don't miss one of the best reads of the year from Amanda Headlee! Take a journey back in time, travel the Wild West with Bea and hear her story of feminine rage, empowerment, and freedom. THIS IS HOW A VILLAIN IS MADE by Amanda Headlee Fleeing her father's cruelty, Beatrix Beaumont arrives in Yellow Creek City with little more than a name and a will to survive. When she lands work as a caretaker in the home of a respected town leader, it seems like a stroke of luck. But the h

Strange Little Ghouls by Wendy Dalrymple From Florida Gothic horror author Wendy Dalrymple comes a collection of 13 terrifying tales centering the female experience. From doting mothers to twisted girl scouts, unsuspecting lovers and vengeful young women, Strange Little Ghouls explores the darkest parts of our hearts and minds. I listened to the Audible version of Strange Little Ghouls and I’m very glad that I did. It was exceptional, both in narration and in content. The s

Did you miss this fall release from Patrick Tumblety? Be sure to grab a signed copy from Uncomfortably Dark Today or grab the ebook online! Links below! ONE FRIGHT ONLY by Patrick Tumblety Terrors too terrifying to let loose for long, the Badger Farms Halloween Attraction returns for one night only! Bring your family, tell your friends, and get ready for the scariest celebration of the year! Too full of candy to make it to the farm? Buy a virtual ticket to watch the terrors

WE PAINT OUR FACES WITH THE ASHES OF OUR DEAD The New Collection from Nikolas P. Robinson! Featuring an introduction from Lucas Mangum! When an author puts a short story collection together, they are sifting through the ashes in the hope of finding something valuable and breathing new life into things that were dead. Each story takes on new context when brought together, than it had in its original life. The author paints their face with the ashes of the dead, crafting a new

Happy Saturday! This week, I bring you four books that hit so hard it took everything in my power not to use the F word at least ten times per review. I somehow managed not to use it at all, I think. Anyway, I cannot praise these books enough. Absolutely amazing. And as usual, a little something for everyone. Enjoy! AT THE HOUR OF VIOLENCE by Robert Essig " It was as if there was hopelessness trapped behind the façade, trying desperately to get through." Wow! This book was in

Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig Brownlie That sounds a little desperate, but life is often a wee bit frantic. From This Day Forward by John Brunner The Doctor… is in: Three Twisted Tales Inspired by the Legendary Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Kevin Candela, Kent Hill, John Bruni Getting to Know the General: The Story of an Involvement by Graham Greene Hellboy Omnibus Volume 3: The Wild Hunt (Hellboy Omnibus: The Wild Hunt) by Mike Mignola, Duncan Fegredo et al. There are

March is Women in Horror month, and we will be recognizing all females from all walks of life within the horror industry. This month's efforts were combined with the talents of Eliza Broadbent who contacted everyone on our list, created graphics and went above and beyond to make sure this project went as smoothly as possible. These posts will be shared all across our combined social media all month long so be sure to check them out and add these phenomenal talents to your Mus

March is Women in Horror month, and we will be recognizing all females from all walks of life within the horror industry. This month's efforts were combined with the talents of Eliza Broadbent who contacted everyone on our list, created graphics and went above and beyond to make sure this project went as smoothly as possible. These posts will be shared all across our combined social media all month long so be sure to check them out and add these phenomenal talents to your Mus

Welcome to Latham's Last Words, where I give you my last words on books I've enjoyed. My last post for Women In Horror Month includes three amazing authors, Tanisha Stewart, L. Marie Wood and Izzy Von. The Deadbeat by Tanisha Stewart What a wild ride! Very enjoyable read with great characters and a fast paced plot. Emotionally charged, you can feel Belle and Jessie's grief over the loss of their mother and their anger at their father. A case of revenge gone wrong, toxic fami

Today's breakdown is for the audiobook of "Dark Disasters" by Uncomfortably Dark Horror: Brennan Lafaro brought forth a tale about a secret society whose past comes to settle some unfinished business. I had never heard of this author, but he set the tone perfectly and made me excited for what would come next. Judith Sonnet swept me away with devastation as hungry mudslides work to eat their victims. The part about the father being helpless while his kids clung to him for hope

March is Women in Horror month, and we will be recognizing all females from all walks of life within the horror industry. This month's efforts were combined with the talents of Eliza Broadbent who contacted everyone on our list, created graphics and went above and beyond to make sure this project went as smoothly as possible. These posts will be shared all across our combined social media all month long so be sure to check them out and add these phenomenal talents to your Mus