New Author Signings! New Releases! New monthly indie blog design! As you can, lots going on over here as the Review Team gets back in the swing of things. We have some really great new releases coming up, a couple that will be available for AuthorCon 6. We have a couple of authors that are joining us for the 2026 - 2027 publishing cycle that we are really excited to have! And, as we move forward with the publishing house and our reach into the wider world, Uncomfortably Dark

Let's get to some January updates, latest releases, note-worthy news, and more! The review team is back in action! Don't forget to submit your review requests directly on our website on the Author Services page. They are read in order received, but please allow 4-6 weeks to see a review post. Keep in mind that we only post those reviews that we can award 3 stars or more to, in keeping with our motto to bring you " the best in horror, one uncomfortably dark page at a time" .

It’s Been A Year, Part 2 Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig Brownlie Running to catch up because it’s been a minute since I’ve done any reviews since 2025 has been a worse year than even 2024, which is saying something on a personal level. But I have kept reading and writing! Wonder of wonders! Pimp My Airship by Maurice Broaddus Loyalty of Severus by Len Berry Science fiction is the literature of ideas. And that there is the paralyzing phrase. I could jab a fountain

Uncomfortably Dark is thrilled to announce one of our first releases in 2026 will be from award-winning author Nikolas P. Robinson! Coming to you with a new collection of horror, some you may have seen, and others you may not have, but you've never seen them like this before. Gathered in a single volume with author notes, WE PAINT OUR FACES WITH THE ASHES OF OUR DEAD is an incredible collection from an exceptional talent. WE PAINT OUR FACES WITH THE ASHES OF OUR DEAD By Nikol

One last Horror Happenings before we close out the year next week! See below for some recent releases from us and from within the industry, the final last call for SELF (S)Cares, and our Winter Schedule! IMPORTANT REMINDERS: SPLATTERPUNK AWARDS: Get your Splatterpunk Award nominations in by Dec. 30! (EMAIL: splatterpunkawards@gmail.com ) 2026 Splatterpunk Awards – KillerCon LITERARY NASTIES Make sure to nominate your favorite bizarre- unhinged- most wtf read ever- for the Li

Happy Release Day to Kathryn Tennison! Her Debut Novel, MOLTING, is available now! Kathryn has entered the indie world with a bang, bringing her A-game with this stunning literary fiction grief horror novel. With rich characters, a haunting atmosphere, and the slow unraveling of a woman facing early onset dementia, MOLTING carries you through a transformation that will chill you to your core, while tugging on heartstrings you never knew you had. SYNOPSIS: Michelle Callaway f

It's release day for BADLANDS by Jason Nickey! Super excited for this one to be out in the world for everyone! Available in eBook and Paperback! EARLY PRAISE FOR BADLANDS “A beautifully bleak journey, told by a writer who’s not afraid to open old wounds. BADLANDS will stay with you in the dark.” —Kristopher Rufty, author of PILLOWFACE and VICTIMS   “BADLANDS unfolds in slow, haunting layers as an intimate portrait of guilt and shattered dreams. As an unexpected journey into

LAST CHANCE TO SNAG SOME OF THE DEALS LISTED BELOW! Many of the deals listed below are 40% off or more, are curated for authors, and are well worth the price! PUBLISHER ROCKET FROM KINDLEPRENEUR This tool is a must have for any publisher or self-published author as it breaks down the keyword process and much more for Amazon sales. You can get it this weekend only for $169 for LIFETIME ACCESS, plus get a free course on Mastering Keywords and Categories! Publisher Rocket - Chec

Starting today and lasting through Dec.7, all paperback books in the Uncomfortably Dark Shop are $10 with code HOLIDAY10. FREE SHIPPING APPLIED ON ALL ORDERS OVER $20 FOR US ONLY! Sale applies to all orders on paperbacks! Free Shipping is US only! Most Books will come signed or with author bookplate! Includes free swag and will come gift-wrapped through December 31! SHOPPING ON THE 'ZON? Get some of our recent releases for only $10 there too! Amazon.com : THIS IS HOW A VILLA

Hey everyone! Happy Black Friday! Just wanted to share some great deals that I have found on the web and through my many author emails and subscriptions. Many of the deals listed below are 40% off or more, are curated for authors, and are well worth the price! PUBLISHER ROCKET FROM KINDLEPRENEUR This tool is a must have for any publisher or self-published author as it breaks down the keyword process and much more for Amazon sales. You can get it this weekend only for $169 for

Getting close to the end of 2025 and we have some incredible things to share! Don't forget to get your award nominations in and to post and share what books you may have eligible. There are a lot of awards going on right now including Stoker Submissions, Pushcart nominations/recommendations, Splatterpunk awards, Haunted Minds Book Club, and more! Also, Uncomfortably Dark will be having a $10 book sale on select books beginning Sunday, Nov. 30, and lasting until next Sunday! T

EVERYTHING BUT THE SKIN by Radar DeBoard Something is devouring the kids of Shallowroot, and young Sophia may very well be next. Story Synopsis: Evil has come to the town of Shallowroot, and it’s picking off the children, one by one. To make matters worse, Sophia has some kind of connection with whatever is behind it, and it seems to be coming after anyone who is close to her. How long will it be before it finally comes for her? RELEASE DATES: GODLESS ON 12/21/2025 WIDE RELEA

Hey everyone! Happy Black Friday! Just wanted to share some great deals that I have found on the web and through my many author emails and subscriptions. Many of the deals listed below are 40% off or more, are curated for authors, and are well worth the price! PUBLISHER ROCKET FROM KINDLEPRENEUR This tool is a must have for any publisher or self-published author as it breaks down the keyword process and much more for Amazon sales. You can get it this weekend only for $169 for

There's been a lot going on over in the dark! Releases have been almost monthly since June! As we get down to the end of the year, take a look to see what you may have missed and be sure to order it today! Most books are now available again in our shop, and all are available on Amazon, and most other places. Coming soon are wide releases for Jason Nickey, Radar DeBoard, Nikolas P. Robinson, Nathan Ludwig, P.M. Raymond, and more! BEST SELLERS! Both of our top-selling books fo

For anyone interested in joining the authors at Uncomfortably Dark Horror, please read the below! Please see the posted guidelines below for submission information. There will be TWO submission periods. Be sure to submit to the correct period. Be sure to follow all guidelines, do not submit early or late, those submissions will be ignored. Please email submissions to my email address only: cnola.author@gmail.com using the correct subject line as listed below! Subject Line: S

Insanely busy month for October! Cover reveals, new releases, cover teasers, audible releases and more fill today's post, both from Uncomfortably Dark and from the Indie Horror Community! Read on to see what you may have missed, click those links to order and finish filling that fall TBR! Thanks for being here, being part of indie horror, and being Uncomfortably Dark with us! TOP FOUR IN SALES & PAGE READS (Last 30 Days-Amazon Stats only) ORDERS ONE FRIGHT ONLY - SUBJECT A: A

Patrick Tumblety's perfect Halloween Horror novel is now available everywhere books are sold! It's a perfect spooky season read, an...

Patrick Tumblety's perfect Halloween Horror novel is now available everywhere books are sold! It's a perfect spooky season read, an...

Happy Release Day to our very own Patrick Tumblety! His perfect Halloween Horror novel is now available everywhere books are sold! It's a...

Hello from Uncomfortably Dark. It's been a long day and a long week! Spent today at the Monroeville Mall for Malloween, promoting our...