The hall is dark and the overhead light flickers. Sounds echo, and there’s a creaking and clanging that gets louder as you stand in the semi-dark. The elevator opens and you’re offered a ride. Step inside and ride it to the story chosen for your transformation. Don’t be afraid, for Victoria, the mysterious girl who operates The Lift, waits to guide you. Set in the same world as the award nominated audio drama, The Lift’s first written anthology features nine all new stories by fan favorite writers and special bonus content by creators Daniel Foytik and Cynthia Lowman. The collection is brought to life with beautiful illustrations by Jeanette Andromeda for each story.

The Lift: Nine Stories of Transformation, Volume One

Literature & Fiction

Hafdahl, Meg

Foytik, Daniel

Goddard, K. B.

Warra, Brooke

Grilz, Jon

Pyles, Nelson W.

Rakiecz, Charles

Algee, Scarlett R.

Forman, Lee A.

Lowman, Cynthia

Genre Fiction

9th Story Publishing

This second volume of the Eclectic Writings Series is an anthology of short stories from a variety of genres and authors all of which revolve around a crime. From a funny tale of a bank robbery gone awry to the poignant pain of a young girl's rape, each tale is well-crafted and sure to entertain.

Eclectically Criminal: Eclectic Writings Series Volume 2

Mitchell, Thomas

Lynch, Bob

Barbosa, Andrea

Brady, Fern

Clay, Cathy

Algood, Melissa Diane

Villar, Ramon Del

Short Stories & Anthologies

Inklings Publishing

A must-have for any fan of horror and fantasy movies—Night of the Living Dead, A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Shining (Stephen King), and so many more! If you love film that scares, and want to believe that zombies, vampires, and other deadly and terrifying creatures could be real, let Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, the women behind the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, take you to the world where horror and science meet. <ul>
<li>How would a zombie really decompose in Night of the Living Dead?</li>
<li>Are there instances of shape shifting in nature like in The Wolf Man?</li>
<li>What is the science behind the night terrors that inspired the creation of Freddy Krueger?</li>
<li>Is there scientific data supporting ghost detection like the tools used in Poltergeist?</li>
<li>What is the psychological drive that compels cannibals like Hannibal Lecter?</li>
<li>How does modern medicine and therapy differ from what would have been offered to Norman Bates in 1960?</li>
<li>How are subliminal messages related to propaganda or brainwashing like in The Ring?</li>
<li>What would the scientific explanation be for witches possessing people like in Carrie?</li>
<li>Was The Blair Witch Project based on any real or imagined creature that came before?”</li>
<li>And so much more!</li>
</ul> Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence revisit the films from their childhood to discover the science behind the fear. Join Kelly and Meg as they unravel the medical mysteries and scientific marvels that inspired the creation of famous monsters like Nosferatu, Norman Bates, Dracula, Frankenstein, and many more. An approachable and frightfully fun examination of what goes bump in the night, The Science of Monsters will thrill every horror fan.

The Science of Monsters: The Truth about Zombies, Witches, Werewolves, Vampires, and Other Legendary Creatures

Humor & Entertainment

Florence, Kelly

Movies

Skyhorse

From scream queens to femmes fatale, horror isn’t just for the boys. Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of The Science of Monsters, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the feminist horror movies, TV shows, and characters we all know and love. Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, The Science of Women in Horror uncovers the theories behind women’s most iconic roles of the genre. Explore age-old tropes such as “The Innocent” like Lydia in Beetlejuice, “The Gorgon” like Pamela Voorhees in Friday the 13th, and “The Mother” like Norma Bates in Pyscho and Bates Motel, and delve deeper into female-forward film and TV including: <ul>
<li>The Haunting of Hill House</li>
<li>Teeth</li>
<li>Chilling Adventures of Sabrina</li>
<li>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</li>
<li>And so much more!</li>
</ul> Join Kelly and Meg in The Science of Women in Horror as they flip the script and prove that every girl is a “final girl.”

The Science of Women in Horror: The Special Effects, Stunts, and True Stories Behind Your Favorite Fright Films

Uncover the theories behind the Master of Horror's macabre tales:&nbsp;It, The Shining, Carrie, Cujo, Misery, Pet Semetary, and so much more! &nbsp; Gothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of The Science of Monsters and The Science of Women in Horror, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called "the best horror film podcast out there" by Film Daddy, present a guide to the Stephen King stories and characters we all know and love. Through interviews, literary and film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, The Science of Stephen King delves&nbsp;into the uniquely horrific Stephen King universe to uncover the science behind the legendary novels that have become an integral part of modern pop culture, answering such questions as:&nbsp; <ul> <li>What is the science behind time travel and parallel universes like in The Dark Tower series and 11/22/63?</li> <li>How does lack of sleep affect the human body like in&nbsp;Insomnia?</li> <li>Is it possible for horrific creatures to exist like in Nightshift?</li> <li>What is the science behind curses and legends like in Dreamcatcher and Thinner?</li> </ul> Join Kelly and Meg as they learn if we all really do float down here!

The Science of Stephen King: The Truth Behind Pennywise, Jack Torrance, Carrie, Cujo, and More Iconic Characters from the Master of Horror

History & Criticism

Discover the real-life inspirations behind history's most infamous serial killers: John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Charles Manson, and so many more. &nbsp; Gothic media moguls Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl, authors of The Science of Monsters, The Science of Women in Horror, and The Science of Stephen King, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called "the best horror film podcast out there" by Film Daddy, present a guide to the serial killers who inspired the movies and media we all know and love. Delve into the brutal truth behind horror's secret: many monsters portrayed on the silver screen are based on true murderers. Uncover the truth behind the real monsters of horror, answering such questions as:&nbsp; <ul> <li>What is the science behind serial killers' motivations&nbsp;like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy?&nbsp;</li> <li>How did detectives discover the identities of criminals like the Boston Strangler and the BTK Strangler?</li> <li>Has science made it possible to unmask Jack the Ripper and the Zodiac Killer?&nbsp;</li> <li>What is the science behind female versus male serial killers?&nbsp;</li> </ul> Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, join Kelly and Meg as they learn about the horrors of true crime through the decades.

Science of Serial Killers: The Truth Behind Ted Bundy, Lizzie Borden, Jack the Ripper, and Other Notorious Murderers of Cinematic Legend (The Science of)

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Skyhorse Publishing

A scientific discovery of witches in fiction—Chilled Adventures of Sabrina, Sleeping Beauty, Wicked and so many more!\nKelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl, authors of The Science of Women in Horror and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the history of witchcraft through the stories and characters we all know and love. Reveal the spellbinding science behind the legends and lore surrounding fiction’s most iconic witches, answering such questions as: What is the science behind divination and spellcraft? When did witchcraft begin to show up in literature and media? Has science made it possible to uncover the truth behind the powers of necromancy and employing familiars? How has witchcraft been thought of throughout the world? Through interviews, film and literary analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, join Kelly and Meg as they learn about the complicated and rich science of witchcraft throughout the centuries and discover why now is the season of the witch!

The Science of Witchcraft: The Truth Behind Sabrina, Maleficent, Glinda, and More of Your Favorite Fictional Witches

Uncover the theories behind Dame Agatha Christie's most thrilling mysteries: Murder on the Orient Express, Death on the Nile, The A.B.C. Murders, and so much more!\nGothic media moguls Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, authors of The Science of Stephen King and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the Agatha Christie stories and supersleuths we all know and love. Through interviews, literary and film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, The Science of Agatha Christie uncovers the science behind the sixty-six detective novels and fourteen short story collections that have become an integral part of the modern murder mystery, answering such questions as: What is the science behind the poisons used to commit murders in Agatha Christie’s stories? When did crime investigation become more common as seen in Murder on the Orient Express? Has science made it possible to uncover the truth behind the investigative powers of Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple? How did Agatha Christie use isolated settings to best explore the psychology of her characters? Join Kelly and Meg as they discover why sometimes the impossible must be possible!

Science of Agatha Christie: The Truth Behind Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple, and More Iconic Characters from the Queen of Crime (The Science of)

From the authors of The Science of Stephen King and The Science of Agatha Christie comes a book made for every classic film aficionado. &nbsp; The Science of Alfred Hitchcock is a close look at the Master of Suspense's most revered works. From his start in the silent era to his shocking unmasking of Norman Bates in Psycho, we explore Hitchcock's legacy through the lens of biography, science, and pop culture. Steeped in the golden era of Hollywood, The Science of Alfred Hitchcock is a daringly close look at the man behind the camera lens. &nbsp; Join us as we delve into the history of Hitchcock's ouvre to discover; &nbsp; <ul> <li>Who was the true life murderer who inspired Shadow of a Doubt?</li> <li>Was there really a feud between Hitchcock and studio legend David O. Selznick?</li> <li>What is the psychology behind some of Hitchcock's most famous characters?</li> <li>Is there science to support a "perfect" murder as featured in many of Hitchcock's films?</li> </ul> &nbsp; With a comprehensive look at Alfred Hitchcock's impressive filmography, this book is a must-read for every lover of suspense. Whether you're a film buff or a cinema newbie, you'll be mesmerized by the history and science behind the greatest film director of a generation.

The Science of Alfred Hitchcock: The Truth Behind Psycho, The Birds, North by Northwest, and Other Legendary Films by the Master of Suspense

Grab your flashlight, garlic, and ghost hunting equipment. We're taking you on the ultimate road trip of the spookiest places around the U.S. Horror lovers, lifelong best friends, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast, Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl, have traveled around the U.S. to bring you the most thrill-inducing spots for horror, history, and true crime. They've compiled a list of what to do, where to stay, where to eat and drink, and where to shop to make your vacation-planning a breeze. They've also delved into the history and pop culture of each spot, revealing hidden gems, most notorious true crimes, women you should know, horror books and movies set in the state, and other strange facts about some of the scariest places around the nation. Here's a small sampling of what you can expect to find in Travels of Terror: <ul> <li>St. Augustine, Florida: Take an open air trolley on the Ghosts & Gravestones Tour to the Old St Augustine Cemetery, Potter's Wax Museum, Old Jail Museum, and a bevy of churches with their own macabre past.</li> <li>Los Angeles, California: Stay at the haunted Hotel Roosevelt, where you may be visited by the ghosts of actors Errol Flynn and Montgomery Clift.</li> <li>Portland, Oregon: Grab a cocktail at Raven's Manor, a horror-themed bar with drinks like the Black Widow, Lilith, and Draught of Asphyxiation.</li> <li>Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Learn about the most famous true crime to happen there, when the wife of the Allegheny County Jail warden fell in love with a convicted murderer.</li> <li>New York, New York: Celebrate Nia DaCosta, the first Black female director to have a film debut at the top of the box office, with the supernatural horror-slasher film Candyman in 2021.</li> <li>Austin, Texas: Pick up souvenirs for friends and family at The Glass Coffin, a vampire parlor and horror shop.</li> <li>Duluth, Minnesota: Visit Glensheen Mansion on the shores of Lake Superior, where Duluth's most notorious murders occurred in 1977.</li> </ul> From big cities to small towns, get inspired to plan your own ghoulish getaway.

Travels of Terror: Strange and Spooky Spots Across America (US Travel Guide, Gift for Fans of True Crime, Horror, and the Paranormal)

Biographies & Memoirs

True Crime

Sourcebooks

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