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ISBN: 0631220631

ListPrice: $31.95

Edition: Reprint

Summary: This guide provides an overview of the most significant issues and debates in Gothic studies.The guide is divided into four parts:- The opening section explains the origins and development of the term 'Gothic', considers the particular features of the Gothic within specific periods, and explores its evolution in both literary and non-literary forms, such as art, architecture and film.- The following section contains extended entries on major writers of the Gothic, pointing to the most significant features of their work.- The third section features authoritative readings of key works, ranging from Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto to Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho.- Finally, the text considers recurrent concerns of the Gothic such as persecution and paranoia, key motifs such as the haunted castle, and figures such as the vampire and the monster.Supplementary material includes a chronology of key Gothic texts, listing literature and film from 1757 to 2000, and a comprehensive guide to further reading.

ISBN: 1587671301

ListPrice: $500.00

Edition: Lettered Edition

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ISBN: 1580631606

ListPrice: $21.95

Edition: First Edition

Summary: "I am coming to understand that Roland's world actually contains all the others of my making" --Stephen KingWith those words, from The Dark Tower: IV Wizard and Glass, the world's most popular writer confirmed a suspicion long held by readers--that the myriad worlds and universes King has created are, in reality, one world, one universe.Here, for the first time ever is the guide to that universe, a thrilling road map and informative tour for new readers and diehard fans alike.The Stephen King Universe is the very first examination of all of King's fiction and the way in which its plots and characters, conflicts, and themes, intertwine. This definitive reference work examines his novels and short stories, as well as the motion pictures, miniseries, and teleplays that King has written. The authors spent three years discovering and tying together the threads that exist in King's fiction. Their insightful results will entertain and surprise readers new and old. Once you have read The Stephen King Universe, you will never read Stephen King the same way again

ISBN: 0786715774

ListPrice: $15.95

Edition: First Edition

Summary: "Horror: Another 100 Best Books" features one hundred of the top names in the horror field discussing one hundred of the most spine-chilling novels ever written. Each entry includes a synopsis of the work as well as publication history, biographical information about the author of each title, and recommended reading and biographical notes on the contributor. Author Ramsey Campbell also offers a new foreword to the book describing the evolution of horror over the past two decades — from the way it's written by a crop of new and exciting writers to the way it's received by a new market of readers. "Horror: Another 100 Best Books" will be the definitive guide to the tremendous library of horror fiction available today —a reference that no fan can live without.

ISBN: 0312324901

ListPrice: $21.95

Edition: Second Edition

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ISBN: 1892950154

ListPrice: 45.00

Summary: Book Description HAUNTINGS: THE OFFICIAL PETER STRAUB BIBLIOGRAPHY. The first volume documenting and collecting Peter Straub's work for the last thirty years. Peter Straub, has won the British Fantasy Award, Three Bram Stoker Awards (just won Best Novel Bram Stoker for "Mister X" in 2000), and two World Fantasy Awards. His novels include Koko, Mystery, The Throat (these three comprising the "Blue Rose" trilogy), The Talisman (co-authored with Stephen King), Ghost Story, Shadowland, Mister X, and The Hellfire Club. The Overlook Connection Press realized that there was a lot more of Mr. Straub's work that was out there, but not documented in one volume. We're here to bring you every novel, story, poem -- every word that has been published -- and then some in the Peter Straub Bibliography by Michael R. Collings. This is a must for any reader, fan, or library who wants to learn everything about this wonderful author work. From the Publisher I approached Peter Straub in 1997 and asked if there was a volumne that covered his over thirty years of published works. I was amazed to find that there wasn't a book yet in existence. Being an avid reader of Mr. Straub's work over the years, I took it upon myself as a publisher and a reader, to look into putting this project together. With the help of Mr. Straub, and locating a long time associate, Mr. Michael Collings (who had previously published The Stephen King Bibliography -- which we'll publish an updated form in 2001) to put together a "bibliography" or a "readers companion" as I like to call it, for the Peter Straub fan. The end result has exceeded my expectations. The Interview with Mr. Straub, exclusive to this edition, brings a lot of depth and insight into his published works over the years. And it fits wonderfully with this collection. Read it, you'll see what I mean. The cover art by Erik Wilson is electrifying, and represents what I wanted in this "everthing Straub" collection.

ISBN: 074325208x

ListPrice: 18.00

Edition: First Edition

Summary: A Concordance, Volume II is the definitive guide to the many worlds, argots, characters, and cross-references -- within the Dark Tower series and among the rest of King's work -- that appear in Books V through VII: Wolves of the Calla, Song of Susannah, and The Dark Tower. Characters and Genealogies Magical Objects and Forces Mid-World and Our World Places Portals and Magical Places Mid-, End-, and Our World Maps Timeline for the Dark Tower Series Mid-World Dialects Mid-World Rhymes, Songs, and Prayers Political and Cultural References References to Stephen King's Own Work  

ISBN: 1587671301

ListPrice: 40.00

Edition: Advance Reading Copy

Summary: Stephen King: Uncollected, Unpublished will be the most comprehensive review of the Stephen King works you've never read, including coverage of nearly one hundred unpublished and uncollected works of fiction--novels, short stories, screenplays, and poems! Best of all, it will feature the first book publication of two lost works written by King, including an entire chapter from King's unpublished 1970 novel Sword in the Darkness that has never been published in book form anywhere in the world! Stephen King: Uncollected, Unpublished will also give in-depth coverage to the nearly one hundred variations and versions of King's published stories--edits, updates, and changes King made between reprintings of his work. Similar in size and scope to our edition of The Stephen King Universe, this is a must-have for both collectors and casual readers of Stephen King! Details about the two works written by Stephen King that are printed in this book! • The first and only publication of a very long chapter from King's unpublished 1970 novel Sword in the Darkness--one of the lost Stephen King novels that only a handful of people in the world have ever read! This novel will never be published, and this is your only chance to catch a glimpse of a young Stephen King developing his craft. The raw power that would eventually make him the bestselling horror author in the world is definitely evident in this very long excerpt! • The first book publication of the obscure King poem "Dino"--previously only published in a small literary magazine and just recently discovered at the E.S. Bird Library of Syracuse University in New York! In addition, the authors have discovered and taken detailed notes about a work previously unknown by the King community -- "Molly," which was King's original screenplay submitted for The X-Files. It is a completely different story from what was later produced for the series as "Chinga" and the authors give in-depth coverage to the differences! Here are some other examples of what you'll find in STEPHEN KING: UNCOLLECTED, UNPUBLISHED: • Over one hundred entries detailing all of King's uncollected and unpublished works, many of which have never been available for public discussion • In-depth descriptions and discussions of several unpublished King novels such as Blaze and incomplete novels such as George D X McArdle • Detailed overviews of dozens of King screenplays that were never produced, including his own adaptations of Cujo, Children of the Corn, The Dead Zone, Desperation, Dolan's Cadillac, Night Shift, The Stand, and his adaptations of other classic novels such as Something Wicked This Way Comes • Essays covering two dozen of King's lost and hidden works that are not available anywhere in the world, such as "An Evening at God's" and the infamous "Squad D" • Details of eight new and previously unheard of King stories discovered in the Stephen King papers at the University of Maine • Details of two King stories published in his high school newspaper and other stories King wrote as a child and teenager • A complete Stephen King bibliography covering nearly four hundred works of fiction and non-fiction • Instructions on finding the original appearances of King's lost works that appeared in obscure publications, and suggestions on how you can add these rare works to your collection This book will have an oversized design like The Stephen King Universe, The Devil's Wine, and our edition of From A Buick 8 -- including a full-color dustjacket, illustrated endpapers, and special interior artwork! Each copy will be signed by Rocky Wood, David Rawsthorne and Norma Blackburn, and best of all, each copy will be issued with a hand-crafted slipcase! The deluxe Lettered Edition will be bound in leather, with all the same goodies as the Limited Edition, but it will be protected inside a custom-made hand-crafted traycase and it will feature additional full color artwork not available in any other edition! (Please keep in mind that the Lettered Edition of The Devil's Wine and Great Ghost Stories sold out in less than twenty-four hours--if you want one, order it ASAP.) Stephen King: Uncollected, Unpublished is going to be a must-have for every Stephen King collector, and we expect it to sell very quickly. We're aiming for a late January publication date so reserve your copies soon before they're gone! Available in two states: Slipcased Limited Edition of 2,000 signed and numbered copies ($75) Traycased Lettered Edition of 52 signed and lettered copies ($500)

ISBN: 1587670240

ListPrice: 300.00

Edition: Lettered Edition

Summary: There has never been a book like this before... Dark Dreamers: Facing the Masters of Fear is a unique collection of images celebrating over one hundred of the greatest authors, artists and filmmakers in the world! With each and every amazing photograph -- coupled with insightful commentary by (or about) each subject -- the photographer and the journalist fearlessly illuminate those who work on the dark side of the arts. Among the authors: Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Clive Barker, Peter Straub, Ray Bradbury, Richard Matheson, John Saul, Joyce Carol Oates, Poppy Z. Brite, Richard Laymon, Jack Ketchum, Robert Bloch, Neil Gaiman, Dan Simmons, and dozens of others. Among the artists: Bernie Wrightson, Gahan Wilson, H.R. Giger, Alan M. Clark, Bob Eggleton, and many more. Among the filmmakers: Wes Craven, John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, Rick Baker, Stan Winston, Christopher Lee, and many others. This oversized, coffee-table book also features a brand new Foreword ("Pictures Taken Before Departure") by Clive Barker. If you are a fan of horror literature or film, you must own Dark Dreamers for your personal library!

ISBN: 1587670240

ListPrice: 40.00

Edition: Limited Edition

Summary: There has never been a book like this before... Dark Dreamers: Facing the Masters of Fear is a unique collection of images celebrating over one hundred of the greatest authors, artists and filmmakers in the world! With each and every amazing photograph -- coupled with insightful commentary by (or about) each subject -- the photographer and the journalist fearlessly illuminate those who work on the dark side of the arts. Among the authors: Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Clive Barker, Peter Straub, Ray Bradbury, Richard Matheson, John Saul, Joyce Carol Oates, Poppy Z. Brite, Richard Laymon, Jack Ketchum, Robert Bloch, Neil Gaiman, Dan Simmons, and dozens of others. Among the artists: Bernie Wrightson, Gahan Wilson, H.R. Giger, Alan M. Clark, Bob Eggleton, and many more. Among the filmmakers: Wes Craven, John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, Rick Baker, Stan Winston, Christopher Lee, and many others. This oversized, coffee-table book also features a brand new Foreword ("Pictures Taken Before Departure") by Clive Barker. If you are a fan of horror literature or film, you must own Dark Dreamers for your personal library!

ISBN: 0425104338

ListPrice: 7.99

Edition: Reissue

Dimensions: 1.08 x 6.88 x 4.18 in

Summary: In the fall of 1978 (between The Stand and The Dead Zone), Stephen King taught a course at the University of Maine on "Themes in Supernatural Literature." As he writes in the foreword to this book, he was nervous at the prospect of "spending a lot of time in front of a lot of people talking about a subject in which I had previously only felt my way instinctively, like a blind man." The course apparently went well, and as with most teaching experiences, it was as instructive, if not more so, to the teacher as it was to the students. Thanks to a suggestion from his former editor at Doubleday, King decided to write Danse Macabre as a personal record of the thoughts about horror that he developed and refined as a result of that course. The outcome is an utterly charming book that reads as if King were sitting right there with you, shooting the breeze. He starts on October 4, 1957, when he was 10 years old, watching a Saturday matinee of Earth vs. the Flying Saucers. Just as the saucers were mounting their attack on "Our Nation's Capital," the movie was suddenly turned off. The manager of the theater walked out onto the stage and announced, "The Russians have put a space satellite into orbit around the earth. They call it ... Spootnik." That's how the whole book goes: one simple, yet surprisingly pertinent, anecdote or observation after another. King covers the gamut of horror as he'd experienced it at that point in 1978 (a period of about 30 years): folk tales, literature, radio, good movies, junk movies, and the "glass teat". It's colorful, funny, and nostalgic--and also strikingly intelligent. --Fiona Webster

ISBN: 0881848115

ListPrice: 18.95

Edition: 1st Carroll & Graf ed

Summary: This collection of interviews with and articles about Stephen King give a very detailed look at his early career. The latest interview was published in early 1989, while King was still working on The Dark Half. There's a lot of ground covered here, but not all coverage is even. For instance, Stanley Kubrick's film version of The Shining is discussed frequently, first with King discussing how excited he is about the project (pre-release) and then how disappointed he was after the movie came out. King's own directorial project, Maximum Overdrive, gets similar coverage, as does his work as screenwriter for Creepshow. Some of King's work is strangely missing, though: The film Firestarter is discussed much more than the novel; The Dark Tower books (The Gunslinger and The Drawing of the Three) and The Talisman are mentioned only in passing. An article in Time Magazine where King is referred to as "the master of post-literate prose" is mentioned several times, but the article itself is absent. The interviews are divided up into nine chapters (plus epilogue), covering his start, early years, "Going Hollywood," recent (late '80s) years, etc. Copyright details for each piece appear at the beginning of the book, but I think it would have been more helpful if they had appeared prior to each interview along with a brief bio of the interviewer (as many interject their own opinions and memories into the interviews and it would be nice to know who these people are). King is portrayed in fairly glowing terms throughout Feast of Fear; a much franker version of this period of his life - including alcoholism and drug addiction - appears in King's autobiographical memoir, On Writing. Is King entirely truthful in his interview responses? No, but he is insightful - King admits in On Writing that he made up his stock response of writing everyday except for Christmas, the Fourth of July and his birthday, because you have to say *something* and it should at least be half clever. Nevertheless, even if Stephen King the brand-name-and-legend isn't the real deal, the man reflected in these pages is still a heck of an interesting guy with a lot to say about the creative process and celebrity.