Books

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Books; Published: 01 July 2024

"The theatrical rights to the Vampire Chronicles are once again in my hands, free and clear! I could not be more excited about this! --- A television series of the highest quality is now my dream for Lestat, Louis, Armand, Marius and the entire tribe. In this the new Golden Age of television, such a series is THE way to let the entire story of the vampires unfold. --- My son Christopher Rice and I will be developing a pilot script and a detailed outline for an open ended series, faithfully presenting Lestat’s story as it is told in the books, complete with the many situations that readers expect to see. We will likely begin with “The Vampire Lestat” and move on from there. ----- When we sit down finally to talk to producers, we will have a fully realized vision of this project with Christopher as the executive producer at the helm. I will also be an executive producer all the way. ---- Again, I cannot tell you how happy it makes me to be able to announce this. ---- As many of you know, Universal Studios and Imagine Entertainment had optioned the series to develop motion pictures from it, and though we had the pleasure of working with many fine people in connection with this plan, it did not work out. It is, more than ever, abundantly clear that television is where the vampires belong. ---- Over the years you all have told me how much you want to see a “Game of Thrones” style faithful rendering of this material, and how much you want for the series to remain in my control. Well, I have heard you. I have always heard you. What you want is what I want. --- You, the readers, made these books a success before any movie was ever made based on them, and I will never forget that fact. ---- Christopher and I will be posting many questions on the page for your input in the days to come. ----- I am filled with optimism this morning about the future for my beloved Brat Prince. What better way to start a tour for the new book!"

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Comics + Mags; Published: 28 June 2024

This is a cool monster magazine from the 1990s. Nice coverage of older and more recent alien monster movies. Normally I would not post scans for a magazine from the 1990s due to copyright ownership, but I believe the corporate entity that issued this one is no longer active. I believe this was the only issue.

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Comics + Mags; Published: 26 June 2024

Introducing the eerie world of public domain classic horror comics! Delve into a realm where the shadows dance with malevolence, and the pages whisper tales of terror that have captivated audiences for generations. These timeless comics, now in the public domain, offer a chilling glimpse into the macabre imaginations of their creators. From haunted houses to supernatural beings, from ancient curses to modern monsters, these stories evoke spine-tingling thrills that have stood the test of time. Join us as we embark on a journey through the crypts of horror comics history, where each turn of the page reveals a new nightmare lurking in the darkness, waiting to ensnare the unsuspecting reader.

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Books; Published: 24 June 2024

Well, this was an unexpected treat. Long on my to-read list after the author's 1974 eco-horror Gwen, in Green become a personal favorite, Hugh Zachary's umpteenth novel The Revenant (Onyx, Aug 1988) is a respectable addition to the haunted house pantheon. The esteemed illustrator Richard Newton provides the stunning skull cover art, which perfectly illustrates the terrors within (while he is not credited on the copyright page, you can spy part of his signature just under "Zachary" on the dead soldier's collar). A top-tier paperback cover, thanks to its fine detail and delicate depiction of teeth and bone and hair. Only his hate and desire for vengeance were strong...

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Books; Published: 21 June 2024

In the dimly lit corridors of the human psyche lies a fascination with the macabre, where shadows dance with whispered secrets and fear lurks in the most unexpected corners. Classic horror stories beckon us into realms where the ordinary twists into the extraordinary, where ancient evils stir and the line between reality and nightmare blurs. From the chilling depths of Edgar Allan Poe's gothic tales to the supernatural terrors of H.P. Lovecraft, classic horror literature has woven a tapestry of dread that continues to haunt our imaginations. Prepare to journey into the heart of darkness, where every creaking floorboard and ghostly whisper becomes a harbinger of terror, in the timeless realm of classic horror.

Details: Written by: Gary Johnston; Category: Comics + Mags; Published: 19 June 2024

Introducing the eerie world of public domain classic horror comics! Delve into a realm where the shadows dance with malevolence, and the pages whisper tales of terror that have captivated audiences for generations. These timeless comics, now in the public domain, offer a chilling glimpse into the macabre imaginations of their creators. From haunted houses to supernatural beings, from ancient curses to modern monsters, these stories evoke spine-tingling thrills that have stood the test of time. Join us as we embark on a journey through the crypts of horror comics history, where each turn of the page reveals a new nightmare lurking in the darkness, waiting to ensnare the unsuspecting reader.