Paperbacks from Hell
- Authors: Grady Hendrix
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- Genres: Historical
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- Rating: 4.6 based on 1,805 reviews
- Release Date: September 19, 2017
- Print length: 256 pages (Paperback)
About the book
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires comes a nostalgic and unflinchingly funny celebration of the horror fiction boom of the 1970s and ‘80s.
Embark on a journey through the horror paperback novels of two iconic decades . . . if you have the courage to do so. Browse through numerous incredible book covers showcasing well-dressed skeletons, sinister dolls, and knife-wielding killer crabs! Delve into shocking plot summaries involving devil worship, satanic children, and haunted properties!
Horror writer and vintage paperback book enthusiast Grady Hendrix presents expert commentary and clever observations on these lowbrow thrillers that aspired to reach the same level as The Exorcist or Rosemary’s Baby. Featuring story synopses and profiles of artists and authors, this unforgettable book delves into well-known names like V. C. Andrews and R. L. Stine, as well as many others who have been forgotten.
Additionally, you will find recommendations on which of these overlooked gems are worth your time and which are better off left untouched.
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