We Will Be Back!

  

  Due to some unforeseen circumstances over the past several months, PromoteHorror.com has been unable to post promotions, press releases, our weekly features, or update our pages. We also have missed many emails, messages over our social media networks, and a ton of opportunities to help promote you. With that, we would like to apologize for not being there for all of the creators of horror, and horror fans out there. 

  Now to the good news! PromoteHorror.com will be back to promoting horror very soon. We are going to be making some improvements to the site, and how we handle promotions going forward. Until then, we are still very active on Twitter, and making our way back on our Facebook page, and Instagram. Once we are back to full operations, we will make sure everyone knows.

  Thank you for understanding and being patient with us, and we hope to promote you in the near future,

  HorrO

Sunday Scares: "Windigo Origins"

Today’s Sunday Scares feature takes you way back in history…

The film is set in 1883 and is loosely based on the Bauman story which was documented in a book written by President Theodore Roosevelt. 

The term Windigo is derived from Native American folklore. Modern day Cryptozoologist believe that Windigo stories were actually early Sasquatch sightings.

Starring: Nathaniel Barber and Matthew Barber

Directed by: Matthew Barber

Written by: Nathaniel Barber and Matthew Barber

Enjoy…

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9th Story Podcast

The Flagship show of 9th Story Studios, The 9th Story Podcast is also Parsec Award Nominated and is dedicated to exploring Story and Storytelling.

Check out a few of the episodes…

Chris Rickert: Bookstores Are Real – 318

Solo: Love It. No Thank You. – 317

Nelson W. Pyles: We’re Wicked – 314

Learn more about the podcast and check out more episodes at:

www.9thstory.com

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Murder Red Ink

"Murder Red Ink, is fast moving and the reader needs to think on their feet. Don't try and get ahead of the author because you can't do it."

"Wonderful novel, tantalizing plot and theories, and another great story from this author. Keep 'em coming!"

"Murder Red Ink delivered on plot and characters. This book was creepy and suspenseful. It will have you sleeping with the night light on. Looking forward to his followup work."

"This was my first Mord McGhee story, and I felt like I was missing a private joke to some extent. This is a gripping story that makes you ponder what you think you know about the Ripper. Now I gotta go back and read McGhee's other work."

"Parts of it are very creepy and disturbing. Kind of a Thomas Harris feel to them. I actually put the book down once with a shudder and walked away. Got a drink of water and came right back because I wanted to know what was going to happen next. No, I didn't just want to know... I HAD to know!"

So what's this creepy and disturbing book about...

JACK THE RIPPER: THE EXPERIENCE

Second novel by 2014 POYNTER'S GLOBAL EBOOK AWARD WINNING author MORD MCGHEE.

MURDER RED INK is nominee for reddit.com and critters.org Horror Novel of the Year and is a terrifying, stomach churning exploration into the 1888 Whitechapel serial killer known today as Jack the Ripper.  Everything you thought you knew about JACK THE RIPPER, JFK, and MODERN HISTORY is sliced from ear to ear by the twisted mind of this "refreshing author to watch!"

Something's gone wrong with PoltergeistG2. Erich is reliving the past, his sleep tormented by nightmares so real... so horrifying that he is willing to walk away and never look back. But the Ripper has other ideas. 

Allena's grandfather was a modern day monster responsible for killing the innocent and selling their organs on the black market. She wants nothing to do with him, but the Ripper has other ideas...

MURDER RED INK is a mind-bending sci-horror novel that gives a stunning voice to the past and shapes the future into something darker than the elder gods of H. P. Lovecraft or the Yellow King of Ambrose Bierce.

This is a must read…please click the pic and get your copy…

For more information, please visit:

https://mordymcghee.wordpress.com

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4 Year Anniversary!

August 14, 2009 will always be a special day for me. It was when I went from being a just horror fan watching horror movies to a participant in the world of horror. It was when I created HorrO’s Gory Reviews, and formally introduced myself to the horror world as HorrO. Go figure my first review wasn’t even a horror movie, but a sci-fi one (District 9). Hey, I was a rookie, plus I got to see the movie before its official release. I’ve gone from being a rookie to creating HorrO’s House of Horror, and couldn’t be happier about it. Now if you will bear with me for a little self-promotion, and some “thank-you’s.”

  I want to celebrate HorrO’s Gory Reviews’ 6-year anniversary by thanking all those who have taken the time to read at least one review. It means something to know someone has read your work. I certainly want to thank those who have been with me from the beginning because without you there might not have been even a second or third year anniversary.

  For those reading this at PromoteHorror.com and aren’t aware of my review blog, please take a minute and check it out. Besides reviews, it’s also a place for some other horror fun with pages like the ‘Horror on TV,’ ‘iPhone Horror Apps of the Month,’ and ‘Horror Item of the Week.’ Please feel free to follow me on Twitter under @Horrosreviews, and “Like” the Facebook page.

Not celebrating an anniversary is my second site: The Dog Days in Zombieville. This is the story I wrote and decided to make a Twitter story. The story was tweeted first, and then posted on the site. The Dog Days in Zombieville is the journal of Max Wagner, as he has documented his fight for survival in Zombieville. Honestly, with my time spent on promoting horror, I haven’t been able to finish the story. Max isn’t dead, and the story will continue at some point. For those who want to check it out, there are links on the site so that you can start reading from the beginning. Also, there are some other zombie related pages such as, ‘Zombie Pics,’ ‘Zombie iPhone Apps,’ and ‘Star Wars Zombies.’ If you want to follow the story on Twitter, you can find it under @ddnzombieville, and “Like” the Facebook page.

And now for the big one: the 4-year anniversary of PromoteHorror.com. Yes, HorrO’s Gory Reviews is older, but I say big one here because of the overwhelming support for PromoteHorror.com. It has been more than I could have ever imagined. With that said, I have to thank everyone who has requested a promotion, or as I like to call you “creators of horror.” The site wouldn’t exist without those requests. I continue to be amazed at how many creators of horror there are out there. Every time I think I’ve seen it all, someone gives me the opportunity to promote something I would never have thought of.

  Secondly, I have to thank all of the horror fans out there. The creators of horror need an audience, and you have provided that in a big way. Someone has to enjoy the promotions after all. I hope you all have found something to your liking. It’s truly an honor to see so many of you repeatedly visit the site, follow along on Twitter under @PromoteHorror, “Like” the Facebook page, and follow on Instagram.

  I never thought I would be here 4 years later. I also never thought PromoteHorror.com would help so many people. I honestly feel that if I walked away from it now I know I had some impact in the horror world even if it was small one. I don’t say that to be arrogant, but to prove to myself that I haven’t wasted my time. I know I helped someone make a movie. I know I helped someone sell a book. I know I helped someone get their project funded. I know I helped someone get their artwork seen. I know I helped get short films noticed. I know I helped podcasts get heard. That’s what “Spread the Horror” means when I repeatedly mention it.

  With 6 years of reviews and 4 years of promotions down, I’m eager to continue reviewing, and spreading the horror. I’m not sure what the future holds, but I will continue to do this as long as I can, and as long as the horror world will have me. From a creator of horror and horror fan myself; I truly appreciate the support, and all of the compliments that I’ve received. Like I said, this wouldn’t be anything without all of you great creators of horror, and the passionate horror fans out there. The compliments really go to you!

Thank you!!!

HorrO

Malus Domestica

It's been five years since Robin Martine's father threw her mother Annie off the second-floor balcony and broke her neck.

Five long years since Robin was locked away in a mental hospital for telling the authorities that the murder was caused by a witch. A witch named Marilyn Cutty.

Three years ago, a man named Heinrich Hammer came for her. 

"I'll get you out of here . . . but you'll have to kill."

Now a veteran witch-hunter and YouTube star, Robin has come back to town to settle up with the coven that stole her life from her. But she'll have to fight through Heaven, Hell and everything in between if she wants to free her mother's spirit from Cutty's soul-sucking apple tree and end the witches' reign over the town of Blackfield once and for all.

This book is getting great reviews like these…

"This is an excellent example of the dark fantasy genre, with plenty of scares in there to appeal to true horror readers. The world-building is beautifully executed with interesting foes and not an info-dump in sight. The characters are thoroughly fleshed out and believable with motivations and histories that add to the carefully-paced plot. I couldn't put this book down and found myself being dragged deeper and deeper into this twisted world that just gets more interesting.

That all comes together to form an engaging, thrilling, dark, and twisted read that will drag in those who love Steven King and related authors."

"The best way I can summarize this book is Salem's Lot had a love child with both Jack Reacher and Supernatural. It is a mix of dark fantasy, horror, and occult in the best way possible.”

“This book didn't take long to become a favorite. If you have any interest in dark fiction, occult, or anything along the lines of Supernatural, then you definitely need to check this one out."

"I can't recommend Malus Domestica highly enough for fans of modern horror and thrillers. It's dark, it's meaty, it's satisfying in a way I haven't experienced since NOS4A2. Fingers crossed for a sequel - this novel deserves it."

Don’t wait…click the pic and get your copy today…

For more information, please visit:

www.sahuntbooks.com

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The Midnight Candle Anthology

Those are just a few sample pages from…

Over 13 Tales of Terror to Chill your Bones

The Midnight Candle Anthology is a Horror graphic novel consisting of over 13+ comic stories and 20+ creators. Many of these creators are from all over the U.S.A and a few in other places of the world. For a few of these creators this is a very big chance to get that publishing credit to their names as well as the sheer joy of seeing their work in print. 

Please click here and help bring this graphic novel to horror fans!

For more information, please visit:

http://www.vivificastudios.com/

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Who is The Ice Cream Man

-A digital poster film poster

-Access to all the behind the scenes on the making of the film

-Tickets to the premiere

-A walk on part in the film

They are just a few of the awesome perks available to you in return for your support of…

Daring to ask these questions we uncovered a modern day Twilight Zone world filled with sinister connections to everyone, including the most innocent of our children. The Urban Legend began when a father discovered a strange connection between himself, his son and the local Ice Cream Man opening up a frightening underworld!

WHO IS THE ICE CREAM MAN

Do you remember the friendly neighborhood Ice Cream Man? 

Did you ever think about who this person was? 

What did he do after his day was done? 

"WHO IS THE ICE CREAM MAN" will be a Psychological Thriller/Horror film. (Think…The Shining or Rosemary's Baby)  It will have a 10 factor for creepy, this we can guarantee!

Starring: Curtis and Camille Schurer, Sabina Gavrilov, Owen Gresswell, Randy Vinneau, Parker Sloan, Jared Boghosian, Eugene Nova, and Matt Weinglass

Written and directed by: Jason A. Wallace

Please click the pic, and help bring this film to horror fans!

The Secret Life of H.P. Lovecraft

In this harrowing confession H.P. Lovecraft reveals the genesis of his Cthulhu mythos in all its striking detail.

From such standards as "Dagon" and "Herbert West - Reanimator," up through such classics as "The Call of Cthulhu" and At the Mountains of Madness, the master storyteller sheds light on his dark inspirations and the backgrounds thereof.

Will you accept his invitation?

"Are you a searcher like I was, I wonder? A student of dream and myth? Of histories archaic? Do you have a love of the night sky? The ancient ruin? The unquiet grave? Are you discontented with a world dissected by science, nailed down by theories and figures, bled of possibility? If so, then perhaps you are fated to know the truth. I feel it is my duty to warn you, however; your life will be forever altered by the reading of this account. From here there is no turning back. You will have tapped into a new current, cursed and blessed both to see the world behind the world—or rather the world for what it truly is.

"Do you dare to explore the unplumbed, atavistic depths of the buried mind? To return to a more base, superstitious form of consciousness? To look upon the night sky with new eyes and see it not as dead end but rather as doorstep?

"Should you be so inclined, I recommend you steel yourself for what lies beyond. Be forewarned."

Click the pic, and get your copy today…

For more information, please visit:

Visit Dark Hall Online – http://www.darkhallpress.com

Dark Hall Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dark-Hall-Press/320319528012123

House of Manson

An unflinching chronicle of the life of Charles Manson, the ex-con who was able to amass a dedicated following of young people in the late 1960s. The era of peace and love was ultimately brought to its knees following his orchestration of the notorious Tate and LaBianca murders which sent a shockwave throughout not just Los Angeles, but through the rest of the world.

To this very day, Manson remains a fascinating figure to today's youth. "House of Manson" aims to go deeper into Manson's motivations than ever before, from his troubled childhood to the Summer of 1969 that is forever etched into the cultural lexicon of the United States.

Starring: Ryan Kiser, Devanny Pinn, Reid Warner, Serena Lorien, Suzi Lorraine, Chriss Anglin, Erin Marie Hogan, Tristan Risk, Britt Griffith, Max Wasa, Adrian Quihuis, Mel Turner, Julie Rose, Ryan Cleary,Tawny Amber Young, Trish Cook, Jason McNeil, and Amy Hessler

Written and directed by: Brandon Slagle

Awards:

RISING STAR: Winner

Canada International Film Fest

BEST ACTOR: Winner

Widescreen Film & Music Fest

BEST FEATURE: Nomination

North Hollywood Cinefest

BEST FEATURE: Nomination

BEST DIRECTOR: Nomination

Widescreen Film & Music Fest

For more information, please “Like” the film’s Facebook page!

In Black

Chase Little thought he’d been hired to do some painting, but when the paint dried, it created a black void that leads to a dungeon. Appalled yet fascinated, he flees, burning down the house and stealing the inky liquid. Fearing that he will be arrested for arson, Chase and his girlfriend Leah flee to the rundown town of Needles in the Mojave Desert.

Leah soon disappears, leaving him alone, learning too late of the true nature of the black paint and the evil that lies beyond the veil of darkness it creates. He was warned about the black paint, but didn’t listen. Now he has to find and destroy it before more innocent lives succumb to its unfathomable darkness. 

Check out this review…

"I received the book on Thursday and read it by Friday cause I couldn't put it down…I was cringing and reading with hope for many characters, but by the end I realized I was going to have trouble sleeping while pondering the conclusion. It's a creative, imaginative spin on.........(I won't give it away) I would recommend for any who enjoy horror, thriller, suspense, mystery;)"

Don’t wait…click the pic and get your copy today…

About the author:

Robert Essig is the author of the novel People of the Ethereal Realm and Through the In Between, Hell Awaits, as well as over fifty short stories and two novellas. His short fiction has been published in venues such as DOA II (Blood Bound Books), Fear the Abyss (Post Mortem Press), and Darker Minds (Dark Minds Press). He is a member of the HWA.

For more information, please visit:

https://robertessig.blogspot.com

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Today's DVD Releases!

Here are some of the horror DVD releases for August 11!

Click the pics for details…

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