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July 6, 2026
A collection of 17 horror stories with some super short reads and a few longer ones mixed in. For a first work of fiction, there’s a lot to like here.
One thing I thought Michael Hernandez did really well was taking everyday things and making them creepy as hell. Stuff like mirrors, pills, and even an itch somehow become nightmare fuel. There are some pretty gnarly descriptions throughout and a few stories get REALLY dark… like holy cow.
You can definitely see some Stephen King influence in here, which is right up my alley, and I thought the atmosphere in a lot of the stories was done really well. I also liked the artwork throughout the book — some of it was genuinely unsettling. There is also an entire poem included which was a cool surprise.
Like most short story collections, some stories hit more than others for me, but overall I had a good time with it and definitely think it’s worth checking out, especially as a debut.
One thing I thought Michael Hernandez did really well was taking everyday things and making them creepy as hell. Stuff like mirrors, pills, and even an itch somehow become nightmare fuel. There are some pretty gnarly descriptions throughout and a few stories get REALLY dark… like holy cow.
You can definitely see some Stephen King influence in here, which is right up my alley, and I thought the atmosphere in a lot of the stories was done really well. I also liked the artwork throughout the book — some of it was genuinely unsettling. There is also an entire poem included which was a cool surprise.
Like most short story collections, some stories hit more than others for me, but overall I had a good time with it and definitely think it’s worth checking out, especially as a debut.
June 6, 2026
If you liked Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark growing up, you’ll love Bonemeal. It has that creepy, old-school ghost story feel. The stories are easy to get into and just really fun to read. Definitely one to add to your shelf if you love spooky stories.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received an early copy of Bonemeal from the author, and this is exactly the kind of book horror fans should be adding to their shelves. It’s been a long time since I’ve read ghost stories that felt this fresh. The collection is eerie, strange and memorable. The atmosphere of each story stays with you long after you close the book. The drawings make it even better. They add a creepy, personal touch and turn the book into something you experience, not just something you read.
Original, unsettling, and impossible to forget. Five stars.
Original, unsettling, and impossible to forget. Five stars.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I loved this book. It’s a great collection of horror short stories, and each one had its own creepy, unsettling feel. The stories were engaging, easy to get into, and kept me wanting to read more.
The hand-drawn images were also a great touch. They added to the atmosphere and made the book feel even more unique. Overall, this was a really enjoyable horror read and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who likes short, scary stories.
The hand-drawn images were also a great touch. They added to the atmosphere and made the book feel even more unique. Overall, this was a really enjoyable horror read and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who likes short, scary stories.
July 1, 2026
A dark anthology that makes you think deep
I took my time reading this collection of stories so I could soak one each dark and twisted tale. Some were short, some were long, but they all had your mind spinning. There is folklore that will spook you. There are stories that will make you question things. I have my favorites; however, they were all individually twisted. I hope the author continues with their tales of writing horror.
I took my time reading this collection of stories so I could soak one each dark and twisted tale. Some were short, some were long, but they all had your mind spinning. There is folklore that will spook you. There are stories that will make you question things. I have my favorites; however, they were all individually twisted. I hope the author continues with their tales of writing horror.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A deep exploration into the darkest corners of many horror sub-genres. Thrilling ghost stories and psychological horror mixed well with disturbing body horror, cosmic horror and more. Haunted poetry and frightening illustrations using various mediums.
Review of advance copy
Thrilling, deep and full of unique angles that aren’t often explored in horror. Unsettling illustrations and a perfect mix of hard charging stress horrors and slow boil ghost stories!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Horrifying. Disturbing. Precise. Shifts gears quickly and takes the reader kicking and screaming into the dark. I thoroughly enjoyed this read. Glad the author gave me a copy to review! Thank you!
Review of advance copy received from Author
A dynamic, twisted set of stories with really cool illustrations. There's a poem in here that gets super dark super quickly. Some of the illustrations are really freaky too!
Review of advance copy
If you enjoyed the preview, you will surely dive into this read! It’s subtle in areas and sublimely creepy in many ways. This book will disturb your senses and electrify them all at the same time. Without giving away any of the stories, I will simply say, if you enjoy horror, this one will knock your socks off! Enjoy.
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