Hey everyone! I’m on the hunt for some spine-chilling reads and I want to support black authors in the indie horror scene. Can you guys help me out? I’m open to all sorts of horror subgenres - psychological, supernatural, cosmic, you name it. I’d love to hear about any hidden gems you’ve come across or personal favorites. What are some must-read indie horror books by black authors that I should add to my TBR list? I’m really excited to discover new voices in the genre. Thanks in advance for your recommendations!
Yo, ‘Ring Shout’ by P. Djèlí Clark is pretty sick. It’s like historical horror with a supernatural twist. Mixes Lovecraftian stuff with real-world racism. Really intense and different from your usual horror books.
Victor LaValle’s ‘The Changeling’ is a wild ride. Starts normal, then gets creepy fast. Mixes folklore with modern fears. Definitely worth checking out!
Man, I’ve been digging into indie horror lately and stumbled on ‘Bitter Root’ by David F. Walker. It’s actually a graphic novel series, but it’s got some seriously creepy vibes. Set in the Harlem Renaissance, it’s all about monster hunters facing off against some nasty supernatural threats. The art is killer too. Definitely worth checking out if you’re into horror with a historical twist.
Tananarive Due’s ‘The Good House’ is killer. Haunted house story with a twist. Blends family drama and supernatural scares. Keeps you up at night.
I’ve heard good things about ‘The Deep’ by Rivers Solomon. It’s like underwater horror with a unique spin on merfolk mythology. Might be worth looking into if you want something different.