SCAR

 In "Scargasam" Jake Bannerman's turn into non-theological horror has given us his new direction he calls "Dead End Twist" Imagine The Twilight Zone meets American Horror Story. In Scargasam the main character Dillion goes away to college and learns a lesson he will never forget. Love burns slowly. In this bizarre tale of coming of age love and mind control merge and the blackouts continue until a psychiatrist films him in a jail cell. Love will make you do unthinkable things... This book made my editor puke and almost refuse to work with me -J

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Gnaw released on the site

 

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The story behind “Gnaw” originally started with an idea about a guy and a girl from a small town in Nebraska having a contest to see who could collect the most blood from a virgin. The girl went to New York, and the rest evolved into “Gnaw.”

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The only thing out of stock is "Disciple" because it is not out yet

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New YA title "Tarot"

 Candy, a teenager uprooted from her swampy heaven in Baton Rouge to the glitzy hills of California, struggles to fit in with the local “cool kids” who dabble in witchy rituals. As she navigates the superficial world of her new peers, Candy finds herself drawn into eerie and unsettling events. When strange symptoms begin to plague her, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, leading to chilling consequences. “Tarot” is a gripping tale of fitting in, teenage trends, and the dark side of dabbling in the unknown.

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In the Bannerman household (yes, that is my name... kind of), there was no TV, radio, or phone conversations. Luckily, as the youngest, it did not affect me much. In fact, it did not affect me at all. My brothers and sister, who were teenagers, surely felt it was a bigger deal, given the top-secret transistor radio and the 45-record player hidden under my sister’s bed so she could listen to Shaun Cassidy records. She would force me to watch her giggle and swoon over him. Ugh, that hair.

I was complicit but sneaking around to watch Benny Hill did not do much for me. My brothers and sister thought it was hilarious. TV did not mean anything to me until I started going to my friend Robert Taylor’s house down the street on Beaver Street. Yes, I grew up on Beaver Street, and I have heard all the jokes.

Robert’s mother did not care if we watched TV, so we stayed up late. That is when my life changed—Comedy Court, baby! How do two hours of The Three Stooges change one’s life? Stick with me; we are just in the beginning. There are lots of words left, so follow your guide. Trust me, you do not want to get lost in these halls.

After the Stooges, they showed Classic Universal Monster movies: Frankenstein, The Wolfman, The Mummy, and The Invisible Man. Dude, it was like the first time I heard The Beatles. It was monumental, and many years later, here I am writing horror books. I am known for writing extreme theological horror, often described as psychological torture. Nothing in my main body of work is meant for the faint-hearted, especially not children.

Today, kids are spoiled with CGI and do not know what it is like to be truly scared. They start with The Evil Dead. Our generation? We were lucky if our parents let us watch The Great Pumpkin. The Twilight Zone and Alfred Hitchcock fueled my imagination, along with my best friends, the Universal Monsters.

I wanted to write something for a younger audience—something a few steps above Goosebumps and a few steps below Scream. I aim to do it in true Bannerman fashion. Named after a Slayer song, we join thirteen paranormal investigators in Iowa. This is a ghost story unlike any you have read, tinged with theological fear and a dead-end twist you will never forget.

Spooky Books Titles now available

Boston https://horrorink.square.site/product/boston-bannerman-ya-readers-13-audio/39?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false   In "Boston," a reporter sets out to uncover the secret recipes behind a famous deli in Boston that keeps lines out the door. What begins as a simple investigation quickly turns bizarre when he encounters a gum-smacking receptionist, who seems more like a clown, and a bunch of men with the same last name. Despite his best efforts, the reporter finds no records of the recipes. As he delves deeper, the true nature of the deli's secret starts to emerge, putting him in grave danger. If he’s not careful, he might end up "on the road" in a way he never expected. This puzzling short story by acclaimed horror author Jake Bannerman is the first installment in the "Sick Cities" collection, written for young adult readers aged 13 and up. With his trademark Dead End Twist, Bannerman will keep readers guessing until the end. (short story available in ebook or audio )

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"The Ghost of Salem" is a riveting paranormal thriller set in the eerie town of Salem, where history and the supernatural intertwine. The story follows Todd, a skeptical journalist, who joins a ghost hunt led by The Ghost Geeks, a group of local paranormal investigators who recently skyrocketed to fame with a Netflix deal.

Todd, despite his disbelief in the supernatural, is drawn into the investigation by the promise of a good story. He finds himself in a decrepit, century-old house, two towns over from his office, with a distasteful expression as he navigates through rooms filled with the stale scent of dust and mildew.

The ghost hunters lead the way through dark hallways and rooms with their flashlights, calling out to the spirits they claim haunt the residence. The atmosphere in the basement, with its creaky, warped wooden stairs, feels like a scene straight out of a John Carpenter film.

As they turn a corner, the hunters' gadgets suddenly go haywire. Todd watches in stunned silence as a shadowy figure crosses the threshold of a distant room in the basement. Acting on impulse, he pulls out a hidden .22 and fires at the apparition. The scream that follows is otherworldly, echoing eerily before the "ghost" hits the ground with a thump.

The Fee now available in audio

The book's central theme revolves around the idea of a "fee"—a debt owed to an unseen and malevolent force. As the characters' lives intertwine, they uncover a chilling pattern of death, retribution, and supernatural occurrences that suggest their destinies are being manipulated by a sinister power. The plot unfolds with a relentless sense of dread as Bannerman masterfully blends psychological horror with elements of the supernatural, creating an atmosphere of palpable tension and fear.Ba.nnerman's writing is characterized by its gritty realism and vivid descriptions, immersing readers in a world where the line between reality and nightmare is constantly blurred. The characters are deeply flawed and complex, making their struggles and fears all the more compelling. "The Fee" is not just a tale of horror but also a profound exploration of guilt, redemption, and the haunting consequences of our actions.

51 minutes long 

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Wisdom Teaser

"WISDOM" is an unsettling, darkly humorous tale where a depressed virgin, Janet, meets the love of her life, Philibert, only to surprise her friends with his bizarre fetish. As friends reunite at a Chinese restaurant, they are rocked by Philibert’s peculiar obsession, unaware of the horrors lurking in the warehouse he calls home. The story, reminiscent of an X-Files episode, unveils Philibert's chilling secret: a warehouse filled with thousands of mason jars stacked with teeth and pint-sized plastic bags of blood. This narrative takes you on a twisted dating journey, extracting fears like wisdom teeth, and turning an innocent romance into a macabre mystery.

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*Wisdom is a short story

 

New!

 “When I’m God” by Jake Bannerman

In a city gripped by fear and chaos, a series of gruesome events unfold, each more horrifying than the last. This collection of interconnected stories delves into the darkest corners of human nature and the supernatural, challenging the boundaries of reality and sanity. Each story in “When I’m God” weaves a tapestry of horror and suspense, exploring the depths of human depravity and the supernatural forces that lurk just beyond the veil of reality. As the characters confront their darkest fears, they are forced to question their beliefs and their very sanity.

This title is a short story part of "The Dead End Seies"

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Interview with Corpse Child

 1. Tell us a little about yourself and your writing background.

I am 23 years old, living on Gastonia, N.C. I have been writing since I was 17 years old,

and it was in 2020 that I began writing my first Novella, “Mortimer”.

2. What inspired you to start writing, and what keeps you motivated to continue?

I was inspired mainly by the books I was ingesting at the time, mainly King, Barker,

Lovecraft, and a hint of Poe. My dream and passion to be able to make writing horror

fiction is what keeps me wanting to continue.

3. Who are some of your biggest literary influences, and how have they impacted your writing

style?

My biggest sources of inspiration, I must say, because of their vivid scenery and

grotesque themes alone, must be Clive Barker and H.P. Lovecraft.

4. Can you give us an overview of your latest book and what inspired its storyline?

My latest tome of terror, my first full-length novel, “To Hunt Wraiths”, follows the story of

the ressurected Derick Lander, who is killed in a car crash and brought back, tasked by

the creator to destroy the forces that seek to bring about the end of existence itself. This

one was mainly inspired by “The Crow” by James O’Barr and the late 90s TV series,

“Brimstone”.

5. What themes do you explore in your writing, and why are they important to you?

Primarily, themes of shattered innocence, existentialism, and of the illusion of safety

being shattered. These are the core fundamentals within the art of fear, and of the times

of my life spent in internal anguish.

6. Could you share some insights into your writing process? Do you follow a specific routine or

have any unique habits?**

I mainly measure the days by word count. 1 day = 1,000 words written into SOMETHING.

7. Which of your characters do you relate to the most, and why?

Of all the ones I’ve written, the one I’d relate to the most is one from my yet unreleased

Gothic horror romance novel, “From Blood, With Love”, the vampire, Ducard Rovenclau.

Driven by the lustful whims of his witch mistress, he is commanded to spread his

vampiric plague throughout the countryside. He must decide whether to listen to his

heart, or his reason as a man.

8. How do you engage with your readers, and what role does social media play in your

connection with them?

I primarily engage with readers through my various social channels, and through my

email list.

9. Where can readers find and purchase your books? Do you have any upcoming events or

book signings?**

Amazon, Godless, and in my Citadel at www.corpsechildssanctuary.com/shop

10. What advice would you give to aspiring authors who are looking to get their work published?

Focus on yourself, don’t rely on others. They can be good allies, but in the end, your

sucess will depend on you. And don’t think too hard on HOW to write the story. The

BEST writing advice any author can actually give to another is three words: Just Fucking

Write!

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updates and connect with you online?

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Instagram — @corpsechild2001

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Corpse Child’s Sanctuary (Author website):

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