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On my fifth birthday a relative gifted me a black box filled with old horror, war, and superhero comics. On that day, my journey through the Weird began, and The Longbox of Darkness was born. Four decades of voracious reading later, and here we are.
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Classic Horror Reviewed – “We Have Always Lived in the Castle”
A review of a sentimental favorite - "We Have Always Lived in the Castle" by Shirley Jackson. The book, which explores themes of isolation, persecution, and mental illness, left a…
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A Look at the Evolution of Horror Comics
Horror comics, originating in the 1940s, have evolved through the years due to censorship battles, creative innovations, and storytelling shifts. Despite setbacks, such as the stringent Comics Code Authority guidelines…
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Overlooked Horror Gems: A Spotlight on Lesser-Known Movies, Novels, and Comics
The article explores lesser-known horror works across films, comics, and fiction. It highlights various obscure horror movies, focusing on their unique narratives and cinematic styles. It showcases noteworthy horror comics…
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“Howling Through the Night”: S2E6 Podcast Supplemental
The Longbox of Darkness's latest podcast episode explores the werewolf lore in three works: Marvel Comics' "Werewolf By Night", the 2002 horror film "Dog Soldiers", and Jack Williamson's novel "Darker…
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Horror Loci: 13 Terrifying Sentient Spaces
The Longbox of Darkness introduces a sub-genre of horror: malevolent sentient locales with a damaging consciousness. These terrifying destinations from literature and film exert a malevolent influence on their inhabitants,…
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“It Hurts My Brain!” – A Review of Adventures Into Terror Vol. 1
Dive into the shadowy depths of horror comics' golden age with our review of ‘Adventures into Terror Vol. 1' by Marvel and Fantagraphics. Unearth tales so wildly imaginative they'll twist…
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Horror’s Dirty Dozen: The Fear Fiction Edition
Unearth the terror as we assemble a team of nightmarish legends in "Horror's Dirty Dozen: Fear Fiction Edition." From ancient curses to eldritch abominations, join us—if you dare.
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The 25 Greatest Horror Comic Artists of All Time
In this post, we delve into the ghastly genius of the top 25 horror comic artists who've mastered the art of terror. From Bernie Wrightson’s eerie illustrations to Mike Mignola’s…
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Beyond the Known: H.P. Lovecraft’s Haunting Geographies
Venture into the eerie heart of H.P. Lovecraft’s horrific cosmos with a study of the strangest places offered up by his Cthulhu Mythos. From the sunken dread of R’lyeh to…
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The Quotable King
Dive into the eerie yet enlightening realms of Stephen King’s mind with “The Quotable King,” a collection of carefully curated quotes that unveil the master storyteller’s profound insights on fear,…
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Tomb of Dracula #10: “Blade…Unsheathed!”
Step into the chilling depths of Tomb of Dracula #10 where we unearth the first appearance of the most iconic vampire slayer in comics - Blade! It all starts in…
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S2 Episode 5 Podcast Supplemental: Who Scares You?
The Podcast Addendum post to Season 2 Episode 5 of The Longbox of Darkness podcast. We talk Top 10 Terrifying Comic Book Villains, a Wes Craven classic, and an art…
