Spine-Chilling Summer Reads

Great horror novels to read this summer
Here are five terrifying reads to make your Slasher Summer one to remember. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or hiding under the covers, these books are sure to give you the chills. Happy reading, and don’t forget to leave the lights on!“I Was A Teenage Slasher” by Stephen Graham Jones
Stephen Graham Jones is back with another knockout! Set in 1989, Lamesa, Texas—a small town fueled by oil and cotton where everyone knows each other's business—"I Was A Teenage Slasher" follows Tolly Driver, a seventeen-year-old with untapped potential. Stephen Graham Jones explores his Texas upbringing and the struggles of being an outsider through Tolly's chilling story. Cursed to kill for revenge, Tolly narrates his own bloody autobiography, turning this novel into a tragic, blood-curdling teen horror story that will have you rooting for the killer.“One Must Go” by Alex Reid
Next up, we have "One Must Go" by Alex Reid. This book is perfect for fans of psychological horror and survival stories. The premise is simple yet horrifying: a group of friends finds themselves in a deadly game where only one can survive. The tension is palpable, and the suspense builds with each page. Reid does a fantastic job of creating complex characters and putting them through hell. This one's perfect for those late-night reading sessions when you want to keep the lights on.“What Hides in the Cupboards” by Cassondra Windwalker
After a traumatic accident, ceramic artist Hesper Dunn leaves Chicago for the mystical deserts of New Mexico, only to find her new home is steeped in mystery. Haunted by love, guilt, and grief, Hesper must free trapped spirits to liberate herself. However, the lurking shadows hold deeper, more terrifying secrets than she ever imagined.“Horror Movie” by Paul Tremblay
Paul Tremblay is a household name in horror, and "Horror Movie" is a testament to his genius. In June 1993, a group of filmmakers created the disturbing art-house horror flick "Horror Movie" Only three scenes were ever released, yet it gained a rabid fanbase. Now, Hollywood is pushing for a reboot. The sole surviving cast member, "The Thin Kid," recalls the tragic and bizarre events of the original filming. As he navigates the reboot amid cynical producers and surreal fan conventions, reality and memory blur. "Horror Movie" is a chilling tale of obsession and psychological suspense, culminating in a mind-bending conclusion.“Mazi” by Koji A. Dae
Last but not least, "Mazi" by Koji A. Dae! On vacation at an isolated mountain villa in Bulgaria, Silvena feels watched by the wooden walls' knots. Her boyfriend's BDSM distractions fail as her hallucinations intensify after meeting a peculiar local woodcutter. Is he linked to her delusions? In "Mazi," Koji A. Dae weaves a seductive erotic horror inspired by personal experiences with kink and the harsh Balkan winters.
I Was A Teenage Slasher
By Stephen Graham JonesFrom New York Times bestselling horror writer Stephen Graham Jones comes a classic slasher story with a twist—perfect for fans of Riley Sager and Grady Hendrix.

Horror Movie
By Paul TremblayA chilling twist on the “cursed film” genre from the bestselling author of The Pallbearers Club and The Cabin at the End of the World.

One Must Go
By Alex ReidEvery year a new group is chosen. Every year there must be a sacrifice. A laughing, drunken god picks three middle school children for his deadly ritua

What Hides In The Cupboards
By Cassondra WindwalkerFollowing a traumatic accident, ceramic artist Hesper Dunn trades life in Chicago for the enchanted deserts of New Mexico. But not all is quaint, and it’s far from what it seems.

Mazi
By Koji A. DaeWhen Silvena and her boyfriend take a vacation at an isolated mountain villa in Bulgaria, she gets the unsettling sense she is being watched by the knots in the house's wooden walls.