James Aquilone

The Night Stalker returns-- and this time, he's facing the legends of horror themselves. From the creators behind Killadelphia, Count Crowley, and 30 Days of Night comes a chilling new graphic novel from Monstrous. Hard-nosed reporter Carl Kolchak-- monster hunter, skeptic, and midnight truth-seeker-- finds himself caught in the crossfire of myth and nightmare as he uncovers the terrifying truth behind the world's most infamous creatures. This deluxe edition collects Issues #1-3 of Kolchak Meets the Classic Monsters: - " Kolchak Meets the Werewolf and Count Crowley" -- by writer David Dastmalchian and artist Lukas Ketner - " Kolchak Meets Frankenstein" -- by writer Steve Niles and artist George Quadros - " Kolchak Meets Dracula" -- by writer Rodney Barnes and artist Justin Mason - Plus, an exclusive bonus story, " Kolchak Meets Konga" -- by writer James Aquilone and artist Zac Atkinson

Prepare yourself for a chilling journey through the American frontier with Blood and Bullets, an anthology featuring three gripping novellas that blend horror, paranormal elements, and the harsh realities of the Old West."American Devil" by James Aquilone: In a suspenseful twist on historical horror, Randall Bond, a determined psychic bounty hunter, faces his most daunting challenge yet: capturing H.H. Holmes, America's first serial killer, who has escaped from prison. With dark forces at play and the line between predator and prey blurring, Bond must navigate a treacherous landscape where the hunt turns into a battle for survival."The Deadwood Deal" by Michael Knost: Dive into the shadows of Wild Bill Hickok's final moments in The Deadwood Deal. Michael Knost unravels the hidden truths behind Jack McCall's infamous act of betrayal, revealing the dark and supernatural forces that orchestrated the tragic fate of one of the most legendary gunfighters of the Old West. This tale of vengeance and dark partnership will leave you questioning the true nature of evil."Elijah's Elixir" by Keith Lansdale: Elijah's quest for easy money takes a sinister turn in Elijah's Elixir. Joined by Rose, a tarot reader with a troubled past, and Luther, an enigmatic companion, Elijah finds himself entangled in a web of supernatural mystery and personal demons. As they unravel the secrets of a strange town and confront their own haunted pasts, they discover that nothing is ever as simple as it seems.Blood and Bullets brings together dark, action-packed stories that push the boundaries of Western fiction with supernatural and horror elements. Perfect for fans of paranormal Westerns and gritty, suspenseful narratives, this anthology offers a unique blend of historical intrigue and supernatural terror.

Prepare yourself for a chilling journey through the American frontier with Blood and Bullets, an anthology featuring three gripping novellas that blend horror, paranormal elements, and the harsh realities of the Old West."American Devil" by James Aquilone: In a suspenseful twist on historical horror, Randall Bond, a determined psychic bounty hunter, faces his most daunting challenge yet: capturing H.H. Holmes, America's first serial killer, who has escaped from prison. With dark forces at play and the line between predator and prey blurring, Bond must navigate a treacherous landscape where the hunt turns into a battle for survival."The Deadwood Deal" by Michael Knost: Dive into the shadows of Wild Bill Hickok's final moments in The Deadwood Deal. Michael Knost unravels the hidden truths behind Jack McCall's infamous act of betrayal, revealing the dark and supernatural forces that orchestrated the tragic fate of one of the most legendary gunfighters of the Old West. This tale of vengeance and dark partnership will leave you questioning the true nature of evil."Elijah's Elixir" by Keith Lansdale: Elijah's quest for easy money takes a sinister turn in Elijah's Elixir. Joined by Rose, a tarot reader with a troubled past, and Luther, an enigmatic companion, Elijah finds himself entangled in a web of supernatural mystery and personal demons. As they unravel the secrets of a strange town and confront their own haunted pasts, they discover that nothing is ever as simple as it seems.Blood and Bullets brings together dark, action-packed stories that push the boundaries of Western fiction with supernatural and horror elements. Perfect for fans of paranormal Westerns and gritty, suspenseful narratives, this anthology offers a unique blend of historical intrigue and supernatural terror.

THRILLING MYSTERIES OF THE MACABRE Throughout history and infinite dimensions, there exists a secret group of supernatural investigators operating on the fringes of society, lurking in the shadows, working strange cases with little reward. They are hardboiled zombies and ghosts, mythological creatures, ass-kicking vampires, tortured humans, and uncanny sleuths whose normal is the bizarre and weird.Now, for the first time, Kevin J. Anderson, Steve Niles, Nancy A. Collins, Joe R. Lansdale & Kasey Lansdale, David Avallone, Jonathan Maberry, Lisa Morton, Nancy Holder & Alan Philipson, John Jennings, Tim Waggoner, Jeff Strand, Rena Mason, and James Aquilone bring their weird investigators together for Dead Detectives Society #1, a one-of-a-kind anthology of 13 all-new stories.With 13 illustrations in the print editions

A SOUL IS A TERRIBLE THING TO WASTE In the second book in the Dead Jack series, the zombie detective hits rock bottom, bingeing on fairy dust and formaldehyde 24/7. Reluctantly, he sets out with a fellow zombie, the narcissistic Garry, to find his long-lost soul. But a new threat emerges: a neo-Nazi group that hunts down the depressed corpse, believing his sidekick Oswald has the power to capture all the souls in Pandemonium. Again, the wicked world needs saving, but this time can Jack also save himself? NOVELS IN THE SERIES: DEAD JACK AND THE PANDEMONIUM DEVICE (BOOK 1)DEAD JACK AND THE SOUL CATCHER (BOOK 2)DEAD JACK AND THE OLD GODS (BOOK 3)SHORT STORIES: "Dead Jack and the Case of the Amorous Ogre""Dead Jack and the Case of the Creepy Cryptid""Dead Jack and Oswald Meet Frankenstein"

23 Tales of Horror and Humor from James Aquilone This collection has everything Sassy robots, bloodthirsty spirits, a guy who's forced to watch TV and eat nachos, superheroes who are lame, a story about a zombie who searches for meaning in a world plagued by humans. If you like to pee your pants, there's a hysterical story about a redneck telepath who tortures a poor schlub for no reason. And if that's not enough, you get the first Dead Jack short story and a sneak peek at the novel "Dead Jack and the Pandemonium Device." The collection contains the following stories: MADNESS6 Attempts at Winning Jennifer's HeartHead to HeadSimon Clash: The Galaxy's Greatest HeroBad Poets SocietyPrincess or PoisonNo Place for a HeroThe League of Lame SuperheroesInner DragonMy So-Called Life in RerunsDo Stand-Up Bots Dream of Electric Hecklers?So You've Metamorphosed Into a Giant Insect. Now What? MAYHEMHart HouseThe Zombie Who Had a NameGoogle News Alerts for the End of the WorldTeatime With Mrs. MonsterThe Baseball GodsA Day to End All DaysCircle of PowerInsectivoraciousThe Great WorkShe Will Be Home for ChristmasThe Grimlorn Under the Mountain DEAD JACKThe Case of the Amorous OgreDead Jack and the Pandemonium Device (First Chapter)

"Dead Jack is wicked fun Undead noir with a devious sense of humor. Highly recommended " - Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Patient Zero and Rot & Ruin JACK WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR DUST-MAYBE EVEN SAVE THE WORLD Dead Jack and the Pandemonium Device kicks off a wild and irreverent fantasy / horror series following the exploits of a zombie detective and his homunculus frenemy. In the fast-paced novel, the drug-addicted zombie detective and his shapeshifting sidekick battle and outsmart supernatural creatures, from tough-guy leprechauns to sex-obsessed shark women and insane bat gods, in a hellish, alternate New York City of the 1940s. The series is being developed for film and TV. Read Dead Jack and the Pandemonium Device now before it hits the screen The book also features three interior illustrations.