Phantoms of Venice

Fantastic ghost and horror stories by the following award-winning authors: Brian Stableford, Peter  Tremayne, Anne Gay, Tim Lebbon, Conrad Williams, Cherry Wilder, Eddy C. Bertin, Mike Chinn, Pauline E. Dungate. The cover art is a stunning rendition of an otherworldly Venice by Harry O. Morris. And there’s a Foreword by Joel Lane, examining ghostly Venice stories from the past. The book is a limited edition hardback. (Shadow Publishing £19.99: ISBN 0-9539032-1-4).

WHAT THE REVIEWERS SAID:

“Ten stories of the supernatural and horror set in the city of Venice, a venue that, with its paradoxical atmosphere combining romance and decay, has always appealed to writers of such work... A collection that’s sure to be loudly applauded by those who appreciate dark fantasy and solid storytelling.” (The 3rd Alternative)

“... the reader plunges into some fine storytellers and their tales - with no gimmicks or overdone plots... Stories that twist and turn the reader until the end. A wild and wonderful tale told amidst the carnival of Venice (‘The Devil’s Comedy’), one which might come to be regarded a classic.” (Cemetery Dance)

“… a handsomely produced collection of ghost and horror stories… ranging from the present to the past, including some traditional ghost stories and others that are quite innovative.” (Science Fiction Chronicle)

“The mix of the everyday present with the mysteries and ancient rites of the past dominate most of the stories… absolutely recommended to lovers of better horror.” (Cerberus Online)

“What a brilliant idea and what an ideal companion on a trip to La Serenissima. Even before you open the book, you are attracted by the jacket design, an elegant modern version of a Canaletto Cappriccio by Harry Morris. The authors in this collection display considerable originality and variety… a very readable anthology.” (All Hallows)

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