Review: Ten Twisty Tales - Teresa Bassett - April 2024 As October approached its spookiest threshold, I found myself yearning for a collection that would not only entertain but also leave me pondering long after the last page was turned. Enter **Ten Twisty Tales** by UK author Teresa Bassett, a young adult short story anthology that perfectly embodies the eerie essence of the season. Each narrative is a suspenseful exploration of childhood rebellion, revenge, and the incredible weight that a single choice can carry. Bassett's deft storytelling captivates the reader from the first tale, weaving a rich tapestry of emotions and moral quandaries. These stories follow naughty kids who, in their quest for retribution or excitement, find themselves backed into corners where split-second decisions can end lives or irrevocably change their paths. The recurring theme that choices—no matter how trivial they may seem at the time—can have far-reaching consequences resonates deeply throughout t...

Review: A Haunted Road Atlas - And That's Why We Drink Podcasters Em and Christine - May 2022 For fans of the paranormal, true crime, and quirky travel adventures, *A Haunted Road Atlas* by Em and Christine from the hit podcast *And That’s Why We Drink* is an absolute gem. Volume 1 of this atlas is a must-have for anyone who loves a little mystery mixed into their vacations—or just enjoys traveling from the comfort of their armchair. Whether you’re looking for notorious crime scenes, haunted locales, or offbeat oddity museums, this guide is your ultimate travel companion. Pack your bags with essentials like a Ouija board, wine bra, and a holy water squirt gun, because this road trip takes you through the creepiest, most intriguing parts of the country. The book stays true to the podcast’s signature humor and charm, providing plenty of laughs while delving into some of the spookiest and most sinister stories around. Whether you're a die-hard listener of *And That’s Why We Drink*...

Review: The Stranger Upstairs - Lisa M. Matlin - September 2023 I recently saw this book on Instagram and it caught my attention as the cover is pretty with the pinks and blues. Also being October when I try and read the odd Spooky read, I figured this one was perfect as what better book to read in October than one with a haunted house? The book starts with Sarah Slade and her husband Joe buying a house in a wealthy area with the hopes of doing it up and selling it. They got the house at an amazingly cheap price, the catch though was it is known as The Murder House as several deaths have occurred there over the years, the most famous one was Susan who was murdered by her husband right in the bedroom where Sarah sleeps. Sarah has her dark secrets though as she is a practicing therapist and bestseller of a self-help book, the thing though is everything about her life including her marriage is a sham. You see Sarah isn't even a Sarah. She is one of those people who can adapt to some...