Monique Snyman’s Hall of Horror: Werewolves, Witches, and Mothman, Oh My!

I am proud to present a new segment on my website: Monique Snyman’s Hall of Horrors. 😊 Now, I bet you’re already wondering what I’m going on about this time. Well, sit back and get comfortable, because from this month onward, I’ll be curating a list of either upcoming or recently released horror books that you absolutely, positively need to read. I’ll also be telling you why these books should be on your TBR (To-Be-Read) list.

Are the lights on? Do you have your favorite online bookstore’s page ready? In that case, let’s get that adrenaline rushing!

Monique Snyman’s Hall of Horror – June 2022

Throw me to the Wolves by Lindy Ryan and Christopher Brooks

Released May 24, 2022

If you’re looking for a paranormal novel that’s got a Southern twist, then look no further than Throw me to the Wolves by Lindy Ryan and Christopher Brooks. It’s twisty and juicy and features supernatural creatures like werewolves, ghosts, witches … heck, it’s got something for everyone. I truly enjoyed how engaging this book was and I can’t wait for the sequel. Throw me to the Wolves, in my opinion, is perfect for True Blood fans.

Hide by Kiersten White

Released May 24, 2022

When “challenges” get creepy and murder-y, I get all warm and fuzzy. And that’s exactly what happens in Hide, it seems. According to the synopsis: the challenge is to spend a week hiding in an abandoned amusement park (ooooh!) and not get caught (double ooooh!). Obviously, things are going to get out of hand, the synopsis says as much, but how far will critically acclaimed author, Kiersten White, push this novel? I’m itching to get this one read just to find out.

Aurora by David Koepp

Released June 07, 2022

Technically Aurora by David Koepp is being marketed as a thriller, but I’ll be honest … the synopsis screams disaster horror or dystopia. I mean, when a catastrophic global event transpires, it’s going to probably catch my attention. What’s more, Aurora is described as “eerie” and compared to Under the Dome and Project Hail Mary. Sign me up!

Little Bird by Tiffany Meuret

Released June 07, 2022

Gardeners beware, there’s something lurking out there. Tiffany Meuret has crafted a terrifying, albeit fun horror novel that will make you want to keep those weeds at bay. As the tale progresses, things quickly spiral out of control, and the tension keeps you turning the pages. Little Bird is, for the most part, a psychological horror that’ll make you question the protagonist’s sanity for quite a while.

Silk Hills by Ryan Ferrier and Brian Level

Released June 14, 2022

Silk Hills is a graphic novel that plays off in a small Appalachian town, somewhere where the Mothman legend is the only reason tourists come to visit. Of course, things aren’t completely what they seem, and let’s be honest, no horror afficionado wants anything to be “normal”. We want the creepy stuff. Now, if you like folklore and mythology, I have a sneaky suspicion you may also be intrigued by anything Mothman-related, which means you’re likely going to want to get your hands on Silk Hills. I can’t wait for the release. Eeep!

Juniper & Thorn by Ava Reid

Released June 21, 2022

There’s nothing quite like a good ol’ gothic horror retelling to get your blood pumping, and Ava Reid’s Juniper & Thorn—a retelling of The Juniper Tree—looks like it’ll hit all the right spots. While I haven’t had the privilege of reading this book yet, it is described as being set in another time and place within the world of The Wolf and the Woodsman, where a young witch seeks to discover her identity and escape the domination of her wizard father. Sounds fun!

Not Good for Maidens by Tori Bovalino

Released June 21, 2022

Described as Salem’s Lot meets The Darkest Part of the Forest, this horror-fantasy retelling of Christina Rossetti’s “Goblin Market” is one I can’t wait to get my hands on. Not Good for Maidens seems like a really exciting young-adult novel based on the synopsis. Filled with magic, twists and turns, and some haunting prose, I can’t wait to get my hands on this bad boy.