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Top Post Apocalyptic & Dystopian Books Of All Time
Here’s a deep dive into 20 of the best post-apocalyptic & dystopian books of all time—spanning the classics and modern stand-outs. These works shape how we think about broken societies, survival, and the edge of humanity. I’ve grouped them into two main categories (Dystopian / Breakdown of society + Post-Apocalyptic / After the collapse) but many…
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Spooky Books Based On Amazon Best Sellers
Spooky Reading List 1) Modern Gothic & Haunted-House Vibes The Reformatory by Tananarive DueA richly researched, deeply unsettling ghost story set in a Jim Crow–era reform school. Due blends historical horror with a supernatural reckoning that feels both intimate and epic. It’s become a steady presence near the top of Amazon’s horror lists, and for good…
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The Ghosts in the Machine
How the Golden Age and New Wave Titans Forged Modern Sci-Fi By Joey Stardust, Lurking Fear Publishingwww.lurkingfear.com Pull up a chair, space cadets and cyber-surfers. Grab a synth-ale or a steaming mug of recaf. We’re going on an excavation. Not into the radioactive ruins of some forgotten Earth, but into the foundational strata of the…
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Beyond the Battlefield: Why Romantasy is Conquering Bookshelves
Here at Lurking Fear Publishing, we live and breathe the dark, the strange, and the speculative. We champion the eerie quiet of a derelict spaceship, the visceral thrill of a well-rolled D20, and the chilling dread of what lurks in the shadows. But there’s another force in the genre world that’s just as powerful, one…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LURKER IN THE PINES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:Â The Real Social CompanyTitle:Â Lurker in the PinesAuthor:Â Joey StardustGenre:Â Psychological Thriller / Supernatural MysteryPublication Date:Â 2025 www.lurkingfear.com PRESS RELEASE DESCRIPTION Joey Stardust Unveils Lurker in the Pines: A Haunting Descent into Memory, Fear, and the Darkness Between Worlds In Lurker in the Pines, acclaimed storyteller Joey Stardust delivers a chilling psychological thriller that blurs the line between memory and…
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The Art of the Pseudonym:
How Pen Names Unlock New Literary Identities A name is a powerful thing. It carries expectations, histories, and identities. For writers, sometimes one name isn’t enough to contain all the stories they need to tell. Enter the pen name—that delicious literary disguise that has empowered authors for centuries to reinvent themselves, cross boundaries, and explore the…
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🧶 The Knitting Detective Series:
🧶 The Knitting Detective Series: Cozy Mysteries with a Twist of Yarn In the quiet town of Harmony Creek, life looks simple—neighbors chat on porches, knitting circles hum with laughter, and everyone knows your name. But beneath the warm smiles and quilted charm lies something far darker. Secrets knot themselves into everyday life, and only two…
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How Climate Fiction is Reshaping Science Fiction Narratives
A Readers Guide The rise of cli-fi and its transformation of speculative storytelling By Joey Stardust | Lurking Fear Publishing Science fiction has always been a mirror held up to society’s greatest hopes and fears. From alien invasions to robot uprisings, the genre has explored countless scenarios of transformation and catastrophe. But in recent years,…
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The 5 Elements of Science Fiction
A Writer’s Framework Exploring the building blocks of speculative storytelling Science fiction has captivated readers for generations, transporting us to distant galaxies, alternate timelines, and futures both utopian and dystopian. But what makes a story truly science fiction? Author Joey Stardust at Lurking Fear Publishing has identified five essential elements that form the foundation of…
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The History Of Paladin Press
Key Takeaways The Paladin Press Origin Founding Vision Early Years Core Mission A Controversial Catalog Survivalism Texts Unconventional Warfare Self-Defense Manuals Locksmithing Guides Defining Paladin Press Works 1. Hit Man 2. Ragnar’s Guides 3. The Anarchist Cookbook 4. Get Even 5. Kill or Get Killed Navigating Public Outcry Legal Battles Media Portrayal First Amendment Debates…