halloween – April A. Taylor

FreakShow & Tell: An Impressive One-Man Show

November 3, 2019November 3, 2019 by April A. Taylor, posted in Horror Experiences

A review of Thom Britton's one-man show, FreakShow & Tell.

Gothic Horror Explained: How it’s Different from Standard Horror

October 31, 2018November 4, 2019 by April A. Taylor, posted in Horror Writing, writing

What's the difference between Gothic horror, horror, and a ghost story? Find out the basics elements of Gothic horror, along with how it compares to ghost stories and the rest of the horror genre.

Byline: The Right Way To Celebrate An Authentic Pagan Halloween

September 30, 2017October 3, 2017 by April A. Taylor, posted in Horror Writing

Have you ever wondered how the Western World altered the Pagan holiday of Samhain and ended up with modern Halloween? This byline of mine at Ranker.com explores what a traditional Samhain looks like, including a ritual bonfire, costumes, apple bobbing and getting drunk. Interested in similar content? Be sure to check out my extensive collection … Continue reading Byline: The Right Way To Celebrate An Authentic Pagan Halloween

April A. Taylor is a Michigan horror author who also writes psychological thrillers, paranormal mysteries, and dark fairy tales. The Haunting of Cabin Green appeared on several Best Horror Books of 2018 lists. Sinkhole: A Horror Story is featured as one of the Best Horror Books of 2019 by Grit Daily. She pens survival horror novels, gothic horror novels, and terrifying horror fiction. Find her horror paperbacks on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Also, look for her horror Kindle books and Kindle Unlimited horror books.