Christian Francis

A tense and claustrophobic nightmare, this cult-classic is widely considered one of the best horror films of the 21st century. Written and directed by Neil Marshall, the director of Dog Soldiers and Hellboy, as well as episodes of Game of Thrones, Westworld and Hannibal. Scream your last breath. After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.

In the heart of the decaying Lower East Side, Officer Teresa Mallory lies in a coma, her body shattered. She should be dead... but something won't let her go. Meanwhile, Detective Lieutenant Stan Moonjean doesn't believe in ghosts, until the bodies start piling up again. The signs all point to the Maniac Cop, back from the dead once more From the cult horror film comes a chilling novelization filled with suspense, action, and undead vengeance-Maniac Cop is back on patrol. Based on the original screenplay by Larry Cohen

The Maniac Cop is back from the dead and stalking the streets of New York once more. Officer Matt Cordell was once a hero, but after being framed by corrupt superiors and brutally assaulted in prison, he sets out on a macabre mission of vengeance, teaming up with a vicious serial killer to track down those who wronged him and make them pay... with their lives From the cult horror film comes a chilling novelization filled with suspense, action, and undead vengeance-Maniac Cop is back on patrol. Based on the screenplay by Larry Cohen

He was a hero. Then he was framed. Now he's something else. In the shadows of New York City, a brutal force stalks the streets-one that wears a badge, but serves no justice. Officer Matt Cordell was once a cop with a reputation for doing things his own way... until corruption sent him to prison and betrayal left him for dead. But Cordell didn't die. Not really. Now he's back. Undead. Unstoppable... And out for vengeance. This pulse-pounding collection brings together the full Maniac Cop saga, capturing the gritty mayhem, explosive action, and undead retribution of the cult classic trilogy. As body counts rise and the city turns against itself, only a few brave souls stand between Cordell and total chaos. Based on the original screenplays by Larry Cohen

He was a hero. Then he was framed. Now he's something else. In the shadows of New York City, a brutal force stalks the streets-one that wears a badge, but serves no justice. Officer Matt Cordell was once a cop with a reputation for doing things his own way... until corruption sent him to prison and betrayal left him for dead. But Cordell didn't die. Not really. Now he's back. Undead. Unstoppable... And out for vengeance. This pulse-pounding collection brings together the full Maniac Cop saga, capturing the gritty mayhem, explosive action, and undead retribution of the cult classic trilogy. As body counts rise and the city turns against itself, only a few brave souls stand between Cordell and total chaos. Based on the original screenplays by Larry Cohen

In the heart of New York City, innocent people are being slaughtered in cold blood-by someone wearing a police uniform. As fear grips the streets, rookie officer Jack Forrest becomes the prime suspect after the brutal murder of his own wife. But Jack isn't the killer... and the real threat is far more terrifying. Lieutenant Frank McCrae's investigation uncovers a horrifying truth: a relentless, inhuman force is stalking the city-a man once sworn to serve and protect, now back from the grave and out for blood. As the body count rises and the department closes ranks, McCrae and Forrest must race to uncover the secret behind the badge before the city is drowned in its own blood. From the cult horror film comes a chilling novelization filled with suspense, action, and undead vengeance-Maniac Cop is back on patrol. Based on the screenplay by Larry Cohen

The First Power is the official novelization of the 1990 supernatural thriller, written and directed by Robert Resnikoff. Based on the original screenplay, this novel delivers the high-stakes action, horror, and supernatural tension that made the film unforgettable. Detective Russell Logan thought he had ended Patrick Channing's reign of terror. The serial killer was caught, sentenced to death, and executed. But some killers don't stay dead. Channing returns-stronger, faster, and more dangerous than ever. No longer bound by human limitations, he possesses supernatural abilities that make him nearly unstoppable. With nowhere to run, Logan must hunt a killer who doesn't play by the rules of the living. As the body count rises, Logan's only hope lies in Tess Seaton, a psychic with disturbing visions of the evil lurking in the shadows. Together, they must unravel Channing's dark past before he claims his next victim. But how do you stop a killer who has already died? Why You Need The First Power✔ Must-Read for Supernatural Thriller Fans - Perfect for those who love intense action, occult horror, and deadly cat-and-mouse games.✔ A True Screenplay Adaptation - based on Robert Resnikoff's script, this novelization dives deeper into the film's characters and supernatural themes and gives you so, so much more... even a whole new ending ✔ Relentless, Gripping, and Unpredictable - If you love thrillers where the stakes keep escalating, this book will have you hooked from the first page. Whether you're revisiting The First Power or discovering its supernatural horror for the first time, this official novelization brings the cult classic to life in a whole new way. Featuring a foreword by Lou Diamond Phillips and an introduction by Robert Resnikoff.

Not all last days are the end, some are just the beginning. An exciting new cross-genre anthology featuring David W. Adams, Dihn Bailey, Eric Breau, C. Britt, Lacy Chantell, T. L. Combs, Sarah Cook, Atlas Creed, M. K. Dockery, H. E. Gober, D. L. Golden, Nicholas Grady, J. L. Heath, Dartanyan Johnson, Georgia C. Leigh, Jessie Maker, Alexia Muelle-Rushbrook, N. R. Phoenix, S. F. Rogers, A. D. Small and Chris WilliamsThese are stories of love, death, loss, rebirth and renewal. These are stories of horror, fantasy, drama, grief, the apocalypse and everything in between. From the haunting prologue that sets the stage in a world where towering skyscrapers crumble into skeletal ruins, to the poignant epilogue that reflects on the last glimmer of hope in a cosmos destined for oblivion, this anthology delves deep into the human psyche. Whether it's a mother grappling with the loss of her family, a lone survivor hiding from "bacon zombies" in a hidden cave, or a desperate soul seeking redemption in a world without light, the stories in The Last Day Under the Sun are a testament to the resilience and despair of the human spirit. Contributors to this anthology include established and emerging voices in fiction, each bringing their own style and vision to the end times. Readers will be captivated by the blend of horror, science fiction, comedy, drama and existential reflection as they journey through a world with all kinds of endings. The Last Day Under the Sun offers a compelling and unforgettable reading experience that lingers long after the final page is turned. Will you face your end with hope, fear, or something else entirely?

Session 9 The Official Novelization, is based on the classic 2001 motion picture by acclaimed director Brad Anderson. Released 23 years after the film first haunted audiences, this new novel by horror and dark fantasy author Christian Francis arrives just in time for the spooky season, promising to deliver a wealth of fresh nightmares to a new generation. Francis, known for his gripping novelizations of Wishmaster, Titan Find/Creature and Vamp, delves deeper into the eerie madness that made Session 9 such a horror gem. Set against the backdrop of the real-life abandoned mental institution, the Danvers State Hospital, the film's atmospheric dread is reimagined on the page in Francis' adept hands. This novel expands on the film's screenplay, offering fans new insights into the characters' psyches and unveiling more twisted, dark secrets from within the sinister asylum." Bringing Session 9 into a literary form has been a huge honor for me," said Francis. "Brad's movie is a personal favorite since I sat in the cinema watching it back in '01, and I relished being able to expand on its themes and explore the horrors within. My novelization is not only a tribute to Brad's amazing creation, but also an invitation to revisit the fear that it first inspired in audiences."​​​​​​​Featuring a foreword by Brad Anderson

Session 9 The Official Novelization, is based on the classic 2001 motion picture by acclaimed director Brad Anderson. Released 23 years after the film first haunted audiences, this new novel by horror and dark fantasy author Christian Francis arrives just in time for the spooky season, promising to deliver a wealth of fresh nightmares to a new generation. Francis, known for his gripping novelizations of Wishmaster, Titan Find/Creature and Vamp, delves deeper into the eerie madness that made Session 9 such a horror gem. Set against the backdrop of the real-life abandoned mental institution, the Danvers State Hospital, the film's atmospheric dread is reimagined on the page in Francis' adept hands. This novel expands on the film's screenplay, offering fans new insights into the characters' psyches and unveiling more twisted, dark secrets from within the sinister asylum." Bringing Session 9 into a literary form has been a huge honor for me," said Francis. "Brad's movie is a personal favorite since I sat in the cinema watching it back in '01, and I relished being able to expand on its themes and explore the horrors within. My novelization is not only a tribute to Brad's amazing creation, but also an invitation to revisit the fear that it first inspired in audiences."​​​​​​​Featuring a foreword by Brad Anderson

Step into 'The Devil and The Deep, ' a spine-tingling journey through the darkest of fantasy and the most terrifying of horrors. Seventeen years after a harrowing exorcism, echoes of evil begin to resurface in the coastal town of Port Gaynor. Soon the tranquility of life begins to unravel, and the thin veil between sanity and madness blurs. A blood-soaked prophecy is unleashed and the residents once again find themselves caught in an ungodly web. Christian Francis will drag you kicking and screaming through a world of demons, cults and Old Gods, promising a thrilling, violent, and bizarre ride for anyone who dares to turn its pages. This novel also contains four bonus short stories of the strange and scary.