In 1972, Kolchak: The Night Stalker transfixed audiences. The movie became the highest-rated TV movie in U.S. history and spawned the cult TV series starring Darren McGavin. The TV movie was written by horror legend and novelist Richard Matheson (I Am Legend) and based on an unpublished novel by Jeff Rice, which ended up being published the following year.
Now, Bloody Disgusting has learned that Bram Stoker Award-winning editor and writer James Aquilone and Monstrous Books have acquired the print rights to Kolchak and will be releasing a limited edition of Jeff Rice’s original, cult novel. The new, deluxe hardcover edition will feature a new foreword by writer and actor David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley; Late Night with the Devil), an all-new afterword by writer and producer Rodney Barnes (Killadelphia), and a cover and spot illustrations by Russ Braun (The Boys).
The Monstrous Books deluxe hardcover edition of Kolchak: The Night Stalker...
Now, Bloody Disgusting has learned that Bram Stoker Award-winning editor and writer James Aquilone and Monstrous Books have acquired the print rights to Kolchak and will be releasing a limited edition of Jeff Rice’s original, cult novel. The new, deluxe hardcover edition will feature a new foreword by writer and actor David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley; Late Night with the Devil), an all-new afterword by writer and producer Rodney Barnes (Killadelphia), and a cover and spot illustrations by Russ Braun (The Boys).
The Monstrous Books deluxe hardcover edition of Kolchak: The Night Stalker...
- 5/22/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Described as “Doctor Who turned up to Ocean’s 11,” The Omega Eleven #1 takes readers on an adventure to Camelot for a seemingly impossible heist in Merlin's realm, and with the first issue of the five-issue series now on Kickstarter, Daily Dead had the pleasure of catching up with writer James Aquilone and artist Zac Atkinson in a new Q&a feature to discuss their unique new take on a timeless literary character (and other familiar faces from public domain).
Thank you for taking the time to answer questions for us, James and Zac, and congratulations on the Kickstarter campaign for The Omega Eleven! How long has this comic book series been in the works, and were you both longtime fans of Doctor Omega (who some consider to be the inspiration for Doctor Who) prior to working on this series?
James Aquilone: We started working on this project about a year and a half ago.
Thank you for taking the time to answer questions for us, James and Zac, and congratulations on the Kickstarter campaign for The Omega Eleven! How long has this comic book series been in the works, and were you both longtime fans of Doctor Omega (who some consider to be the inspiration for Doctor Who) prior to working on this series?
James Aquilone: We started working on this project about a year and a half ago.
- 3/1/2024
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
"In the tradition of the great pulps of yesteryear, contemporary masters of the macabre Kevin J. Anderson, David Avallone, Nancy A. Collins, Nancy Holder & Alan Phillipson, John Jennings, Kasey Lansdale & Joe R. Lansdale, Rena Mason, Jonathan Maberry, Lisa Morton, Steve Niles, Jeff Strand, Tim Waggoner, and writer and editor James Aquilone are joining forces for Dead Detectives Society. This one-of-a-kind anthology from Monstrous Books features a cover by Hugo Award-winner John Jennings and interior art by Zac Atkinson, J.K. Woodward and Jennings."
Now funding on Kickstarter (and already successfully backed), we have an exclusive preview of "Dead Jack and Oswald Meet Frankenstein" from writer James Aquilone, artist J.K. Woodward, and letterer Tom Napolitano that you can read right now!
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More About Dead Detectives Society: "Dead Detectives Society is now funding on Kickstarter. Everyone who backs at a physical level will receive a signed and numbered Dead Detectives Society membership card.
Now funding on Kickstarter (and already successfully backed), we have an exclusive preview of "Dead Jack and Oswald Meet Frankenstein" from writer James Aquilone, artist J.K. Woodward, and letterer Tom Napolitano that you can read right now!
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More About Dead Detectives Society: "Dead Detectives Society is now funding on Kickstarter. Everyone who backs at a physical level will receive a signed and numbered Dead Detectives Society membership card.
- 6/26/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
"In the tradition of the great pulps of yesteryear, contemporary masters of the macabre Kevin J. Anderson, David Avallone, Nancy A. Collins, Nancy Holder & Alan Phillipson, John Jennings, Kasey Lansdale & Joe R. Lansdale, Rena Mason, Jonathan Maberry, Lisa Morton, Steve Niles, Jeff Strand, Tim Waggoner, and writer and editor James Aquilone are joining forces for Dead Detectives Society. This one-of-a-kind anthology from Monstrous Books features a cover by Hugo Award-winner John Jennings and interior art by Zac Atkinson, J.K. Woodward and Jennings."
Now funding on Kickstarter, I caught up with James to learn more about his love of weird detective stories, what we can expect from the new anthology, and more!
How did you first get exposed to weird horror pulp detective stories? Was there a particular book or story that got you hooked?
James Aquilone: I've always loved detective stories, going back to when I read Sherlock Holmes...
Now funding on Kickstarter, I caught up with James to learn more about his love of weird detective stories, what we can expect from the new anthology, and more!
How did you first get exposed to weird horror pulp detective stories? Was there a particular book or story that got you hooked?
James Aquilone: I've always loved detective stories, going back to when I read Sherlock Holmes...
- 6/7/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The follow-up to Classic Monsters Unleashed, Shakespeare Unleashed is a horror anthology that features new, original stories from Joe R. Lansdale, Ian Doescher, Seanan McGuire, Cullen Bunn, Jonathan Maberry, and more! Now on Kickstarter, I caught up with editor James Aquilone to talk about the origins of this unique horror project, working with this talented group of creators, and future plans!
Following the success and release of Classic Monsters Unleashed, what inspired you to reimagine Shakespeare’s works as short horror stories (and sonnets) in Shakespeare Unleashed?
The success of Classic Monsters Unleashed caught me by surprise. I had thought of it as a one-off, but then people kept asking me if I was going to do another book. So I started thinking what an Unleashed series would be and what other literary or fictional universes we could delve into. I didn't want to do just another monster book or Classic Monsters Unleashed II,...
Following the success and release of Classic Monsters Unleashed, what inspired you to reimagine Shakespeare’s works as short horror stories (and sonnets) in Shakespeare Unleashed?
The success of Classic Monsters Unleashed caught me by surprise. I had thought of it as a one-off, but then people kept asking me if I was going to do another book. So I started thinking what an Unleashed series would be and what other literary or fictional universes we could delve into. I didn't want to do just another monster book or Classic Monsters Unleashed II,...
- 6/22/2022
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
It's been 50 years since Kolchak: The Night Stalker first aired on ABC. Spawning an additional move and a TV series, Kolchak has millions of fans around the world and inspired countless artists, including The X-File's Chris Carter. Those that dreamed of new adventures of Carl Kolchak are in luck because a brand new graphic novel has just hit Kickstarter!
From Moonstone Books, the Kolchak: The Night Stalker 50th Anniversary graphic novel is an all-new, 100+ page graphic novel that includes ten stories featuring Carl Kolchak. In our latest Q&a, editor James Aquilone talks about his love of the original movies and TV series, and assembling an all-star team of writers and illustrators to continue the adventures of Carl Kolchak!
Thanks for taking the time to talk with us! Can you tell us about your first introduction to Kolchak and why the character, movies, and series are so important to you?...
From Moonstone Books, the Kolchak: The Night Stalker 50th Anniversary graphic novel is an all-new, 100+ page graphic novel that includes ten stories featuring Carl Kolchak. In our latest Q&a, editor James Aquilone talks about his love of the original movies and TV series, and assembling an all-star team of writers and illustrators to continue the adventures of Carl Kolchak!
Thanks for taking the time to talk with us! Can you tell us about your first introduction to Kolchak and why the character, movies, and series are so important to you?...
- 1/12/2022
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
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We take a look back at the 8 crusading actors who’ve played Batman in TV and the movies, as well as his animated avatars!
Holy revolving door, Batman! The Caped Crusader has been portrayed by more actors than any other superhero in movie history – eight to be exact. Most have lasted for just one film. But after The Dark Knight Rises, Christian Bale has become the first man to have played Bruce Wayne and his alter-ego more than twice on the silver screen. He didn’t have much competition – Michael Keaton was the only other actor to reprise the role at the time.
Ben Affleck tied Bale for appearances as Batman with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, his Suicide Squad cameo, and 2017's Justice League. That run will not extend to a fourth film, though, as Affleck has exited the role. Instead, Robert Pattinson is your new Bruce Wayne.
We take a look back at the 8 crusading actors who’ve played Batman in TV and the movies, as well as his animated avatars!
Holy revolving door, Batman! The Caped Crusader has been portrayed by more actors than any other superhero in movie history – eight to be exact. Most have lasted for just one film. But after The Dark Knight Rises, Christian Bale has become the first man to have played Bruce Wayne and his alter-ego more than twice on the silver screen. He didn’t have much competition – Michael Keaton was the only other actor to reprise the role at the time.
Ben Affleck tied Bale for appearances as Batman with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, his Suicide Squad cameo, and 2017's Justice League. That run will not extend to a fourth film, though, as Affleck has exited the role. Instead, Robert Pattinson is your new Bruce Wayne.
- 6/19/2012
- Den of Geek
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