Thanataphobic Barbie - pink is the new black To celebrate national cinema day yesterday, my daughter took me to see the Barbie Movie. I was immediately struck at how the film pitted two halves of the population against each other, yet not in a way you might think. I’m not talking about men against women, …
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The Vengeful Dead by John James Minster
With a dedication to Edgar Allen Poe, The Vengeful Dead knocks politely on the door of classic horror, but once open a fraction, it comes bursting in and wipes its muddy hobnails in places you wish it wouldn’t. You’ll need full sunlight and a stiff drink for this one There are eleven stories in this …
Everything you wanted to know about fungi but were afraid to ask
Fungi are an incredibly diverse group of organisms that play a vital role in many ecosystems. They are essential to the functioning of many ecosystems because they are responsible for breaking down dead plant and animal material, which helps to recycle nutrients back into the soil. Additionally, many species of fungi form symbiotic relationships with …
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The Undertaker’s Daughter by John James Minster
A monster story Mary Shelly would be proud of. The Undertaker’s Daughter is a chilling horror novel that follows the story of Anna Dingel, a socially awkward teenager who is raised in a family funeral home. The author does an excellent job of setting the right atmosphere from the beginning and keeps the tension high …
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