Unaccustomed to Grace
- 172 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Debut short fiction collection. Runner-up for the 2021 Acacia Fiction Prize
Lesley Bannatyne is a dedicated chronicler of Halloween, delving into its rich history, traditions, and cultural impact. Beyond this specialized focus, her journalistic endeavors showcase a wide-ranging curiosity, from exploring niche communities to reporting on global aid efforts. Bannatyne's extensive research and engaging prose bring the vibrant and sometimes eerie world of Halloween to life for her readers.


Debut short fiction collection. Runner-up for the 2021 Acacia Fiction Prize
America's leading authority on Halloween presents interviews with spooky rock groups, amateur vampires, haunted house creators, champion pumpkin carvers, and more, all in the quest of explaining the nation's unique love affair with this holiday. The collection of essays and interviews explores the pop culture phenomenon that is Halloween, and why we celebrate it the way we do today.