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Brian Keene

    September 22, 1967

    Brian Keene crafts compelling narratives that often delve into the realms of horror, crime, and dark fantasy. His work, spanning novels and comic books, is celebrated for its profound influence on contemporary pop culture, particularly in revitalizing the zombie genre. Keene's distinctive style is marked by its potent atmosphere and deep exploration of character psychology, offering readers an unforgettable experience. His international acclaim is evidenced by translations into numerous languages and the adaptation of his books into film.

    Brian Keene
    Earthworm Gods
    Ghost Walk
    City of the Dead
    Last of the Albatwitches
    Midnight in the Pentagram
    Earthworm Gods II
    • 2025

      Der Gründer der #1 Stephen-King-News-Website Lilja’s Library präsentiert eine schaurig-schöne Anthologie von Horrorgeschichten – darunter eine seltene Erzählung von Stephen King selbst, Klassiker von Clive Barker und Edgar Allan Poe sowie eine Novelle von John Ajvide Lindqvist (Let the Right One In).Anlässlich des zwanzigjährigen Jubiläums der umfangreichen Stephen-King-Fanseite »Lilja's Library - The World of Stephen King« ist diese Anthologie die perfekte Lektüre für Horrorfans aller Couleur.Shining in the Dark umfasst Kurzgeschichten von einigen der bekanntesten und talentiertesten Autoren des Genres und enthält eine furchterregende Geschichte, die bisher in keiner anderen Sammlung von Stephen King enthalten war.Zu den Geschichten gehören:»Der blaue Kompressor« von Stephen King»Internet« von Jack Ketchum und P. D. Cacek»Der Roman des Holocaust« von Stewart O’Nan»Aeliana« von Bev Vincent»Pidgin und Theresa« von Clive Barker»Das Ende aller Dinge« von Brian Keene»Totentanz« von Richard Chizmar»Die Verlockung der Flamme« von Kevin Quigley»Der Gefährte« von Ramsey Campbell»Das verräterische Herz« von Edgar Allan Poe»Mutterliebe« von Brian James Freeman»Das Handbuch des Hüters« von John Ajvide Lindqvist

      Shining in the Dark: Zum zwanzigjährigen Jubiläum von 'Lilja's Library - The World of Stephen King'
    • 2023

      October Screams

      A Halloween Anthology

      • 420 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      A collection of twenty-seven captivating tales celebrates the spirit of Halloween, featuring contributions from notable authors like Brian Keene and Richard Chizmar. Each story delves into the eerie and enchanting aspects of the holiday, promising a diverse range of themes and styles that evoke the thrill and mystery of October. Readers can expect a blend of horror, suspense, and the supernatural, making it a perfect anthology for fans of Halloween lore and storytelling.

      October Screams
    • 2022

      Der Komplex

      Thriller

      3.9(136)Add rating

      Im Pine-Village-Apartmentkomplex leben die Menschen Tür an Tür, ohne ihre Nachbarn zu kennen. Ein depressiver Horrorautor. Ein junges Pärchen, frisch verheiratet. Ein Veteran des Vietnamkrieges. Eine alte Katzenlady. Ein Serienmörder … Doch die Sicherheit in den eigenen vier Wänden wird bedroht: Eine Horde nackter Irrer dringt in die Wohnanlage ein und entfesselt ein blutiges Massaker. Elf Fremde. Wenn sie die Nacht überstehen wollen, müssen sie sich gemeinsam wehren. Ein äußerst brutaler und actiongeladener Horrorthriller. Horrorbuzz: » Der Komplex ist eines der unterhaltsamsten, grausamsten und erschreckendsten Bücher von Keene.« Culturedvultures: »Keene ist ein Titan des Horrorgenres.« The Horror Review: »Keenes Name sollte in einem Atemzug mit King, Koontz und Barker genannt werden. Ohne Zweifel ist er einer der besten Horrorautoren.«

      Der Komplex
    • 2021

      Dissonant Harmonies

      • 164 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.8(15)Add rating

      Inspired by specially curated mixtapes, Bev Vincent and Brian Keene present two new spine-chilling novellas... As a blizzard descends upon the sleepy town of Bayport, Rhode Island, brothers Joey and Frank Shaw investigate the mysterious disappearances of several townsfolk. After the discovery of strange tunnels, tunnels that only Joey can see, the trio suspect something is lurking beneath the snowbound town. Something burrowing. Something hungry. And it looks like Joey might be next in The Dead of Winter. Did you imagine the world vanishing to a flood or a comet, the hand of God or nuclear war? What if it started with something as innocuous as the Berenstain Bears, and something known as the Mandela Effect? Barricaded in a seedy motel room, one man makes sense of love, loss, and life as the end of the world looms. Do you see what he sees? Do you know what he knows?

      Dissonant Harmonies
    • 2020

      Midnight in the Pentagram

      • 516 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      As the clock's pendulum steadily counts down towards the midnight hour, the growing scent of brimstone hangs heavy in the air. The universal symbol of all that is evil, the pentagram, or the inverted pentacle, has been carved in the hardwood floor. Its shape is often described as the goat of lust attacking the Heavens with its horns during the witches' sabbat. Five obsidian candles flicker as the incantations begin. Who will be summoned during this unholy evening? Will it be Baphomet? Or Belial? Maybe even Lucifer himself? The roof timbers groan. Stressed plaster drops to the floor. The demon approaches, holding its ancient grimoire filled with evil stories, written in blood...and here they are.

      Midnight in the Pentagram
    • 2015

      The Rising

      Deliverance

      • 108 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      4.0(42)Add rating

      Set in a post-apocalyptic landscape, the narrative explores the events leading to the collapse of civilization. Characters grapple with survival and the moral dilemmas that arise in a world stripped of societal norms. Themes of loss, resilience, and the human spirit's capacity to endure are woven throughout the story, offering a profound reflection on humanity's choices and consequences. As the past unfolds, readers are drawn into a gripping tale that examines the fragility of existence and the fight for hope in desolation.

      The Rising
    • 2014

      Last of the Albatwitches

      • 152 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      In The Witching Tree, Levi has been brought to investigate some mysterious killings and in doing so he faces an evil that will threaten to take his life and faith. In Last of the Albatwitches, Levi must unravel the source of an old legend about the forest surrounding Chickies Rock and the reclusive race of Sasquatch-like creatures known as the Albatwitches

      Last of the Albatwitches
    • 2013

      The Rising

      Selected Scenes from the End of the World

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.0(40)Add rating

      Revitalizing the horror genre, Brian Keene's influential novel and its sequel introduced a fresh perspective on zombies, captivating fans with their intense narratives. Since their initial release, readers have eagerly awaited a return to this compelling universe, which has become a cornerstone for zombie enthusiasts.

      The Rising
    • 2013

      Earthworm Gods II

      Deluge

      • 264 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      4.3(95)Add rating

      Set against a backdrop of global super-storms that have devastated Earth and nearly wiped out humanity, the story unfolds as survivors confront a terrifying supernatural threat. The remnants of civilization engage in a desperate battle, navigating from the rooftops of flooded cities to the isolated mountaintop islands, showcasing the struggle for survival in an altered world. This cult classic blends ecological disaster with horror, creating a gripping narrative of resilience and fear.

      Earthworm Gods II
    • 2013

      Hier überlebt keiner! Als ihr Auto in einem verrufenem Viertel der Stadt den Geist aufgibt, hoffen Kerri und ihre Freunde, dass sie bis zum Tagesanbruch Schutz in einem alten Haus finden werden. Sie glauben, dass das finstere Gebäude verlassen ist. Aber sie irren sich. Die, die im Keller und den Tunneln unter der Stadt hausen, sind viel gefährlicher als die Straßen draußen ...Gefangen in einer Welt der Finsternis, müssen die Freunde gegen unvorstellbare Geschöpfe kämpfen. Und wenn sie die Sonne jemals wiedersehen wollen, müssen sie diesen Kampf auch gewinnen! Urban Gothic ist Brian Keenes blutbespritzte Huldigung an Horror-Ikone Edward Lee.

      Urban Gothic