S.A. BARNES works in a high school library by day, recommending reads, talking with students, and removing the occasional forgotten cheese-stick-as-bookmark. The author has published numerous novels across different genres. Barnes lives in Illinois with more dogs and books than is advisable and a very patient spouse.
Pinfeathers (2026) Christina Henry "Absolutely brilliant! The sacrifices of motherhood brought to life via terrifying body horror. Made me cry and my skin crawl. X-Files fans, add this one to your list right now!"
Morsel (2026) Carter Keane "An absolute delight. Had me holding my breath the whole time. And that twist! Add this to your TBR right now."
They Fear Not Men in the Woods (2025) Gretchen McNeil "What I love about this book is the seamless blend of natural and supernatural. It's even scarier because it feels real. Put on your backpack and leave your compass at home - this story will pullyou in."
Overgrowth (2025) Mira Grant "Lock in. Once you start Stasia's story, you will not want to stop. SO GOOD."
White Line Fever (2025) KC Jones "I LOVED this book. Perfectly crafted with characters that come alive on the page. Reminiscent of vintage King, White Line Fever is one of the best horror novels I've read in years."
This World is Not Yours (2024) Kemi Ashing-Giwa "Intricate world building with characters that feel like people you know in real life. I loved this take on cli-fi and the unexpected way in which humans are, as always, their own worst enemy."
Where the Dead Wait (2023) Ally Wilkes "Suffused with dread - and longing - from page one. A haunting read, in every sense of the word. I couldn't put it down!"
Hemlock Island (2023) Kelley Armstrong "Armstrong is a master storyteller. Every time I thought I knew where the story was going, I was wrong--and I LOVED it! Also, I will never, ever look at wind chimes the same way..."
Night's Edge (2023) (Night's Edge , book 1) Liz Kerin "Nuanced, dark, fun. Kerin's novel is a thrilling exploration of the enmeshed mother-daughter relationship and what happens when we outgrow our family."