Freaky Folklore: Terrifying Tales of the World's Most Elusive Monsters and Enigmatic Cryptids

by Darkness Prevails, Carman Carrion (With)

Overview

Discover the history and culture of over 50 of the most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium.

Accompanied by illustrations of each beast, Freaky Folklore is your guide to the world’s most terrifying beings, from ancient times to today. Hosts from Eeriecast, the leading horror podcast network, present the most frightening—and entertaining—tales of these mysterious creatures, revealing everything you need to know.

This beautifully creepy collection is filled with wicked monsters, including:
 

• Chupacabra: A legendary monster that is said to drain the blood of livestock throughout Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Southwest.
• Jersey Devil: Said to have been created due to a mother's curse upon her newborn in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey, USA.
• Kelpie: A shape-shifting water horse told of in Celtic folklore. Whatever form it takes, it is said to lure its victims to their watery graves.
• Moehau: A cryptid from Māori mythology, it stands up to 8 feet tall and can be very aggressive when encountered.
• Kuchisake-onna: From Japanese folklore, Kuchisake-onna is a yokai with deep gashes that forms a haunting smile across her face. Should you happen to meet her, she will ask you a question—and you had better answer it correctly.
• Dogman: A werewolf or werewolf-type creature first reported in 1887 in Wexford County, Michigan, Dogman sightings have been reported in several locations throughout Michigan, primarily in the northwestern quadrant of the Lower Peninsula.

Freaky Folklore has the stories, culture, and illustrations for you to be on the lookout for these beasts. Dive into the world of mythology and find what makes each creature unique.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781577154419
Publisher:	WellFleet Press
Publication date:	07/16/2024
Pages:	256
Sales rank:	24,740
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Darkness Prevails, author of Freaky Folklore, is a spooky storyteller extraordinaire hailing from the Ozarks of Arkansas. When he’s not busy spinning yarns about things that go bump in the night on Eeriecast: The Horror Podcast Network or on his wildly successful YouTube channel, Darkness Prevails, he can often be found wandering through the misty woods, searching for evidence of Bigfoot (or at least an excuse to use his night-vision goggles).

Despite his fascination with the unknown, Darkness Prevails is also a devoted family man. He is the proud father of two terrors-in-training. His wife, who may or may not be a vampire, supports his creepy pursuits and even helps him research his latest hair-raising tales.

With a love for all things spooky and a knack for making even the bravest of souls quiver in their boots, Darkness Prevails is a force to be reckoned with in the horror genre. So, turn off the lights, grab a flashlight, and get ready for a frightfully good time.

Carman Carrion is a name synonymous with the eerie and mysterious realms of folklore and horror. As the esteemed writer and host of the popular podcasts Freaky Folklore and Destination Terror, Carman has spent a lifetime immersed in the spine-tingling tales that have captured the human imagination for generations. Working as a dedicated contributor to the Eeriecast Podcast Network, Carman’s dulcet voice and captivating storytelling have brought chilling narratives to life for countless listeners.

Editorial Reviews

"Lush Illustrations…offers hours of browsing a variety of freaky creatures, human and animal, from around the world."

—Booklist

"This collection is essential. It is a treasure for folklore fans everywhere, and it is sure to keep you up at night!"

—The Horror Maven

"A true treat for anyone interested in cryptids, monsters, or mythological creatures, Freaky Folklore makes a perfect coffee table conversation starter or summer campfire companion."

—These Things Matter

 "Both creepy and fun as it tells the culture and history behind over 100 modern and ancient mythological creatures with haunting illustrations of each beast."

—Entree Travel Newsletter

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