Smalltown Tales by Iain McCaig ~ a Review

by MK French

Smalltown is a place where monsters roam, and these twelve illustrated short stories detail what life is like there. The ghosts Frightwood and Po introduce these stories to the reader.

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August 2024; Titan Books; 978-1803367415
print (72 pages); horror anthology

Iain McCaig has worked on many popular film franchises, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, and the Marvel movies, as well as video games, comic books, and graphic novels. The art is gorgeously done and creepy at the same time. The stories take place in Smalltown and its environs, with a vampire that steals abilities, werewolves, ghosts, sirens, and creatures from the past. Most characters are given titles based on their roles, and sometimes they have names. Many books take place in spooky or witchy towns, but this one doesn't guarantee there's a happy ending. Sometimes surviving means sacrifice. This will appeal to fans of the macabre.

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Born and raised in New York City, M.K. French started writing stories when very young, dreaming of different worlds and places to visit. She always had an interest in folklore, fairy tales, and the macabre, which has definitely influenced her work. She currently lives in the Midwest with her husband, three young children, and a golden retriever.

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