Best British Horror 2014, edited by Johnny Mains, takes readers on a chilling journey into the darkest corners of horror and supernatural fiction. This anthology, part of Salt’s ‘Best’ series, offers a collection of stories that will leave you with more than just a few sleepless nights. With contributions from top British authors, it explores the unrelenting terror that can lurk within the human mind and the strange, otherworldly forces that plague us. From Laura Mauro’s unsettling tale “When Charlie Sleeps” to Ian Hunter’s haunting “Exploding Raphaelesque Heads,” this collection pushes the boundaries of what horror can be, leaving no room for comforting scares.
Mains, a British Fantasy Award-winning editor, curates a selection that blends grotesque imagery with sharp psychological suspense, ensuring that this is no ordinary horror anthology. Each story offers something unique, whether it’s the eerie insect in Reggie Oliver’s “Come Into My Parlour” or John Probert’s disturbing “The Secondary Host.” Best British Horror 2014 proves that the UK is home to some of the most spine-chilling horror fiction, showcasing the country’s undisputed mastery of the genre.
