Lee Rozelle talks combining “absurdist humor and body horror in Southern tales” for the murky horror fiction collection BACKWATERS. He also tells Monster Complex the monster movies that made that kid grow up to be this author, explains the unique spin on his horror fiction, and shares the unexpected thread that binds his new collection of stories together…

Bookstagram has attracted book lovers from all over the Internet to celebrate their favorite fiction. Find out more about the authors and the books we talk about on the Monster Complex™ page on Instagram.

In the latest episode of our show, we go over the uncanny similarities between the influential comic book legacy of the FANTASTIC FOUR and the monstrous (but beloved) television sitcom THE MUNSTERS!

The Rondo Awards honor the best in classic horror research, creativity and film preservation. This year's winners include the reissue of ROBOT MONSTER, the movie GODZILLA: MINUS ONE, the TV series WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS, and more! Find out the details here.

Over the decades, there have been LOTS of robots on TV—including helpers and heroes, plus warnings about evil robots. We look at robots from a couple dozen TV shows, including sci-fi series, cartoons, and sitcoms.

We talk with veteran comic book creator Paul Castiglia about the Robot Monster graphic novel anthology. “It’s a combination of my love of classic sci-fi, horror, and comedy films being able to be manifested in this one project.”

The founder of 3D Film Archive talks to Monster Complex about the reissue of 1953 alien horror movie ROBOT MONSTER—including why he’s following it with a 3-D comic book anthology.

With tech so common now, we take a look at some of the best movie robots of all time—from charming co-workers who just want to help us out to menacing monsters planning to stomp on us.

Monster Complex talks with MST3K writer Harold Buchholz, one of the contributors to a graphic novel anthology celebrating 1950s sci-fi horror movie ROBOT MONSTER. “Instead of riffing the movies from the outside, you’re riffing from inside the comics, which is so fun.”

Taking a look at some of the key robot characters from the world of comics—including Robot Monster, Astro Boy, Atomic Robo, the Droids from Star Wars, ROM: Space Knight, and more.

Now on Kickstarter is the upcoming 3-D graphic novel anthology that celebrates and/or expands on and/or makes fun of the 1950s alien invasion horror movie ROBOT MONSTER. Yes, the 1950s movie where the alien invader is a gorilla in a diving helmet. (A movie for which Joe Dante said, “There’s never been a picture like it.”)

Want to see some monster movies that are technically bad but are fun to watch? These may never live up to the standards of applauded horror movies, but you can’t say they aren’t fun to watch…

DRACULA author Bram Stoker said that Van Helsing was based on a REAL person. But WHO? We look at the history of the vampire hunter, including possible inspirations, and some of his interesting appearances.

Teaser trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice arrived during Ghostbusters revival—nearly 40 years since the original. In this article: Watch the Beetlejuice 2 teaser trailer. Surprising details about the Beetlejuice sequel movie’s script. Michael Keaton was surprised how emotional the Beetlejuice sequel gets.

Jaq Evans writes speculative fiction and horror about sad, weird, hopeful people trying their best. The author talks to Monster Complex about how horror fiction horror helps us process difficult emotions, and why she writes fiction to freak herself out.

Find out about the new book in the Killing Eve series—and why you can read it free online! Killing Eve creator Luke Jennings talks about his wide range as an author, the espionage fiction that inspires him, and his goals with the Killing Eve books. You can also find out more about the earlier volumes in the series.

Celebrating Women’s History Month with some great comic book writers. Whether you’re talking about Marvel Comics or DC Comics or an indie publisher, any list of great comic book writers would include several women.

Over the decades, there have been LOTS of robots on TV—including helpers and heroes, plus warnings about evil robots. We look at robots from a couple dozen TV shows, including sci-fi series, cartoons, and sitcoms.

Want to see some monster movies that are technically bad but are fun to watch? These may never live up to the standards of applauded horror movies, but you can’t say they aren’t fun to watch…

The urban fantasy author stops by as part of her blog tour for her latest novel! Faith Hunter talks to Monster Complex about the fun—and challenges—of writing a magical story that’s also a police drama.

On classic 1960s sitcom The Munsters, Herman Munster is the the spitting image of Universal's Frankenstein’s Monster. But the show established at least three different monsters created by Doctor Frankenstein...

Find out more about some of horror fiction’s most well-known and beloved authors. Including info and links for Stephen King, Shirley Jackson, Dean Koontz, Anne Rice, and more!

The award-winning author of bestselling novels, short fiction, and comics, Joe Hill shares how he starts a book, what makes the best horror stories, and why some horror films just don’t work.

The last of the classic Universal Monsters, the Creature from the Black Lagoon starred in a trilogy. Looking over the legacy of the series, plus info about each movie in the series.

In the comic book world, it’s always a cool thing to see worlds collide. Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong sees DC Comics’ biggest heroes meet up with the two giant monsters.

When you list off the most intriguing monsters, so many of the names on that list refer to the original Universal Monster movies. In this video, the folks at Storied celebrate the classic era.

According to Looper, Barker was once in conversation with the makers of one of the Godzilla movies. Looking at how the horror author once pitched how to make the iconic monster more of a terror again.

Who are YOUR favorite horror authors? We’ve got behind-the-scenes info on popular horror writers Stephen King, Tananarive Due, Mary Shelley, Koji Suzuki, Ray Bradbury, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and many more!

Celebrating several self-published and hybrid urban fantasy authors, including Ilona Andrews, Jessica Cage, Dan Willis, Whitney Hill, N.D. Jones, N.E. Conneely, D.M. Guay, Lindsay Buroker, and lots more!

Celebrating some of the funniest monster movies ever made! “The neighbors can see you flying around the house. Do you want to draw attention to this house, hmm?” Vampires can turn up in some uproarious comedies. Check out our list to find behind-the-scenes details for these movies.

The horror comedy author explains what led to him adapting the cult classic disaster parody, reveals his goals for the novelization, and tells us why he didn’t include any George Clooney jokes.

Including authors Jim Butcher, L.A. Banks, Patricia Briggs, Nalini Singh, Seanan McGuire, Zoraida Cordova, Kim Harrison, Maurice Broaddus, Faith Hunter, Nalo Hopkinson, Roshani Chokshi, Nnedi Okorafor and more.

Celebrating those characters from Marvel’s dual legacies of monsters and superheroes—including Blade, She-Hulk, Venom, Morbius, Groot, Godzilla, Frankenstein's Monster, and more!

Many monster movies mix together elements from multiple genres. While Phantom of the Opera is a super famous example, we’ve got more to add to the list…

A fun reboot of the song “Monster Mash” finds the Frankenstein’s Monster complaining about the newer monsters. Click through for 3 videos that include the song, plus take you behind the scenes.

Universal Studios had access to one of the world’s greatest comedy teams and several of the most stunning monsters. It made perfect sense to have them meet.

Horror and comedy both make us jump—which is why these elements work together so well together. Here are more than 50 books that touch on elements that are funny and scary. This list includes books from authors Neil Gaiman, Terry Pratchett, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Tanya Huff, Kelley Armstrong, John Scalzi, Diana Rowland, and many authors you should meet.

“There are tons of Universal films—these are just the classic monster movies…” Horror writer Anda Kent watched the seven original Universal monster movies and ranked them…

Including L.A. Banks, Maurice Broaddus, Jessica Cage, Zoraida Córdova, Owl Goingback, Nalo Hopkinson, N. K. Jemisin, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Shweta Taneja, Kenesha Williams, and more.