The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror 2012 Edition

In this compelling collection, readers are invited to traverse the shadowy realms of dark fantasy and horror, where imagination dances with dread. Each story encapsulates a unique experience, drawing from the rich well of creativity offered by renowned authors who deftly play with the boundaries of fear and fascination.

From Caitlín R. Kiernan’s ethereal prose to Stephen King’s masterful suspense, the anthology weaves together a tapestry of chilling narratives that linger long after the final page is turned. Joe R. Lansdale’s wit and Kelley Armstrong’s intriguing plots pull readers deeper into the unease and thrill that accompanies the supernatural.

Naomi Novik and Gene Wolfe add layers of complexity and texture, crafting tales that challenge the perceptions of reality. Tim Powers and Glen Hirshberg round out the experience, delivering haunting vignettes that evoke a visceral response and invite contemplation about the darker sides of existence.

Each entry is a portal into the unknown, eliciting a sense of curiosity while simultaneously unleashing a primal fear that is both exhilarating and unsettling. This anthology serves as a testament to the strength of storytelling in exploring humanity’s most profound fears and desires through the lens of darkness.