Dark Occult

Gemma Turner once dreamed of stardom. Now the actress is on the cusp of obscurity. When she’s offered the lead in a radical new horror film, Gemma believes her luck has changed—but her dream is about to turn into a nightmare. One night, between the shadows of an alleyway, Gemma disappears on set and is never seen again. Yet, Gemma is alive. She’s been pulled into the film. And the script—and the monsters within it—are coming to life. Gemma must play her role perfectly if she hopes to survive.

Shadow magick occupies a critical but often misunderstood role in the rich history of witchcraft. This book explores topics such as the ethical use of animal parts and bones, blood magick, dark-moon energy, and other rarely discussed aspects of witchcraft. With a focus on ethically sourcing materials and suggestions for plant-based substitutions, author Kate Freuler provides much-needed information and hands-on techniques to help you strengthen your witchcraft practice, connect to nature, protect yourself (and your kith and kin), and know yourself in a deep way.

Yancy Lazarus is having a bad day: there's a bullet lodged in his butt cheek, his face looks like the site of a demolition derby, and he's been saran-wrapped to a banquet table. He never should have answered the phone. Stupid bleeding heart - helping others in his circles is a good way to die - just ask the gang members ripped to pieces by some kind of demonic nightmare in LA.

The dead do not rest. They whisper. They hunger. They remember. I was eleven when I first heard the dead. My grandfather’s voice drifted from the shadows, his hand—cold but familiar—brushed my cheek. It should have been impossible. The Order of Thanatos called it a gift. They took me in, trained me in their sacred rites, and taught me how to lead souls beyond the threshold. They told me we were shepherds, guiding the dead to their final peace. They lied. There is nothing sacred about what we do. The Order does not serve the dead. They consume them. And the deeper I descend into their ...

In the still of the night, where the veil between worlds is thinnest, an overgrown graveyard whispers secrets of the dead. Here, under the ghostly gaze of an ancient observatory, Hank faces the darkest temptation of his life: to breach the sacred laws of nature. Reeling from the loss of his beloved wife, Hank is consumed by a singular obsession—to bring her back from the realm of the dead. His heart, shattered by grief, leads him down a path shrouded in black magic and forbidden rites. The townsfolk have long feared the cemetery’s ominous presence, whispering of unspeakable horrors that...

At Butler House, a series of grisly murders over a century have led many to believe it's haunted. To one scientist, it's the perfect place for an experiment in fear. Eight people, each chosen because they lived through a terrifying experience, are offered a million dollars to spend one night at Butler House. They can take whatever they want with them - religious items, survival gear, and weapons. All they need to do is last the night. But there is something evil in this house. Something very evil...and very real.

Kali, the dark mother of the Hindu pantheon is oft the most misunderstood Goddess in all human spiritual endeavor. Her images often depict her as being an evil and demonic force that few should ever dare call upon whilst others worship her as benign Goddess whom bestows blessings upon her supplicants. She is, in fact, both of these.

In The Dark Side of the Enlightenment, John V. Fleming shows how the impulses of the European Enlightenment - generally associated with great strides in the liberation of human thought from superstition and traditional religion - were challenged by tenacious religious ideas or channeled into the "darker" pursuits of the esoteric and the occult.

A looming threat. An unexpected ally. An inevitable showdown. Daniel Wester’s father has been rescued, but the ordeal has left him a shadow of his former self. Wounded and weakened from his time in demonic captivity, his health is rapidly deteriorating, thrusting new responsibilities onto Daniel’s shoulders—just as the darkness they thought they had escaped begins to claw its way back into their lives. Lena has been Daniel’s anchor through every battle, but now she’s fighting a war within her own mind. The evil entity they thought they had eluded has found a way into her dreams—...

In the aftermath of a family tragedy, an aspiring author is torn between love for her childhood friend, and the temptation of a mysterious outsider. Trying to escape the ghosts of her past, she is swept away to a house that breathes, bleeds...and remembers.

Jovon thought he was untouchable. Handsome, ambitious, and dangerously smooth, he knew how to take what he wanted and leave before the consequences caught up to him. But when he betrays Zinnia—the one woman who could have truly owned him—he learns the hard way that some debts are paid in pleasure. Fueled by divine justice and the touch of something far more dangerous than revenge, Zinnia doesn’t just want an apology. She wants reparations. She wants him on his knees. She wants him to beg. She wants him to serve. And with the power of Asmodeus—the spirit of desire, devotion, and ...

When a love spell binds her to the man of her dreams, she learns that sometimes, what you ask for is exactly what you get—whether you’re ready for it or not. Lauren’s magickal talents are undeniable, but her love life? A complete disaster. Turning forty and tired of waiting for love to find her, she casts a little spell to nudge fate along—just a tiny one. But what starts as a harmless crush quickly spirals into something far more intense when her spell binds Jordan Reyes, a devastatingly handsome man who worships her like she’s the center of his universe. Jordan isn’t just ...

Night Blooming Jazmine: Awakening in Sacred Duality An electrifying journey of transformation, desire, and spiritual alchemy... In a world where ancient magick meets modern life, Jazmine is a force of nature—mysterious, empowered, and beautifully complex. By day, she's a determined professional navigating the chaos of a demanding job, and by night, she delves into sacred rituals guided by the enigmatic spirit Ronove. Her path is one of celibate self-mastery and profound personal growth, as she reconciles the sacred teachings of her religious upbringing with the dark allure of demonic ...

What happens when you summon a Goetic spirit with nothing but a chipped mug, a little courage, and a whole lot of desperation? For Olivia, it’s the beginning of a journey she never saw coming—and one she might not survive without a serious attitude adjustment. In Bune’s Bargain, Olivia’s life is a patchwork of financial woes, lingering heartbreak, and self-doubt so thick it practically has its own zip code. Enter Bune: an ancient, sharp-tongued spirit of abundance with zero patience for excuses and a wit so cutting it could sever energy cords. Bune doesn’t just deal in money—...

The Delilah Effect: A Tale of Magick, Seduction, and Conquering the Impossible Okay, so I was just a writer living at home, minding my business, until I found myself entangled with Astaroth—yeah, the demon. Turns out, he opened doors to a world of magick, power, and passion I never dreamed of. Enter Malik: my magickal lover, soulmate, and partner in crime. Together, we form a force no one can break. But not everyone’s thrilled with my newfound power. There's this ancient, jealous dark force that wants to destroy everything I’ve built. But guess what? I’m not backing down. Oh, and ...

In the quiet shadows of her family’s past, Vivienne discovers a power she never knew existed—and a darkness that may consume her. When a desperate attempt to heal her aunt Carolyn unleashes forbidden magick, Vivienne opens a door to an ancient and primal force, one that has lain dormant for centuries. The entity she summons is more than a demon—it's a living, breathing hunger that feeds on her fear, her soul, and her very essence. As the shadows grow, Vivienne finds herself caught between the faith that once anchored her and the magick that now threatens to tear her apart. With every ...

LUSH FLAME, SACRED BONE A novel by Dark Goddess When a woman stops begging to be chosen and starts listening to her ancestors, the entire universe shifts. Isalía—a 37-year-old woman with Caribbean and Latina roots—is done performing softness for men who confuse restraint with devotion. She’s no longer waiting to be worshipped. Guided by ancestral whispers, Goetic spirits, and the sacred rage of her bloodline, she learns how to rise—not with vengeance, but with vision. This isn’t a romance. It’s a reclamation. This poetic, spell-laced novel weaves feminine power, ancestral ...

A series of seemingly motiveless murders of supernatural creatures points to a vigilante targeting the supe community of Scranton. Markowski wouldn’t normally have much of a problem with that, but his daughter may be next on the killer’s list... Justin Gustainis was born in Northeast Pennsylvania in 1951. He attended college at the University of Scranton, a Jesuit university that figures prominently in several of his writings. He is currently a Professor of Communication at Plattsburgh State University.

“Feels like a fever dream, a confession, and a nightmare all at once.” I killed a man. Then the tumour in my head disappeared. Now God speaks to me—through the roll of a die. Every choice, every judgment, every death is His will. I follow blindly, because the rules are simple when someone else decides. And I have one purpose left: to save my daughter Eleanor from the chaos of this godless world. But what if the voice I follow isn’t God at all? What if it’s just me, circling the drain, mistaking madness for divinity? The Bishop is not a crime thriller. It’s a descent into ...

In France, the brilliant young battle-mage Napoleon Bonaparte has summoned a kraken from the depths, and under his command, the Army of the Dead have all but conquered Europe. Britain fights back, protected by the gulf of the channel and powerful fire-magic, but Wilberforce's own battle to bring about free magic and abolition has met a dead end in the face of an increasingly fearful and repressive government. In Saint Domingue, Fina watches as Toussaint Louverture navigates these opposing forces to liberate the country.