![]() ![]() The Monarch book versions of the Gorgo, Reptilicus, and Konga novelizations. Before we get into this article a warning is necessary, many of these books have elements that today are definitely problematic, when you dive into what was during the ‘80s considered trash you never know what you’re going to get.įirst off, let’s briefly discuss the three books that are undeniably relevant. Today I wanted to explore some of these titles that may be of unique interest to fans of this column. There is nothing more rewarding than sorting through a dusty pile of books at an obscure hole-in-the-wall bookshop and uncovering gold. I have been mainlining obscure 70s and 80s horror paperbacks, gathering them from all manner of retailers. Using the word ‘amazing’ may conflict with the word ‘mistake’ to you, but if you were my bank account then you’d understand it all too well. I made the mistake of re-reading Grady Hendrix’s amazing history of horror paperbacks “Paperbacks from Hell”. ![]()
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