Public Access Afterworld: A Novel

Public Access Afterworld, a harrowing mystery from filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun, follows a content moderator who discovers the horrific realm beyond the television static. Jane joins us to talk about creating a mythology, nostalgia, screenwriting and more with cohost Jenna Seery.

The best horror books of 2026 include groundbreaking genre bending, bloody rampages and quiet depictions of dread. Whatever your personal flavor of fear may be, these are the bone-chilling best of the best.

The start of fall means cooler weather, cozier nights and fantastic reading. Settle into the season with the best books of October, featuring the return of Pulitzer Prize winners, enchanting fantasies, captivating nonfiction and more.

What is it about VHS movies, camcorders and old broadcasts that look so unsettling? The vibrant contrast, white noise and static paired with negative space and muffled sound give off chilling, analog horror vibes. Sometimes, you want that feeling from a novel: a mind-bending, genre-defying tale that incorporates elements from the 80s, 90s and early aughts that will give you a nostalgic scare. Here are some spine-tingling tales that will have you feeling nostalgic... with a side of fear.