Hear Us Scream

Hear Us Scream: The Voices of Horror is an anthology of personal essays by women and non-binary genre fans from across the horror community. Our diverse authors share their intensely personal connections to horror and the impact the genre has had on their lives.

Hear Us Scream: The Voices of Horror is a collaborative effort committed to building supportive, genuine connections and safer spaces for women and/or non-binary folks in the horror community. We aim to amplify marginalized voices that have been frequently drowned out or ignored in a genre traditionally perceived as othering women, trans, and non-binary individuals.

Horror is so dear to so many of us, and we believe that sharing these diverse personal stories can foster an important sense of belonging and community for those who need it most. We treasure the connections we forged and the voices we highlighted in Volume One, and we can't wait to continue this work as we publish Volume Two. Our fantastic group of Volume Two contributors are ready to share their unique perspectives on, and connections to, horror and we can't wait for you to read them.

We are so proud to announce that this volume will contain the essays of 36 horror loving writers! A whole 10 (+1) more essays than volume one.

Hear Us Scream: The Voices of Horror Volume Two will publish essays from the following:

• Abigail Waldron
• Alice Collins
• Amber T
• Antonia Rachel Ward
• Ariel Baska
• Ariel Powers-Schaub
• Betsy Nicchetta
• Beyza Ozer
• Caitlin Marceau
• Dylyn C.S.
• Ellen K
• Jackie Jardine
• Jamie Alvey
• Jamie Arena
• Jenn Adams
• Jessica Gleason
• Jolene Marie Richardson
• Lakkaya Palmer
• Laura TH Riordan
• Logan-Ashley Kisner
• Lor Gislason
• Lucy Derry-Holmes
• Mae Murray
• Megan Fariello
• Melanie Moyer
• Molly Henery
• Natasha C. Marchini
• Sophie Raine
• Sydney Bollinger
• Tori Potenza
• Tracy Gossage
• Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana

This incredible team of horror loving writers will be supported and mentored by our wonderful team of editors including editing alumni Violet Burns and Catherine Benstead with the addition of Rebecca McCallum (Ghouls Magazine, Mums and Sons, Hear Us Scream Volume One), Blayne Waterloo (Fangoria, Hear Us Scream Online and Hear Us Scream Volume One), and S. L. McGee (Hear Us Scream Online, Author of Voices on the Air).

"Hear Us Scream is a truly special book led by diverse, knowledgeable, and passionate voices who have spoken their truths so that others don't have to feel alone. Each personal, down-to-earth essay champions horror as a refuge for those yearning to breathe free. It reminds me why I bring monsters into my classroom, so that my students feel more at ease in their own skin, especially those who have been raised to reject fundamental aspects of their own identity. We are the Weirdos, mister, and this book is a must read." - Dr Victoria McCollum

"That is what this collection feels like, the embrace of a group who understands. Understands the pull of darkness, the call of the gruesome and macabre. Who understand the thrill of terror and the catharsis of revenge." - Megan Kenny Ghouls Magazine

"By highlighting these voices, and in particular, by using their series as a way to boost otherwise marginalized perspectives, The Voices of Horror proves that no matter who we are or where we come from, horror can be a warm and welcoming community. Hear Us Scream: The Voices of Horror Volume II is a powerful testament to horror's ability to reach out and touch the people who need it, often in the times they need it most." Andre Thomas What Sleeps Beneath