If you’ve seen Barker’s directorial debut then you’ll know the narrative already, Frank is a hedonist desperate to achieve heights of pleasure. This startling novella about lust, passion, greed, and hell was the story that would become Hellraiser. Barker weaves a wicked world that’s both dreamlike and terrifying, that’ll immerse and delight you, without ever letting you take a breath. Filled to the brim with treats, entertainment, and dreams coming true every single day, it seems too good to be true. Hood and his astonishing Holiday House, he can’t believe his luck. Harvey is tired of his life, wistful for something more exciting in the way that all children are. I’m starting this off with an unconventional choice as The Thief of Always is technically a children’s fable, though it’s a delightful read for dark fantasy fans of all ages. These are seven of my favorite Barker books, which are a great intro to some of his best known and most unforgettable works. With both of those beings headed back to the big screen in upcoming Hollywood reboots, it’s the perfect time to get familiar with Barker’s beautiful, haunting, and singular talent as a writer. Whilst those creations are worthy of note, Barker’s catalog is far more expansive than those two horror icons. Clive Barker is best known as the mind behind terrifying on-screen monsters like the Candyman and Pinhead from Hellraiser.
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