โThe Heaven Maker and Other Gruesome Talesโ is Edinburgh born Craig Herbertsonโs new horror collection. There has been a revival of the old style horror exemplified by the gory Pan Horror collections once commonplace in newsagents and train station kiosks throughout the UK. โThe Heaven Makerโ, published in 1988, was one such story; at last it is once again in print along with some unseemly and dreadful companions. Also on the menu are stand alone excerpts from the critically acclaimed dark fantasy novel, โSchool: The Seventh Silenceโ, followed by an aperitif of dark songs from Herbertsonโs extensive traditional repertoire. Bizarre philosophical discussions alternate with episodes of fantasy, horrorโฆ and occasional whimsyโฆ The images and ideas come thick and fast. A very enjoyable read, perfect for lovers of fantasy thatโs a bit different. ** About the Author Janis Mackay was born and raised in Edinburgh and moved to London to study journalism. After university, she traveled throughout Israel, Turkey, and Greece before returning to the UK to work as a voice coach and storyteller. Janis has an MA in creative writing and has been writer in residence in Caithness and Sutherland. She lives in the north of Scotland, where she teaches creative writing and works as a writer and storyteller.