Wanted Undead or Alive: Vampire Hunters And Other Kick-Ass Enemies of Evil

Wanted Undead or Alive: Vampire Hunters and Other Kick-Ass Enemies of Evil

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They're everywhere--TV, film, the basement. It's never been more important to know what you can do to keep them at bay. From today's foremost experts on nightmares-come-to-life, this indispensible guide identifies and describes mankind's enemies--supernatural beasts, ghosts, vampires, serial killers, etc.

Whether we're talking ancient vampire hunters or modern-day FBI profilers, it's good to know someone's got your back in the eternal struggle between Good and Evil. And this book, with over fifty illustrations, as well as commentary from luminaries like filmmaker John Carpenter, author Peter Straub, and the legendary Stan Lee, provides all the information and reassurance you need to sleep soundly at night. Just not too soundly.

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When there's no more room in hell, the dead will walk the earth. And law enforcement is ready to take them down! At last you can: But it is his other job that he calls "the Work": Now he discloses for the first time his investigation into incredible true crimes an inhuman evil that were never explained, solved, or understood except by Sarchie and his partner.

About the author

Schooled in the rituals of exorcism, and an eyewitness to the reality of demonic possession, Ralph Sarchie has documented a riveting chronicle of the inexplicable that gives a new shape to the shadows in the dark. Not fanatics with explosive vests or political hostage takers. Joe and his team square off against terrorists who have the most advanced and exotic weapons of mass destruction. Real mad scientist stuff. Bonus features include character profiles and a never-before-published glimpse behind the scenes of the Department of Military Sciences. Uncovering the Truth About the Other Side.

See, things got too real for people in the comic world and the Senate, yes, the Senate, initiated the Comic Code of Authority which is, in fact, still in force today although not strictly adhered to anymore.

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Go ahead and read the restrictions that comic artists and authors had when it came to developing and writing their comics - As a result of the s Senate hearings and protests from vocal but deeply misinformed critics, comic book publishers were bullied into censoring their own content.

In a stunning move to ignore the First Amendment, the Comics Code seal of approval would only be given to a new wave of sanitized comics. Here's what the code specified: Crimes shall never be presented in such a way as to create sympathy for the criminal, to promote distrust of the forces of law and justice, or to inspire others with a desire to imitate criminals. If crime is depicted it shall be as a sordid and unpleasant activity.

Criminals shall not be presented so as to be rendered glamorous or to occupy a position that creates a desire for emulation. In every instance good shall triumph over evil and the criminal punished for his misdeeds. Scenes of excessive violence shall be prohibited. Scenes of brutal torture, excessive and unnecessary knife and gunplay, physical agony, gory, and gruesome crime shall be eliminated.

No comic magazine shall use the word horror or terror in its title. All scenes of horror, excessive bloodshed, gory or gruesome crimes, depravity, lust, sadism, masochism shall not be permitted. All lurid, unsavory, gruesome illustrations shall be eliminated. Inclusion of stories dealing with evil shall be used or shall be published only where the intent is to illustrate a moral issue and in no case shall evil be presented alluringly, not so as to injure the sensibilities of the reader.

Scenes dealing with, or instruments associated with walking dead, torture, vampires and vampirism, ghouls, cannibalism, and werewolfism are prohibited. Profanity, obscenity, smut, vulgarity, or words or symbols that have acquired undesirable meanings are forbidden. Nudity in any form is prohibited, as is indecent or undue exposure. Suggestive and salacious illustration or suggestive posture is unacceptable.

Females shall be drawn realistically without exaggeration of any physical qualities. Illicit sex relations are neither to be hinted at nor portrayed. Violent love scenes as well as sexual abnormalities are unacceptable. Seduction and rape shall never be shown or suggested.

Sex perversion or any inference to same is strictly forbidden. Nudity with meretricious purpose and salacious postures shall not be permitted in the advertising of any product, clothed figures shall never be presented in such a way as to be offensive or contrary to good taste or morals.

Wanted Undead or Alive by Janice Gable Bashman and Jonathan Maberry

Try having to write within those confines. Comic book artists and authors of yore were the heroes fighting the evil of misinformation, lack of education and just a sheer lack of intelligence. Of course, it wasn't too long before the comics started fighting back, starting with Stan Lee and Marvel. They pretty much said 'stick my fist' to the code and the rest started to follow.

Wanted Undead or Alive

So whether those evils are the ignorant masses trying to stifle the First Amendment, some ghoul trying to eat your face or your run-of-the-mill serial killer trying to do the same, Maberry and Bashman have a hero or antihero to counter those guys. The amount of research gone into formulating this novel is amazing. From film and literature greats to FBI profilers and artists that let their artwork speak for themselves, everyone has a different take on what's evil and what's needed to fight that evil.

While the monsters under the bed and creeps on the pages and screens may give you nightmares, I don't think there's anything more truly terrifying than the last portion of this book detailing real life evil in the likes of notable serial killers. Some of the details are rather graphic and I'd recommend not reading that particular part while eating. I made that mistake and, well, let's just say I lost my appetite. If you're a writer, you'll definitely want this mini-encyclopedia in your collection for GvE reference.

It will certainly broaden your scope to avenues that you probably wouldn't think of. The unconventional along with the conventional is highlighted between these blood red pages and you'll get sucked right in. Hopefully you'll be able to get back out again. If you're thrifty enough and take note of the tips doled out in these pages, you'll be sure to walk away from this sight relatively unscathed.

Dec 15, Once Upon a Twilight rated it liked it. First I have to say that the title is funny and I had to read it twice to make sure what I was reading is correct. This book is a guide to all supernatural and evil villains and ways to escape. However, it also has descriptions of hero's and how they help save the world. It has a little of both worlds which is why this book is a great.

It's a great reference book for those who are in love with the paranormal and who wants to learn the history behind it. It's insightful, Strange and evil goodness First I have to say that the title is funny and I had to read it twice to make sure what I was reading is correct. It's insightful, Strange and evil goodness. I recommend this book to all you supernatural lovers!! Sep 01, Mindy Sorensen rated it it was amazing.

This book is really awesome! I definately learned a lot! There was one thing that I really loved, when it was talking how to bury people you didn't want to come back from the dead, one of the things they did was put their shoes on the wrong feet, so it would confuse them when they rose, I thought that was hilarious!

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There is a bunch of fun stuff like that, awesome facts. The book also talked about tv shows that had to do with heroes and vampires, and it made me want to go and watch them! Overall This book is really awesome! Overall I say this book is incredible, and its one I will keep forever! Nov 15, Amanda rated it liked it. A pretty handy compendium of monsters and their respective counterparts, this book is nice for any aspiring horror or fantasy writer because it provides just enough information to get the storytelling juices flowing and allows for the prospective writer to narrow down their research pretty quickly.

It delves a little bit into the philosophical side of the evolution of today's monsters and ghouls, but nothing too in depth, which I have to say was kind of a disappointment, since I was expecting th A pretty handy compendium of monsters and their respective counterparts, this book is nice for any aspiring horror or fantasy writer because it provides just enough information to get the storytelling juices flowing and allows for the prospective writer to narrow down their research pretty quickly.

It delves a little bit into the philosophical side of the evolution of today's monsters and ghouls, but nothing too in depth, which I have to say was kind of a disappointment, since I was expecting that kind of thing. Jan 30, Jennifer Monzon rated it liked it Shelves: I found the title extremely misleading. Instead it seems to be mostly a catalog of characters from different TV shows, graphic novels, cartoons, movies, books, and games.

Jan 06, Clayton Bye rated it really liked it Shelves: Dec 28, Kristina Rienzi rated it it was amazing. As a paranormal writer, this book was priceless! An enjoyable supernatural reference guide that I couldn't live without.

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I find myself referring to it with each new story I plot. A must read for all writers with non-human characters. Jul 30, Jenn Swanson rated it really liked it. This book I would recommend to anyone who is interested in the horror genre. It covers movies, books, comics, etc. It is full of fun facts and information in an interesting way. Mar 28, Kristin rated it it was ok. I like the premise of the book, the survey of monsters and monster hunters. However, it was poorly edited.

It was written by Garth Ennis.

That kind of a mistake just makes me wonder what else was missed. Jul 11, Peggy rated it liked it. A collection of essays on the traditions surrounding the history of those who fight evil. Clearly written for a pop culture audience, there's some interesting history here, but a lot of repetition and some bad copy editing slow down a pretty fun ride. Dec 12, Jage rated it it was ok. Apr 14, Darcy rated it it was ok Shelves: This was an interesting book, one which explores so many myths that we read about in fiction and what their impact is on pop culture.

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