Dell's Abyss horror line... any thoughts? - Page 2

Dr. Drib · 01-09-2022, 09:57 AM

This is an interesting site for people who - like ME! - enjoy this kind of stuff:

https://vaultofevil.proboards.com/th...-biblio?page=1

There are a lot of good sites on related to this issue, as most of us know.

ZodWallop · 01-10-2022, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

This is an interesting site for people who - like ME! - enjoy this kind of stuff:

https://vaultofevil.proboards.com/th...-biblio?page=1

There are a lot of good sites on related to this issue, as most of us know.

Thanks for that. I also enjoy Too Much Horror Fiction, the blog that launched Paperbacks From Hell.

Incidentally, just picked up the latest Paperback From Hell: Gwen, In Green. I haven't posted about these here as I don't think they ever go on sale. I paid full price for all of mine.

ZodWallop · 01-10-2022, 12:18 PM

Those Zebra covers are the worst! Which also makes them the best.

kyrilson · 01-10-2022, 05:33 PM

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Thanks for that. I also enjoy Too Much Horror Fiction, the blog that launched Paperbacks From Hell.

Incidentally, just picked up the latest Paperback From Hell: Gwen, In Green. I haven't posted about these here as I don't think they ever go on sale. I paid full price for all of mine.

I actually buy all of these in physical form, just because they're supposed to be "paperbacks" from hell. I've enjoyed just about all of them. The original Paperbacks from Hell book is also an excellent read, if you're at all interested in the old horror book history at all. It's a larger sized book. I really would recommend getting it in physical format so you can enjoy the book covers, etc. I'm not sure you can really appreciate the fantastic artwork of some of those older books on an ereader or tablet.

ZodWallop · 01-10-2022, 07:25 PM

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I actually buy all of these in physical form, just because they're supposed to be "paperbacks" from hell. I've enjoyed just about all of them.

Since I bought my first Nook, I haven't purchased paper books for myself. I already have so many space was becoming an issue.

My decision was solidified when a waterpipe in my garage burst, destroying 30 years of collected comics.

Of course, it's possible that my hard drive and back-up could both crash, so I'm not saying my way is better. Just what works for me.

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The original Paperbacks from Hell book is also an excellent read, if you're at all interested in the old horror book history at all. It's a larger sized book. I really would recommend getting it in physical format so you can enjoy the book covers, etc. I'm not sure you can really appreciate the fantastic artwork of some of those older books on an ereader or tablet.

I have the ebook, but am planning to read it on my Surface or 12.2" Android tablet. I understand what you mean, but hey, I can pinch and zoom

ZodWallop · 01-10-2022, 11:39 PM

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I actually buy all of these in physical form, just because they're supposed to be "paperbacks" from hell. I've enjoyed just about all of them.

If you like the Paperbacks From Hell series, you might also want to check into Macabre Ink's Resurrected Horrors series. Another series republishing old OOP horror novels. Guys like Charles L. Grant, Whitley Strieber, David J. Schow, Elizabeth Massie, Yvonne Navarro, Skipp and Spector. Now, they don't preserve the original covers. But on the other hand, each book is only $2.99.

JSWolf · 01-11-2022, 04:23 AM

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What would a computer based horror line be? They only run Linux!

I would go for Chrome for a horror line of computers.

JSWolf · 01-11-2022, 04:24 AM

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I thought the Abyss covers were ugly. I understand wanting to break away from the cheesy (but fun!) skeletons and the like.

How dare you get back on topic.

ZodWallop · 01-11-2022, 09:54 AM

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How dare you get back on topic.

The nerve of me!

kyrilson · 01-11-2022, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Since I bought my first Nook, I haven't purchased paper books for myself. I already have so many space was becoming an issue.

My decision was solidified when a waterpipe in my garage burst, destroying 30 years of collected comics.

Of course, it's possible that my hard drive and back-up could both crash, so I'm not saying my way is better. Just what works for me.

I have the ebook, but am planning to read it on my Surface or 12.2" Android tablet. I understand what you mean, but hey, I can pinch and zoom

You should back up your ebooks to the cloud somewhere, or to a USB drive. I have mine backed up to Dropbox and also on a USB drive. I use FileSync (Free software) to sync up my hard drive and Dropbox when I put new ebooks into Calibre and every once in a while I'll do the same with the USB drive.

For the most part I am ebook only, but for this one I did go physical.

kyrilson · 01-11-2022, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

If you like the Paperbacks From Hell series, you might also want to check into Macabre Ink's Resurrected Horrors series. Another series republishing old OOP horror novels. Guys like Charles L. Grant, Whitley Strieber, David J. Schow, Elizabeth Massie, Yvonne Navarro, Skipp and Spector. Now, they don't preserve the original covers. But on the other hand, each book is only $2.99.

Those are some favorite authors, so I'll definitely check it out! Thanks for the the tip!

ZodWallop · 01-11-2022, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kyrilson

You should back up your ebooks to the cloud somewhere, or to a USB drive. I have mine backed up to Dropbox and also on a USB drive. I use FileSync (Free software) to sync up my hard drive and Dropbox when I put new ebooks into Calibre and every once in a while I'll do the same with the USB drive.

I have a back-up hard drive, but likely should get a USB as well. They're cheap enough.

Deskisamess · 01-11-2022, 05:29 PM

I keep seeing this thread title, and think it is talking about Dell's tech support line being an abyss that you fall into while waiting for tech support.

Dr. Drib · 01-13-2022, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

Thanks for that. I also enjoy Too Much Horror Fiction, the blog that launched Paperbacks From Hell.

Incidentally, just picked up the latest Paperback From Hell: Gwen, In Green. I haven't posted about these here as I don't think they ever go on sale. I paid full price for all of mine.

Gwen, In Green was actually on my Wish List, before I saw your post. It looks like a fun read.

If you get to it, let me know if you think it's any good.

About the Gates title you asked about, I'm only 19% into it. (I'll send you a PM for further info.)

ZodWallop · 01-13-2022, 09:14 AM

Paperbacks From Hell: Anyone notice that The Auctioneer (which is part of the series) isn't available as a Paperbacks From Hell edition as an ebook? I wonder why that is? The publisher is the same for ebooks and paperback (Valencourt books). It's listed as a Paperback From Hell on their website. Barnes and Noble has the PBH paperback listed for sale. It even has a Grady Hendrix into. They just need to update the cover (which already exists). Weird.

I just bought the book and slapped the PBH cover on it in Calibre.

01-13-2022, 09:14 AM	#30
ZodWallop Gentleman and scholar Posts: 11,479 Karma: 111164374 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Space City, Texas Device: Clara BW; Nook ST w/Glowlight, Paperwhite 3	Paperbacks From Hell: Anyone notice that The Auctioneer (which is part of the series) isn't available as a Paperbacks From Hell edition as an ebook? I wonder why that is? The publisher is the same for ebooks and paperback (Valencourt books). It's listed as a Paperback From Hell on their website. Barnes and Noble has the PBH paperback listed for sale. It even has a Grady Hendrix into. They just need to update the cover (which already exists). Weird. I just bought the book and slapped the PBH cover on it in Calibre. Last edited by ZodWallop; 01-13-2022 at 09:18 AM.

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Dr. Drib Grand Sorcerer Posts: 45,445 Karma: 59592133 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Peru Device: KINDLE: Oasis 3, Scribe (1st), Matcha; KOBO: Libra 2, Libra Colour	This is an interesting site for people who - like ME! - enjoy this kind of stuff: https://vaultofevil.proboards.com/th...-biblio?page=1 There are a lot of good sites on related to this issue, as most of us know.

01-10-2022, 12:18 PM	#18
ZodWallop Gentleman and scholar Posts: 11,479 Karma: 111164374 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Space City, Texas Device: Clara BW; Nook ST w/Glowlight, Paperwhite 3	Those Zebra covers are the worst! Which also makes them the best.

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Deskisamess Wizard Posts: 2,752 Karma: 45301087 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ohio Device: iPhone 13 Pro, iPad mini, iPad Pro 12.9",Paperwhite 6.8", Scribe 2022	I keep seeing this thread title, and think it is talking about Dell's tech support line being an abyss that you fall into while waiting for tech support.