Vastarien, Vol. 1, Issue 2

Vastarien, Vol. 1, Issue 2 by Jon Padgett is published by Grimscribe Press and was released on July 29, 2018. This edition comprises 162 pages and is presented in English. The journal serves as a platform for critical study and creative responses to the works of Thomas Ligotti, alongside related authors and concepts. It features a diverse array of content, including nonfiction, literary horror fiction, poetry, artwork, and hybrid pieces that defy classification.

Readers will find a rich collection of contributions from various authors, exploring themes within horror and supernatural literature. The journal includes works such as “Patent for an Artificial Uterus” by Max D. Stanton and “Lacan on Lynch: Viewing Twin Peaks through a Psychoanalytic Lens” by Rob F. Martin, among others. With cover art by Yves Tourigny and internal illustrations from multiple artists, Vastarien offers a multifaceted examination of literary criticism and creative expression in the realm of horror.