It's All in Your Head

Posted by Zach H.

There are certain stories that have the ability to get under your skin and fester in your imagination. As you read them you may find that you see the world slightly different than before. To me, these authors have the ability to make monsters out of shadows and take the reader's imagination on a (suspenseful at times) joyride. Enjoy, and remember that it's all in your head.

Alice by Christina Henry

Henry’s take on Alice in Wonderland is a dark spin on the classic tale that achieves a perfect grimness without being too crude. It’s an interesting view of time’s effect on memories.

House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski

Embodying the Greek myth of the Labyrinth, this novel can be quite challenging at times, but rewarding once you finish reading.

The Gone-Away World by Nick Harkaway

Harkaway managed to blend several genres and make an entertaining book. It’s a not-so-typical post-apocalyptic book that has comedy, science-fiction, fantasy, and interesting characters all-in-one.

Camp Concentration by Thomas M. Disch

Written during the Vietnam War, this novel takes place in a secret military installation where military prisoners are experimented on with the goal of creating geniuses. 

Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

Rounding out the list is a dark and magical fairytale by Gaiman. Like Christina Henry’s Alice, Gaiman’s story deals with memories and how they can change over time. It is a short and entertaining read.