Comics Publisher Spotlight: Storm King Comics 

This month’s comics publisher spotlight is on Storm King Comics, the home of horror legends (and spouses) John Carpenter and Sandy King. Storm King Comics delivers unforgettable comics that capture fans of horror, suspense, and supernatural adventures. For gentle scares for young readers, Storm King has a special imprint called Storm Kids. Storm King has something for all ages available for free on Hoopla. What better month to highlight Storm King Comics and Storm Kids than in the spooky month of October?

The Legacy of Storm King Comics 

At the heart of Storm King’s offerings is Storm King Comics, a collection that spans genres from horror to suspense. Known for visually striking illustrations and gripping narratives, these comics bring characters and worlds to life in ways few publishers can. After reading these, you’ll want to sleep with the lights on (or is that just us?). Each story leaves a lasting impression. 

Browse the collection of Storm King Comics on Hoopla or check out these highlights: 

Titles to Try from Storm King Comics on Hoopla 

John Carpenter’s Night Terrors: Blood of the Taken Book 2: Next of Kin 

Anxiety grips the ancient vampire Theo and her newest companions, Liam and the imperiled Ed, as winter descends upon their decaying house, with Theo determined to protect her new family from both mortal threats and the recently escaped vampire, Ellis.

Meanwhile, as Liam struggles with his transformation, Ed uncovers secrets of Theo’s dark past, plunging them all into a nightmarish obsession where their only refuge is their bond with each other.  

Storm King Comics Dark & Twisted: Death Mask Vol. 2: Ichor Azure by Amanda Deibert and illustrated by Cat Staggs 

Targeting the children of the Hollywood elite, a serial killer forces Detective Maza to seek help from the only person who can catch the murderer: the unrepentant serial killer who once nearly ended Maza’s life, Alejandra Guerra (known as Death Mask).

The two women must form an uneasy alliance to stop the killings before the body count surpasses the victims’ follower count. 

George A. Romero’s The Amusement Park  

In a coffee shop built on the site of a former amusement park, William Lincoln meets an elderly man whose conversation reveals the park’s true nature.

Far from family fun, the park was a surreal world of horrors where every attraction simulated the downward spiral of aging and elder abuse, ultimately leading to death. 

John Carpenter Presents Storm Kids: The Ghost Whiskerers by Thomas F. Zahler  

A young boy named Daniel discovers his cats are guardians of the afterlife and that his new house is the main gateway for spirits.

Now Daniel and his feline friends must learn to guide these spirits to their final destination while the boy simultaneously tries to build a new life for himself. 

Celebrate Halloween with Storm King and Hoopla 

When you use Hoopla, Storm King Comics and Storm Kids titles are easily accessible from anywhere. Dive into the world of Storm King (if you dare!) and discover why fans keep coming back for its unique blend of horror, suspense, and unforgettable storytelling.