Awaiting Strange Gods: Weird and Lovecraftian Fictions

Darrell Schweitzer

Darrell Schweitzer, for 19 years co-editor of Weird Tales, is a familiar name in Dark Fantasy and fringe SF stories. But his forays into Weird/Lovecraftian got underway long after he had established his literary voice. These are very personal stories, notable for character development as opposed to HPL's cutouts against a cosmic background. 22 tales ranging from straight Mythos to Historical, and from Pennsylvania to Asia Minor. We think these tales are a treat, and you will too!

The artwork includes 3 illustrations and a dustjacket by Tim Kirk. Introduction by S.T. Joshi. 292 pages.

Published
September 2015
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Darrell Schweitzer

Darrell Schweitzer is a writer who thrives in the spaces between the known and the unknown, where the eerie meets the sublime. Known for his work in the realms of dark fantasy, horror, and weird fiction, Schweitzer’s stories weave together the gothic and the surreal with an uncanny mastery. His writing is often described as atmospheric and layered, inviting readers to step into worlds where shadows linger just a little longer, and every corner holds a whisper of something ancient and mysterious. Born in the heart of Pennsylvania, Schweitzer’s literary path began in the world of speculative fiction—an interest sparked by his early exposure to…