The Nightmare Factory

"A fractured mind is often the way into a world not suspected by those of an innocent normality."Enter the universe of renowned horror master Thomas Ligotti—a universe where clowns take part in a sinister winter festival, a scheming girlfriend makes reality itself come unraveled, a crumbling asylum's destruction unleashes a greater horror, and a mysterious Teatro comes and goes, leaving only shattered dreams in its wake.In the tradition of Edgar Allan Poe and H. P. Lovecraft, Ligotti's sophisticated tales of terror take us to places few would suspect exist, where madness is only a thought away. The Nightmare Factory adapts four of Ligotti's most chilling tales into fine graphic literature by famed writers and artists Stuart Moore, Joe Harris, Colleen Doran (The Sandman), Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night), Ted McKeever (Batman), and Michael Gaydos (Alias). Featuring all-new introductions to each story by Thomas Ligotti.

Washington Post

“Moody art and ominous pacing create an air of creeping mystery that suits Ligotti’s macabre tales.”

Boston GlobeTop 12 Graphic Novels of the Year recipient

“Provides a bitterly entertaining treat for those attuned to its storyteller’s grim sentiments.”

San Jose Mercury News

“Each story is original and toys in macabre fashion with our nerves. Classy, evocative artwork, too.”

Comics Buyer’s Guide

“Templesmith’s art posses the power to spread fear all by itself...and Doran, McKeever, and Gaydos do a splendid job.”

Rue Morgue

“The Nightmare Factory lives up to its title, cleverly manufacturing disturbing dreams for discerning horror comic readers.”

Kirkus Reviews

“A large and generally very impressive gathering of imaginative and stylish horror fiction . . . richly atmospheric.

Library Journal

“The skillful art subtly, or not so subtly, pulls out the creepiness of the premises and plots.”

Contra Costa Times

“Original and toys in macabre fashion with our nerves. Classy, evocative artwork.”

EW.com (Entertainment Weekly)

“Deliciously bleak. B+”

Rain Taxi

“Devotees will appreciate the visual interpretations of his [Ligott’s] work, and newcomers will find the book an accessible introduction to a genuinely unsettling dreamscape.”

Ain't it Cool News.com

“[E]ntertaining from start to finish...These tales of terror exude waves of paranoia and pathos from every page.”

Fangoria.com

“Worth a visit...the artwork alone warrants a look.”

A.V. Club.com (The Onion)

“Beautifully, queasily rendered.”

Myjoblo.com

“I’d recommend picking THE NIGHTMARE FACTORY up and giving it a whirl.”

City Link (Florida)

“A fine, creepy read.”

Fearzone.com

“Outstanding...moody and deeply disturbing...each of these four stories will elicit a deep visceral response in the reader.”

CountGore.com

“[A] resplendent and disturbing graphic novel adaptation...More than a graphic novel, this is an event! Don’t miss it!”

Thick Online.com

“If you’re into horror stories, than I’d strongly suggest checking out THE NIGHTMARE FACTORY.”

From the Back Cover

"A fractured mind is often the way into a world not suspected by those of an innocent normality."Enter the universe of renowned horror master Thomas Ligotti—a universe where clowns take part in a sinister winter festival, a scheming girlfriend makes reality itself come unraveled, a crumbling asylum's destruction unleashes a greater horror, and a mysterious Teatro comes and goes, leaving only shattered dreams in its wake.In the tradition of Edgar Allan Poe and H. P. Lovecraft, Ligotti's sophisticated tales of terror take us to places few would suspect exist, where madness is only a thought away. The Nightmare Factory adapts four of Ligotti's most chilling tales into fine graphic literature by famed writers and artists Stuart Moore, Joe Harris, Colleen Doran (The Sandman), Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night), Ted McKeever (Batman), and Michael Gaydos (Alias). Featuring all-new introductions to each story by Thomas Ligotti.

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