Apart from "Something to Tide You Over," none of these stories are truly substantial enough to independently hold their own. However, their brevity endows the collection with the quality of being a swift and entertaining read. It has been a considerable period since I last watched the film. I wasn't a huge enthusiast of it. But interestingly, I actually believe that the visuals in this graphic novel are more impactful and memorable compared to those on the screen.

The graphic novel seems to have a certain charm that the film fails to fully capture. The detailed illustrations bring the stories to life in a unique way, allowing the readers to immerse themselves in the vivid worlds created by the artist. Each panel is like a small piece of art, carefully crafted to convey the essence of the story and evoke emotions in the reader.

Despite the lack of depth in some of the stories, the overall experience of reading this graphic novel is quite enjoyable. It offers a quick escape into a world of imagination and adventure, and the beautiful visuals make it a feast for the eyes. Whether you are a fan of the film or not, this graphic novel is definitely worth a look.

This was a truly cute read.

It had a charm that was impossible to resist. The story was filled with moments that made me laugh out loud.

The humor was light-hearted and engaging, keeping me entertained from start to finish.

It was one of those books that you can pick up when you need a break from reality and just want to have some fun.

The characters were well-developed and endearing, adding to the overall appeal of the story.

I would highly recommend this read to anyone looking for a funny and entertaining book to brighten their day.

It's the kind of book that you'll want to share with your friends and family.

Overall, it was a delightful experience and I can't wait to read more from the author.

No need to leave a long review for this one. I have to say that the stories are extremely cheesy and are truly just gag horror stories. In any event, if I were 8 years old and reading them, perhaps they would indeed give me a good scare. The graphics, on the other hand, are truly fantastic. However, I was really bored with the majority of the stories.

It's simply not my cup of tea from the great horror king. I expected more from such a renowned figure in the horror genre. The stories lacked depth and originality, relying too much on tired clichés and predictable plot twists. While the graphics added a certain visual appeal, they couldn't compensate for the shortcomings of the stories themselves.

-Alex

Everyone should own this.

For some mysterious reason, this comic had a greater impact on me than the movie.

Well, except for the roach part, which was just utterly DISGUSTING.

It's really a hoot.

I'm not even sure if this comic is still in print.

The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verril is truly life-changing.

It has a unique charm and atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you hooked from start to finish.

The story is both captivating and thought-provoking, making you reflect on the meaning of life and death.

The illustrations are also top-notch, adding to the overall appeal of the comic.

If you haven't read it yet, I highly recommend giving it a try.

You might just be surprised by how much you enjoy it.

Who knows, it could have a profound effect on you too.

Still "creeps" me out. Hahahahah

It's truly astonishing how certain things can have such a lasting and eerie effect on us. That particular incident or experience that still "creeps" me out to this day.

Every time I think about it, a shiver runs down my spine. The details are so vivid in my mind, as if it happened just yesterday.

Maybe it was the strange noises in the dark, or the unexpected appearance of something out of the ordinary.

Whatever it was, it left an indelible mark on my psyche.

I find myself sharing this story with others, hoping to get some sort of validation or understanding.

And yet, even as I laugh about it now, there's still that underlying sense of unease.

It's a reminder that some things in life are just beyond our comprehension and can have a profound impact on our emotions.

Hahahahah, but still, it "creeps" me out.

This was truly brilliant!

I felt an overwhelming sense of joy and excitement to finally have this as a part of my King collection. I can't emphasize enough how much I loved it. In fact, as I was reading, I was so caught up in the moment that I found myself dancing a little in my seat. It was that enjoyable!

The Creep is hands down the best narrator ever. His witty remarks and unique perspective made me laugh out loud more than once. And the stories themselves were pure gold for a horror-loving heart like mine. They are the epitome of 80s horror comics, filled with all the classic elements that make this genre so captivating.

I adored every single second of every story. The illustrations, too, deserve a special mention. They are simply rad! They add another layer of depth and atmosphere to the already amazing stories.

If you're a fan of Stephen King or just a horror enthusiast in general, do yourself a huge favor and pick up this little gem. You won't be disappointed!

Another of my favorite King books!

This is a graphic novel rather than prose. It's truly a delight to read. Basically, it's Stephen King's tribute to the horror comics of the 1950's, particularly EC Comics. He has done an outstanding job in capturing the essence of those comics. Berni Wrightson, who is my favorite horror artist and perhaps my favorite comic artist of any genre, has added his unique touch to this book.

The book is an anthology consisting of several short horror stories. These stories are filled with numerous scares and gore, and also have some unexpected twists. Fans of Stephen King who usually don't read comics should still find this book enjoyable. Similarly, comic fans who don't typically read King should love it, especially if they are horror enthusiasts. Fans of both horror comics and Stephen King have most likely already read this, but if you haven't, you really should give it a try!

I literally ran to the bookstore to get it and be able to read it as a book in the theme of Halloween, and I couldn't have made a better choice because it's really a gem.

It's creepy to the right extent, ironic and sharp as a good comic that respects itself should be (for me), vintage and melancholy in all its splendor.

I loved every little story, almost all of them very original, although the dialogues and thoughts of the protagonists sometimes leave a bit to be desired as they are too descriptive of a certain emotion or action that could easily be intuited from the magnificent illustrations, which are taken care of in the tiniest details.

The only flaw of this edition? Alas, oscarvò, we saved a bit on the money invested in the cover, which is aesthetically wonderful but of very poor quality. It tends to scratch and flake off very easily (and yes, it happened to me and I almost cried!).

King is well aware of what made the EC comics so remarkable, yet he just doesn't quite manage to reach that level.

There's a certain charm, innocence, or something else that seems to be lacking in his stories and characterizations. It's difficult to recapture that essence. After all, we now live in a post-EC world. What was once shocking and unique in the Fifties simply didn't have the same impact in the Eighties. King appears to simplify his typically effortless storytelling for this format, which I believe wasn't necessary.

This collection and the movie might have been more successful if King had chosen a story not specifically written for a comic book and incorporated it here. "Survivor Type" or "I Am the Doorway" or "Rainy Season" would have served as excellent source material for Bernie Wrightson to施展 his magic.

Ahhhh...and here comes the reason for the stars. Bernie Wrightson. One of the true Great Masters. Without a moment's hesitation, I place him among the ranks of Will Eisner, Jack Kirby, and Frank Miller as one of the great artists and storytellers in the comic medium.

"Creepshow" is a comic book published in 1983, written by Stephen King and based on the 1982 film of the same name. The film, in turn, is based on a screenplay by the King of Horror, marking his debut as a screenwriter. It should also be noted that the film is directed by another horror legend - George Romero, the father of the cinematic zombie. All of this is a winning formula for any horror fan, and if you're also a connoisseur of comics, there's no need to wonder. The publication has arrived in our native language from the publisher "Izток-Zapad", who deserve praise for their bold and non-standard decision.

If you've seen the film, you won't see anything very different here. The adaptation follows it quite closely, but there are also a few added scenes that, due to the film's low budget and the early special effects at that time, could not have been well (or at all) reproduced on film. On the pages of the comic, however, they fit right in. Like the film, the comic also presents an anthology of five hair-raising (well, some will just make you laugh, but that's part of their idea) stories, two of which are based on early short stories by King, and the other three he wrote specifically for the film, respectively the comic. Let's take a look at the stories briefly.

"Father's Day" - the first of the three original stories written by King for the film. It tells us about Newton Grants, a father who amassed his family's wealth through forgeries, rackets, frauds, and who knows what else, and who is killed by his daughter Bedelia right on Father's Day. Bedelia is quite unstable due to the constant emotional abuse from Newton. Well, he himself, however, rises from the grave and wants the cake for the holiday that he never received... and not just that.

Next is "The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill", based on King's short story "Weeds". Jordy is a rather stupid farmer who finds a meteorite and thinks he can get money from it to pay off his loan from the bank. The meteorite is hot and Jordy waters it so he can touch it. However, this causes the meteorite to open and a glowing blue substance comes out of it that sticks to Jordy's skin, and as a result, a plant-like organism starts to grow on his body. And I'll stop here. An interesting fact: in the film, the role of Jordy is played by Stephen King himself, and quite well, I dare say.

"The Crate" tells us about Mike, a janitor at a college, who finds a wooden shipping crate hidden under the college steps. Mike and the college professor Dexter Stanley decide to open the crate, but what comes out of it is not at all pleasant. This story is also based on a story by King with the same name.

"Something to Tide You Over" will introduce you to Richard Vickers, a rich and cruel psychopath who decides to punish his unfaithful wife and her lover. To this end, Richard lures them one by one into his beach house, and then, with a pointed pistol, forces them to bury themselves in the sand up to their necks and close to the shoreline, so that the tide will later cover them and drown them. Richard even sets up cameras so he can watch what will happen. His calculations go wrong, however, when the wife and lover return from the afterlife with a desire for revenge.

"They're Creeping Up on You" - I'm telling you now, if you're afraid or disgusted by cockroaches, this story is not for you. Here we will meet Upson Pratt, a ruthless businessman who, however, is afraid of all kinds of bacteria, insects, and dirt to such an extent that he lives in his hermetically sealed apartment, controlled by video cameras and electronic locks. All of this, however, will not help him when his apartment turns into a gathering place for cockroaches (how, you'll figure out in the comic). The story is not scary, but it is disgusting.

These are the stories in the anthology, written by the master King, and for the pictures and images that will stick in your mind as you look at the comic, Bernie Wrightson has taken care. The cover, in turn, is the work of Jack Kamen. The stories themselves, as well as their art, pay homage to the horror comics of the 1950s, sharing the typical style of that time. As a result, the whole comic is more than beautiful (despite the horrors inside), and the colors of Wrightson really jump off the page. It's truly wonderful that something like this has appeared on the Bulgarian market, a joy for horror and comic fans.

I suppose that in the 80s it would have been terrifying, but now it leaves a lot to be desired.

Back in the 80s, the world was a different place. Technology was not as advanced as it is today, and people's expectations and standards were also different. What might have seemed terrifying then may not have the same impact now.

However, in the present day, with the rapid development of society and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, our demands and requirements have also become higher. What we once thought was acceptable may now be considered insufficient or even lacking.

In conclusion, while the past may have had its own terrors and challenges, the present also presents its own set of expectations and disappointments. We must continue to strive for improvement and progress to meet the ever-changing needs of society.

I absolutely adored this. And of course, I did, as I also have a great love for the movie. It is truly an extremely challenging task to read this without envisioning the actors.

I continuously had their voices ringing in my ears, especially Adrienne Barbeau's. Her line, "Oh Henry, you're such a child!" kept echoing.

You simply cannot help but root for Fluffy when she encounters him.

The story seems to come alive in my mind, with the vivid images of the movie characters superimposed on it. It's as if I'm watching the movie unfold right before my eyes while reading these words.

The connection between the written piece and the movie is so strong that it enhances the overall experience of both.

I find myself completely immersed in this world, unable to escape the charm and allure of the story and its characters.

It's a wonderful feeling to have this kind of synergy between two different mediums.

I look forward to exploring more of this combination and seeing how it continues to captivate and delight me.