How about a little horror for your summer?

Our librarians put together a list of some of their favorite horror novels and short stories from the past couple of years. Most of the books are available now, or have short waitlists. Here are a few to get you started:

Horns by Joe Hill
After the murder of his girlfriend, Ig Parrish gets drunk and wakes up with horns in his forehead. Ig’s demonic appearance only increases the suspicions and whispers around him and awakens a terrible power and rage.

The Disappearance by Bentley Little
Gary’s girlfriend has vanished, along with any record of her existence. All the clues lead to the eccentric Homesteaders cult, but the answers will have dire consequences.

Swan Song by Robert McCammon
The world is dying and nefarious armies of men and monsters walk the decimated cities. A young girl named Swan has a hidden power that may save mankind—if she can save herself.

The Passage by Justin Cronin
Sabotage at a military research facility triggers the liberation of a virus that turns infected people into insect-like vampires. The survivors’ only hope lies with a 6-year-old orphan girl who may be able to turn the tide for humanity.

Disturbed By Her Song by Tanith Lee
A heady mix of fantasy, surrealism and the darkly erotic, these stories take place in a variety of eras and places, from early 20th-century Egypt to an alternate universe Paris.

John Dies at the End by David Wong
Once you try the new street drug Soy Sauce you may come back, but you may not come back human… A humorous gross-fest about two college dropouts who are trying to save the world from a very hostile takeover.

For 16 more suggestions, see our Seattle Picks: Horror list.