Creatures of Classic Horror: Guide and Coloring Book - Softcover

Rush, Davina

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1482017121 ISBN 13: 9781482017120

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Synopsis

A fun and educational gift for almost any age!Did you know that the first version of Doctor Jekyll and Mister Hyde was burned to ashes and then rewritten in just 6 days by a very ill Robert Stevenson? Were you aware that witch hunts and executions still exist in some countries? Or that the legend of the werewolf began in ancient Greece with King Lycaon? These are just a few of the intriguing facts that you'll discover when you purchase The Creatures of Classic Horror. Lurking through the pages of this exciting new coloring book and guide, you'll find: Dracula, Frankenstein's creation, Doctor Jekyll/Mister Hyde, Witches, Mummy, Zombies, The Headless Horseman, Zombie, Phantom of the opera, Werewolf, Alien and Demon. Enjoy detailed coloring pages for each of these characters, while also learning fun facts about their history, superstitious folk lore and literary appearances. And, as a BONUS, enjoy a list of film adaptations for each creature. Fun AND educational !Sarah Shoen at Vanity Fair writes that, "Horror fans will love this coloring book, featuring our favorite and scariest Hollywood icons. You’ll also learn about each character’s history and film adaptations while unwinding with this relaxing activity."

About this title

About the Author

Davina Rush is an entrepreneur, an artist and an author. She writes Gothic Supernatural fiction, as well as Educational Coloring Books, which she illustrates by hand. In addition to writing, she also runs a small business as a Personal Organizer, manages a local Supernatural Writer's Group, and is a mother to two beautiful daughters.

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Born in Northwest Florida, 1978, Davina has traveled all across the United States, collecting inspiration for her writing and art along the way. She has lived in Florida, Massachusetts and later in Tennessee, before returning to settle once more on the beautiful Emerald Coast near her family. During her time in Tennessee, Davina attended Chattanooga State College, where she studied art and literature. These two subjects have been a constant passion throughout all of her life; from elementary school to college and later continuing her practice and studies independently. Her biggest literary influences have been Neil Gaiman, Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, Shirley Jackson and Susan Hill.

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Davina's current publications include four educational coloring books; "The Creatures of Greek Mythology", "The Creatures of Classic Horror", "Famous Painters in Art History" and her own version of "Alice in Wonderland". Davina has also crafted a handful of short-stories, including her "Hotel California" and an inspirational book for women, "When Her Feet Hit The Floor". The complete collection of her titles can be found on Amazon.com. For more information or to contact the author, please join her on Facebook , Twitter or Instagram.

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When she isn't busy writing, Davina loves being outdoors; camping, kayaking, traveling, attending seminars, open air markets, mountain hiking, adventures of all kinds. She also enjoys oil painting and sculpture. She absolutely adores mountains and thunderstorms, fellow artists and writers, and all things creepy.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1482017121
• ISBN 13: 9781482017120
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Rush Davina J.
• Number of pages: 62