enter the Forbidden Realms.

The Forbidden Realms Anthologies bring together the finest tales of occult horror, weird fiction, and esoteric fantasy. From the haunted landscapes of Algernon Blackwood to the cosmic nightmares of H. P. Lovecraft, the mystical allegories of George MacDonald, the intriguing visions of Robert W. Chambers, and many others, these volumes open into hidden dimensions of the imagination.

Curated with care by Star Lore Publishing, each anthology offers timeless classics and lesser-known gems that embody the strange, the mythical, and the forbidden.

About the Series

Dedicated to the most haunting visions of classic weird fiction, occult horror and faery tales. These volumes gather tales of forbidden wisdom, cosmic terror, and allegory, bringing to life the strange worlds of authors who shaped the foundations of horror and fantasy.

What awaits you inside

  • Occult Horror: From the haunted writing of Algernon Blackwood to the blasphemous rituals of forgotten cults.
  • Cosmic Nightmares: Explore the abyss of authors like H. P. Lovecraft, where reality crumbles before the unimaginable.
  • Esoteric Fantasy: Mystical allegories from the likes of George MacDonald and strange, hypnotic visions from Robert W. Chambers.
  • Hidden Gems: Carefully curated selections of rare and influential works, chosen for their power to unsettle, inspire, and awaken.
Why Realms of Forbidden Knowledge?


Curated with passion for esoteric literature and occult history.

High-quality editions designed for collectors and lovers of the arcane.

A gateway into the forgotten foundations of horror, weird fiction, and symbolic storytelling.

Volume I

Veils of the Unseen gathers classic tales of occult horror and visionary mystery, featuring some of the greatest authors of the strange: Arthur Machen, H. P. Lovecraft, Dion Fortune, Robert W. Chambers, Algernon Blackwood, George MacDonald, and others.

From ritualistic initiations to cosmic terrors, from haunted episodes to perennial allegories, each story opens a door to the corridors of imagination and esoteric wisdom.

Perfect for readers of weird fiction, occult mysteries, folk horror, and allegorical wisdom, this anthology invites you to witness the forbidden and encounter the secret that flows beyond the veil.

Contents

Foreword by André Consciência

Part I: Opening Invocations

“Blood-Lust” — Dion Fortune

“The Mask” — Robert W. Chambers

Part II: Initiations

“The White People” — Arthur Machen

“The Willows” — Algernon Blackwood

Part III: Revelations of Horror

“The Dunwich Horror” — H. P. Lovecraft

“The Monkey’s Paw” — W. W. Jacobs

Part IV: Cosmic Currents

“The Story of Mimi-Nashi-Hoichi” — Lafcadio Hearn

“The Golden Key” — George MacDonald

Appendices: Author Biographies, Star Lore Publishing Authors’ Spotlight

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Future Volume

The forthcoming second volume of The Forbidden Realms Anthologies will delve deeper into initiatory horror, mystical rites, and visions of transformation. It will feature works by masters such as Lord Dunsany, Oscar Wilde, and H. P. Lovecraft, alongside lesser-known classic authors whose stories reveal the subtle and often unsettling reality that flows just beneath the surface.

Readers may expect:

Tales of ritual initiation and arcane knowledge

Encounters with elemental and cosmic forces

Haunting, visionary landscapes that stimulate perception

Illustrations and epigraphs curated to enhance the atmosphere

This anthology series is for those who seek literature that is entertaining and evocative of hidden worlds and the secret forces that shape them.