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Good websites for reviews and criticism of literary horror fiction?

I've long been interested in the horror genre, but there are tons of novels and short stories out there and most of them, in my experience, are terribly written. I'm looking for websites, podcasts, newspaper reviewers, etc that will provide me with recommendations and discussions about horror fiction with an eye towards well-written, interesting stuff that's on the literary side of the spectrum.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 1:05 PM on July 14, 2020 (12 comments)

NYC boat rental recommendations for private birthday party?

My partner is turning 40, and since our plans for a European vacation aren't panning out we're hoping to spend a similar chunk of change on a boat rental for a booze cruise, sailing around New York harbor for several hours. I'm looking for tips and recommendations.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 7:36 PM on March 20, 2015 (3 comments)

Looking for a Kindle Paperwhite cover that works as a stand in bed

I like to read in bed, and I'd like a recommendation for a Kindle Paperwhite cover that will prop up the Kindle in landscape mode so I can read in bed without holding it up.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 1:53 AM on December 26, 2014 (4 comments)

Help me understand the electronics in my doorbell

I'd like to hook up a small raspberry pi project to my apartment's doorbell. I've taken the case off to take a look at the wiring and it looks pretty simple, but I have some questions about it; apart from some breadboard experiments I'm an complete newbie to electronics.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 6:38 PM on April 4, 2013 (5 comments)

Good ISP in NYC

I need a recommendation for a good ISP in NYC.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 11:43 AM on June 13, 2011 (8 comments)

What are the least interesting landmarks in NYC?

More or less as a joke, I'm looking for some landmarks in NYC that are well-known to New Yorkers and yet incredibly dull and prosaic.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 10:54 AM on September 16, 2009 (88 comments)

How can I use my PC's DVD drive from my netbook?

Does software exist which will allow me to use my PC's DVD drive as an external USB drive for my netbook?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 12:47 PM on May 20, 2009 (5 comments)

What 70's or 80's serial killer movie is this?

Help me identify this 70s / 80s serial killer movie featuring a scene where a barber gives the detective a shave.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 8:10 PM on May 11, 2009 (5 comments)

Rapidly-moving short stories?

What are some good short stories in which time passes extremely quickly?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 2:07 PM on September 1, 2008 (12 comments)

San Francisco exercise/fitness courses?

Where can I find an outdoor fitness course in San Francisco?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 11:41 AM on July 31, 2008 (10 comments)

Chuck Taylor durability techniques?

What can I do to keep my Chuck Taylors from completely disintegrating within a few months of purchase?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 11:46 AM on July 14, 2008 (24 comments)

Messenger bags versus backbacks?

Why do you prefer a messenger bag to a backpack / bookbag (or vice versa) for bicycle commuting? Should I get one?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 4:46 PM on May 14, 2008 (49 comments)

Marathon training in SF?

Can someone recommend a good beginner's marathon training group in San Francisco?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 7:41 PM on February 3, 2008 (7 comments)

I'm looking for gift suggestions for a beginning gardener.

I'm looking for suggestions for good gifts for a beginning gardener. Books? Seeds? Tools?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 5:01 PM on December 9, 2007 (17 comments)

IMAP proxying help needed

My work's firewall recently began blocking outbound traffic that isn't on ports 22, 80, and 443, and I'd like to use my home router (running openwrt) to proxy my personal IMAP email so I can read it from work.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 12:01 PM on November 5, 2007 (9 comments)

Yoga mat is not grippy

How do I make my yoga/exercise mat stickier, so my hands and feet don't slip around when I'm sweaty?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 9:36 AM on October 12, 2007 (14 comments)

What is the Latin name of this rhetorical device?

What is the formal Latin name of this rhetorical device?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 6:18 PM on August 20, 2007 (12 comments)

ActionScript book for an experienced programmer?

Can someone recommend a good ActionScript book for an experienced programmer?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 4:19 PM on March 30, 2007 (8 comments)

Decent windows CD-labelling software?

Is there any windows software for designing labels for my mix CD's which doesn't completely suck?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 2:01 AM on January 19, 2007 (5 comments)

Thunderbrd and inline images

How can I stop thunderbird from automatically rendering inline (attached) images?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 7:08 PM on October 14, 2006 (5 comments)

How do I securely fasten a mattress to the roof of a small car?

How do I securely fasten a mattress to the roof of a small car?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by whir at 4:11 PM on August 1, 2006 (18 comments)

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