description Occultation Overview
Occultation and Other Stories is a 2010 collection by American writer Laird Barron and his second published story collection. Its fiction blends cosmic horror, noir-inflected violence, wilderness settings, and characters confronted by forces that undermine ordinary ideas of human identity and reality. Several stories share recurring motifs and connections with Barron's broader fictional mythology. The book was nominated for the Shirley Jackson Award for best collection.
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Occultation ranks #23 of 195 in the Horror Novel ranking, behind Dark Harvest, ahead of The Dangers of Smoking in Bed.
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How good is Occultation?
Occultation scores 8.05/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Horror Novel category. Major Barron collection with Shirley Jackson nomination, strong cosmic-horror reputation, and dense style that narrows mass appeal.
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