This Week in Horror — Week of June 22, 2026

New Horror Releases

Harvest Season by Brynne Weaver

Published: June 9, 2026

This week, Harvest Season made a significant entrance with an impressive increase of 1,881 ratings, going from 5,765 to 7,646. The book combines elements of dark romance and suspense, making it an intriguing addition to the thriving market of horror fiction, thereby earning the top position in the current chart.

Stats: 5,765 → 7,646 (+1,881)

The Delivery by Gregg Hurwitz

Published: July 1, 2026

The Delivery saw a solid growth with an increase of 381 ratings this week, marking its performance with a total of 1,660 ratings. The novella's premise—an AI companion spiraling into psychological horror—captures the modern anxieties surrounding technology, making it a compelling contender in this week’s charts.

Stats: 1,279 → 1,660 (+381)

Headlights by C.J. Leede

Published: June 9, 2026

Another newcomer, Headlights, added 150 ratings to reach a current total of 1,149. As Special Agent Daniel Stansfield is drawn back into past traumas and hunting a chilling serial killer, the book taps into some classic horror themes, displaying a strong performance for a debut in the genre.

Stats: 999 → 1,149 (+150)

Horror Backlist Risers

The Summer Fun Massacre by Craig DiLouie

Published: June 16, 2026

This horror tale climbed by 134 ratings for a new total of 421, experiencing significant growth of 47%. Its narrative, blending nostalgia with summer camp horror tropes, shows a good reception among readers, suggesting a demand for slasher-themed stories.

Stats: 287 → 421 (+134)

Somebody Worth Killing by Jessica Payne

Published: June 16, 2026

Somebody Worth Killing has gained 111 ratings, leading to a total of 373. With its unique twist of a mother balancing family life and an assassin career, this book is attracting attention, possibly due to its intriguing premise and character dynamics.

Stats: 262 → 373 (+111)