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Vanessa Maki

Vanessa Maki (she/her) is a queer writer, critic, artist, and Blerd. She has written for publications like Dread Central, Daily Dead, Fangoria, and many more. She’s a former contributor for Pink Advocate and The Mary Sue. And she’s currently a contributor for But Why Tho? etc.

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The Hottest Horror Monsters (Underrated Edition)

How many Draculas can one list contain?!

February 17, 2026

AEW Superstar Toni Storm Delivers Sapphic Action, Timeless Representation

We love to see a wrestler who isn't just queer in kayfabe.

January 27, 2026

Heist Guide: Holiday Horror

You better watch out!

December 17, 2025

Heist Guide: Extreme Horror

It's a vital subgenre — and it's not for everyone.

October 20, 2025

Heist Guide: The ‘Alien’ Timeline

And no, we're not counting the 'AVP' movies.

August 11, 2025

Heist Guide: Saw

Rise up, Jigsquad!

March 31, 2025

Heist Guide: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Into every generation, a whole bunch of potential Buffy superfans are born ...

February 11, 2025