Welcome to my new Thursday feature: Turning Off The TV! In this feature I’ll be recommending books similar to TV shows or films you may have enjoyed, both entire series and specific episodes.
The TV series this week is: Supernatural.
Two brothers follow their father’s footsteps as “hunters” fighting evil supernatural beings of many kinds including monsters, demons, and gods that roam the earth.
I’ll be covering Supernatural quite a bit in this feature, as there are so many different themes and monsters to discuss – but I’ll make sure to mix it up every week so it’s not just Supernatural for months!
Enjoyed ‘The Wendigo’ (Season One, Episode Two)?
Then you might like these reads that feature a Wendigo in some way. In fact I’m sure almost every Stephen King book could be recommended to fans of Supernatural! I’ve read some of Stephen King‘s work, but sadly not this one – I do like his writing though.
Enjoyed ‘Skin’ (Season One, Episode Six)?
Then give these books featuring skin-changers (also known as skin-walkers) a try. Unlike this episode, the skin-walkers are not necessarily the villains. The Sookie Stackhouse Novels by Charlaine Harris is one of my favourite series, if not for amazing writing, then for just being a genuinely fun series to read.
Enjoyed ‘Asylum’ (Season One, Episode Ten)?
Asylums are certainly creepy places, and have been widely represented in literature. Here are some more stories to make them seem even creepier… Shutter Island is one of those books that really gets you thinking – one minute you’re sure of something, the next you’re questioning whether it’s the opposite.
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What an amazing feature, Rinn! I can’t wait for more!
Thanks Elizabeth =D Feel free to suggest any TV series or films if there’s anything in particular you’d like to see!
Fun idea! I haven’t read any of the books, but the film adaptation of Shutter Island is a favorite.
Oh yes, that is a good film. Poor Leo, definitely due his Oscar…
This is a cool idea..I keep saying I need to watch supernatural seems like my kind of show!
It’s a great one, but I still haven’t caught up! I’m near the end of series four, and they’re currently airing series nine. Such a variety of monsters 😉
I love this idea! I’ve just downloaded a the above books and can’t wait to sink my teeth into them! Looking forward to the next one.
Oh great! =D I’m glad it’s encouraged you to try them out. Let me know what you think of them when you get around to reading them, especially Shutter Island and Dead Until Dark.