Hear what our readers say
At Zinno Books, we believe in crafting stories that resonate and leave a lasting impression. Our passion for writing is reflected in the overwhelmingly positive feedback we receive on both Amazon and Goodreads, with countless 5 and 4-star reviews highlighting the quality and impact of our work. These testimonials are a testament to the dedication we pour into every book, assuring new visitors that our offerings are truly worth reading.
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This book deserves to be mentioned alongside The Exorcist and The Haunting of Hill House. It’s that good. The writing feels timeless every scene carefully built, every word chosen to pull you deeper into the nightmare. Zinno Sr. has written something truly special.
-Anthony H., Goodreads (Whispers And Wings)
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What moved me most was the mother-daughter relationship. Beneath the possession and darkness, this is a story about love and loss. Watching Ava’s mom fight for her was just as emotional as the supernatural parts were terrifying. I cried. I screamed. I loved it.
-Jane b., Goodreads (Whispers And Wings)
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Dreams That Follow by Anthony Zinno Sr.
This was a chilling and emotional read. The horror goes far beyond a Ouija board it’s about a child being haunted and a family slowly breaking under the weight of fear. Ethan’s terror feels real, the presence is deeply unsettling, and the story stays tense from start to finish. What truly stood out was the emotional depth and family dynamic, which made the fear hit harder. A haunting, heartbreaking horror that lingers long after the last page. Highly recommended.
-Edward D., Goodreads (Dreams That Follow)
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Dreams That Follow is one of those horror novels that gets under your skin and stays there. What begins as an innocent childhood game quickly spirals into a nightmare that feels all too real. The author perfectly balances supernatural terror with raw emotion—especially the family’s slow unraveling as they try to protect Ethan. Equal parts terrifying and heartbreaking, this story captures the pure, helpless fear of childhood and turns it into something unforgettable.
-Sarah A., Goodreads (Dreams That Follow)
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The Asylum Became a Character I Won’t Forget
What impressed me most about The Offering is that Blackthorn Asylum isn’t just a setting it’s a fully realized, living presence. The way it morphs around the team’s fears and memories was such an inventive twist on supernatural horror. I found myself rereading some paragraphs just to appreciate how cleverly the author hinted at what was coming. The emotional unraveling of the crew members felt painfully real, and the slow reveal of the asylum’s ancient origins was both terrifying and mesmerizing. It’s a book that haunts you with its atmosphere as much as its story.
-Olivia., Goodreads (The Offering Below)
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This book is a nightmare dressed up as a documentary. I couldn’t stop reading. The crew starts off with such confidence, setting up cameras and joking around, and then Zinno starts dismantling them piece by piece. What struck me was how personal the horror felt, each character wasn’t just haunted generically, but targeted in ways that spoke to their own fears. I love when horror doesn’t just scare me but makes me think, and this book did exactly that. It asks: what if belief itself could bring something into being? What if the act of observing is enough to awaken what should never be disturbed? That final scene was devastating and perfect.
-Calvert C., Goodreads (The Offering Below)