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San Diego Comic-Con isn’t just a celebration of fandom. It’s a celebration of stories! Whether they’re told through films, games, or books, it’s the narratives that shape us, challenge us, and connect us. This year, three standout titles remind us that horror, humanity, and humor all have one thing in common: they’re rooted in the search for meaning.
Here are three can’t-miss upcoming releases spotlighted at SDCC 2025:
Horror’s New Wave: 15 Years of Blumhouse
On sale September 30, 2025
What started as a cost-effective way to make movies became a cultural revolution. Horror’s New Wave takes readers inside the rise of Blumhouse—the powerhouse studio behind Paranormal Activity, The Purge, M3GAN, and Get Out. With $9 billion in box-office success and a radically inventive model, Blumhouse redefined horror for a new generation.
The book includes exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, kill-count trivia, and insights from horror icons like Jason Blum, Jamie Lee Curtis, and M. Night Shyamalan. Whether you’re a genre scholar or just love a good scare, this is a must-have addition to any fan’s bookshelf.
“[A] fun cinematic history… offers no shortage of production anecdotes, behind-the-scenes images, and amusing statistics about kill counts…” — Publishers Weekly
Stories from a Stranger by Hunter Prosper
On sale September 23, 2025
What do a nurse, a stranger in the park, and 10 million followers have in common? Stories from a Stranger is a moving portrait of what it means to be human, created by ICU nurse–turned–TikTok storyteller Hunter Prosper.
Born from honest conversations with strangers, this book collects 100 intimate stories of love, loss, triumph, and growth. Each is paired with a striking portrait. Through questions like “Who was your greatest love?” or “What’s something you wish more people knew about you?” Hunter reminds us how powerful it is to listen.
If you believe in the healing power of empathy and everyday storytelling, this one’s for you.
The Outsider by Vir Das
On sale November 4, 2025
In The Outsider, Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das proves that humor isn’t just a tool—it’s a lifeline. His memoir traces a journey from growing up between cultures to navigating Bollywood, global comedy, and his own internal contradictions.
Whether faking appendicitis to escape boarding school or hustling through Hollywood, Vir’s story is full of wit, grit, and heart. It’s a love letter to misfits, creatives, and anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong—until they turned that difference into a superpower.
Each of these books—across horror, memoir, and connection—offers a reminder: storytelling is about making sense of chaos, celebrating identity, and leaving space for both fear and laughter.
Which title speaks to you most? Let us know in the comments and share your own favorite stories of survival, connection, or standing out.