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Glamour Ghoul: The Story of Maila Nurmi and Vampira
“Glamour Ghoul: The Passions and Pain of the Real Vampira, Maila Nurmi” is an absorbing look at the woman behind the enduring character of Vampira. Based on journal entries, letters and oral testimony gathered by Nurmi’s niece, Sandra Neimi, the book … Continue reading
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Creatures of the Night:an Interview with Author Jim Fetters
(All photos, except where indicated, courtesy of Jim Fetters. Copyright 2012) In 1962, a Los Angeles-based television channel by the name of KCOP 13 premiered a horror show by the name of ‘Jeepers’ Creepers Theatre’, igniting in 12 year … Continue reading