Charnel House (publisher)

Charnel House is a small press publishing house specializing in limited edition horror and dark fantasy books. Founded by Joe Stefko in 1993, Charnel House is known for producing high-quality, collectible volumes featuring works by prominent authors in the genre. These editions are typically hardcover, often signed by the author and artist, and bound in fine materials such as leather. They often include extra materials like artwork, essays, or alternate versions of the text.

Charnel House releases are characterized by their elaborate design, attention to detail, and relatively small print runs, often numbering in the hundreds rather than thousands of copies. This exclusivity and the perceived value of the books have contributed to a strong collector's market for Charnel House publications.

Notable authors whose works have been published by Charnel House include Peter Straub, Jack Ketchum, Poppy Z. Brite, and John Skipp. Due to the limited print runs and high demand, Charnel House publications are often highly sought after by collectors and command high prices on the secondary market.