We are so excited to announce – and reveal the final cover for – The Haunting of William Thorn; the first horror novel from #1 Amazon bestselling author Ben Alderson. A split timeline queer twisted love story, set against the backdrop of a haunted English manor, William and Edward’s story is perfect for fans of The Haunting of Hill House and How to Sell a Haunted House. Coming to bookstores near you September 9th 2025…

Read on for the final cover, full blurb and to learn more about your new favourite author…

ABOUT THE BOOK:

William Thorn had his life all planned out…until his long-term boyfriend Archie cheats, breaking his heart. Distraught, William kicks him out of their home, whereupon tragedy strikes when Archie is killed instantly in a car accident.

Riddled with guilt, William is shocked to learn that he’s inherited a manor in the quaint village of Stonewall, left to him in Archie’s will. He leaves the city with plans to make a new start for himself, but is surprised by the rundown state of the manor and the unwelcoming villagers who want him gone. His only ally is Edward, a seemingly friendly local with secrets of his own.

However, it’s not only the villagers who are adverse to his presence. A malevolent spirit roams the manor, one that seeks to drive William out for good. But when he uncovers the heartbreaking tale of two men in love in the 1930s, William strives to find peace for the spirit, ending the haunting once and for all.

But what dark secrets lie hidden in the manor walls? And will William be able to put aside his own grief to save his new home…and his life?

MEET THE AUTHOR:

Ben Alderson is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and former BookTuber. In 2023, he was nominated for TikTok Author of the Year, and in 2024 for BookTok Breakthrough Author of the Year. An avid promoter, Ben is active on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. He has self-published a number of M/M romantic fantasy novels, and his Realm of Fey series was republished with Angry Robot Books. Ben lives in Oxfordshire and, when not writing, can be found reading, taking Winston – his Labrador – out for long walks, or obsessing over Marvel’s The Scarlet Witch.