ABOUT DEVIL'S ROCK
At Devil’s Rock, we believe horror has the power to do more than just scare — it can connect, heal, and inspire change.
Founded in 2019 by bestselling horror author Daniel Willcocks, Devil’s Rock was built on a simple belief: horror should mean something.
Not just entertainment.
Not just shock.
Not just spectacle.
But stories with weight, purpose and impact.
At its core, Devil’s Rock stands on three foundations:
Here for Horror Readers
Helping readers discover quality, human-curated horror — free from algorithms, trends and empty hype.
Here for Horror Writers
Creating meaningful, ethical and innovative ways for writers to share their stories and reach new audiences
Real World Impact
Using dark fiction as a force for real-world good, supporting causes that matter beyond the page
We’re building a home for horror lovers who want more than surface-level scares — a place where the genre is treated as culture, not content, and where stories don’t just unsettle you, they stay with you.
Here, the worlds may be dark — but the impact is lasting.
Horror that chills. Publishing that gives back.
Meet the Team
Daniel Willcocks
AUTHOR | PUBLISHER | FOUNDER
With over a decade of experience working in and around dark fiction, Daniel has built projects across publishing, podcasting, community platforms and collaborative storytelling — all driven by a single focus: strengthening the horror ecosystem for both readers and writers.
He is the author of multiple horror novels and novellas, co-creator of the Twisted Tales series, co-found of The Other Stories podcast, and a long-time advocate for ethical publishing, human-curated discovery and community-led infrastructure. Through Devil’s Rock Books, Daniel is building a platform that connects readers with meaningful horror, supports writers with clearer access and real opportunity, and uses dark fiction as a force for real-world impact.
His work is rooted in long-term thinking, cultural stewardship and the belief that horror deserves better systems, better support and better spaces to grow.
Found out more about Daniel at www.danielwillcocks.com.
Rob Howley
AUTHOR | SOCIAL MEDIA LEAD
Robyn Howley has three requirements to function; black coffee in the morning, red wine in the evening, and writing in between.
He has the imagination of a six-year-old, the soul of a retiree, and dreams of one day making a full time income as a multi-passionate creative.
He currently lives in Southampton, England, and when he’s not writing, he’s nestled on his favourite reading chair, wine in hand, consuming books; podcasts and YouTube tutorials on all aspects of writing, publishing and entrepreneurship.
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Archivists
Our trusted community curators who help build the Devil’s Rock Books library by identifying, validating and recommending quality horror for readers.
KIZ MONCRIEFF
Kiz V. J. Moncrieff (they/them) is a dark fiction author and animal behaviourist based in Kent, England. With a First Class BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour, their work blends scientific insight with richly detailed storytelling, exploring mental health, LGBTQ+ experiences, technology and the human condition, with a strong commitment to diverse representation.