This title explores the enduring myth of Dracula and vampires and just why it has remained so popular for so long.

This is the THIRD and most recent edition.Lure of the Vampire is a pop culture reference book that takes you on a journey through the mythology and history of the monstrous vampires – through the romantic and, at times, scary vampires in movies, television, and books. Included in this definitive guide are interviews with “real” vampires and an extensive bibliography, lists, and websites for readers to continue their journey long after they have read the book. The author discusses a variety of vampire-related topics, such as why vampires are currently so “gentle” in movies, such as Twilight, compared to classics such as Dracula, and why women are lured to the “vampire boyfriend” and read every romance book about these bad boys that they can get their hands on.Lure of the Vampire provides the readers with clear cut sections beginning with the mythology of the vampire and going next to history, literature, movies, recreation, websites, and to modern times where the author interviews real life vampires. This is the third and final updated edition of this book. The previous editions have won multiple awards including Amazon and Kindle Best Seller in pop culture and reference categories.Her vampire live action role playing character was used by Elizabeth Loraine in collaboration on a fiction novella, titled Lillian: A Vampire's Story which is available at the end of this book for free!

This is the 1st edition of this book out of THREE books. There is an updated second and THIRD edition available with the same name . Do you ever wonder where vampires come from? Why women love those hot sexy vampires on television or in books? Why vampires are no longer scary to kids? These and other questions are answered within. Lure of the Vampire is a pop culture reference book that begins with the history and mythology of vampires and ends with interviews of modern living vampires. The author has provided "fun" lists like the Powers of Dracula, Real Live Vampire Murders, Television Shows and African Americans who have played vampires. There are also websites in each section that show the most popular vampire books and even children's shows and books. But, there is a personal twist when it comes to Lure of the Vampire. The author has provided personal essays from national and international vampire authors as well as her own. They range from a personal look at vampires in mythology to the romantic lust filled vampire. There are also interviews with various groups and individuals involved in the vampire community. Lure of the Vampire: A Pop Culture Reference Book of Lists, Websites, and "Very Telling" Personal Essays is a perfect quick to grab reference book for the vampire fan or author. It is concise enough to assist you in finding links to what you are looking for without our being too cumbersome and confusing.

Lure of the Vampire, A Pop Culture Reference Book, Revamped Edition is an updated version of the original book published in 2011. It is now being released with new information on the sexy and scary creature of the night, the vampire. The author takes the reader through the history and mythology of the vampire and then off into the vampires' invasion of mass media- books, television, and movies. But, readers will find that the trip doesn't end there. There are fun facts, "did you knows", links to websites, interviews of authors and more. She also looks at vampires as entertainment for children and teens in her sections that provide articles and lists that help guide parents to pick appropriate vampire shows, comics, games, manga, anime and books for their children and teens. Lure will then bring the reader to the real life aspect of the vampire by ending with academic information on real studies of vampires and real interviewers of "vampire lifestylers". Lure of the vampire is a must read for anyone who is looking for a quick grab reference book that's concise enough to assist you in finding the information that you desire without being too cumbersome and confusing. It is perfect for those that pride themselves as a vampire fan or even for those readers that are not as familiar with vampires. Audrey Koogler, Vampire Minister and Counselor said, " Bertena gives a fresh and unbiased look at the complex subject of vampires, where most books rehash the same tired notes she unearths overlooked melodies.." Bertena Varney, M.A., M.Ed., has spent most of her life enjoying vampires in pop culture and has followed the vampire from horrific monster to romantic lead. She is currently on tour with local colleges and libraries as well as horror and paranormal conventions such as Fright Night, ScareFest, and Dead Winter Con. She is from Winchester, KY and received her B.A. and M.Ed. in Social Science and Education and her M.A. in Sociology and Criminology from Morehead State University. She currently resides in Bowling Green, KY where she owns a mediation and life path center. She is also the Vampire Examiner at Examiner.com and teaches sociology at the local college. She can be found through her website at www.bertenavarney.com.

Cara Cahill has been trying to avoid her special gift since she was a child and realized she was different from everyone else. Born in Ireland to a mortal Mother and an incubus Father, Cara was bestowed with a special ability to sense the Supernatural beings around her by their colourful auras. Her gift soon became a curse as she realized that all the beings she could sense were drawn to her, whether she liked it or not. Now a grown woman, traveling around the Irish countryside with a runaway faerie and a disgruntled leprechaun, Cara discovers an unlikely group of Supernaturals who are on the hunt for her. When they are inevitably drawn to her she is forced into an uneasy alliance with three werewolves and two vampires. They believe that a recent earthquake that was followed by a raven's eerie cry was the first sign of Ragnarok; the end of the world. The ancient Norse god, Loke, has been released from his imprisonment in the underworld and is biding his time while his army of demons and giants gathers and awaits the final war to be waged. Cara scrambles to uncover the reason why an ancient god is so interested in finding her while keeping her apprehensive team of misfits working together, fighting off demon attacks, avoiding hostile supernatural encounters and protecting her heart from a vampire who is the only supernatural being she has ever come across who cant feel her lure and seems able to break through all of her defenses. All before the destined battle that spells the end of mankind and decides the fate of the world.

Jared Lantos and Andrew Berés - two vampires, once lovers, now foes, struggle to find love and forgiveness while battling those who would keep them from ever trusting one another again. While awaiting to be tried for the murder of a fellow vampire, Jared Lantos meets Joey Ryan, a young mortal, and is immediately drawn to him. Despite his conviction that the life of a loner is what he craves, Jared finds himself falling in love with Joey. The loving bond between Jared and Joey is strengthened when Jared cures Joey's father of his dementia. Meanwhile, Andrew discovers that the accusation of murder he'd brought against Jared was false, and seeks forgiveness from his one time lover. While in LA, Andrew chooses Tommy Cordain, a young fireman, to satisfy his need for blood, but against his better judgement, he is unable to forget the attractive young man. When the real murderer targets Andrew for the 'final death' by setting fire to the hotel where Andrew is staying, Tommy rescues him, and Andrew is forced to have him remember their shared night of passion. Believing they know who the real murderer is, Jared and Andrew confront the person, but the truth when revealed, is even more terrible, and could threaten the lives of their friends and lovers.