Session 9 – Echo On Publications

the official novelization

‘Session 9: The Official Novelization’ by Christian Francis is everything a fan of the original film could hope for—and more. Francis skillfully transports the terror and atmospheric dread of the 2001 cult classic into written form, and the result is utterly gripping. As someone who loved the eerie tension of the movie, I was thrilled with how the novel deepens the story, offering chilling new insights into the characters and the disturbing history of the Danvers State Hospital. The way Francis expands on the original screenplay is masterful, breathing new life into the horror while remaining faithful to the essence of the film. This book is a must-read for horror fans, whether you're familiar with the movie or discovering its dark secrets for the first time. Prepare to be haunted all over again. Perfect for spooky season!

This book managed to stay true to the move and still be entertaining and worth the read. I enjoyed the subtle eeriness of the book and I found the way that they switched so quickly between characters to be delightful when I was worried that it would be jarring. I liked that they kept the atmosphere of not really knowing what was going on or who to believe at any given time and I think they did a wonderful job intertwining the sessions within the rest of the story. Overall, I would recommend this book both to people who have seen the movie and those who have not. (Go watch the movie, too, though!!)

This was a wonderfully done novelization for a movie that I really enjoyed. It did everything that I was looking for from a good novelization, it added to the story and fleshed it out better. I thought Christian Francis has a strong writing style and it told the story perfectly. It was suspenseful and glad it was what I wanted from this type of book.

A terrific book. Once I started I could not put it down. Session 9 is one of the most underrated horror movies of all time. To be honest, I wasn't sure how a novelization would work since the movie is so atmospheric and the setting plays such a huge part. However, the book does an outstanding job of effectively painting a picture of the setting and atmosphere. This book is a worthy companion to the movie for anyone that has already seen the movie and, at the same time, is a terrific read for anyone that hasn't yet seen the movie. Highly recommended.

I really enjoyed this book. More than I thought I would. I liked the characters! Great writing style and I liked the storyline. This book kept me guessing. I finished it in one sitting.

This was absolutely insane, no pun intended. It had those eerie, creepy vibes from the very beginning and my heart kept beating faster and faster. When I realized what was going on my jaw dropped and I felt nauseous. This was such a wild ride. Bingeable and nervewrecking. You’re meant to feel confused and frustrated. Enjoy the ride.

Creepy and gripping, and a side bonus is you learn more then you did if you watched it, which, I am always wanting more when something is really good. Good news is, you don't have to watch or read first imo to enjoy either one!

Session 9 The Official Novelization, is based on the classic 2001 motion picture by acclaimed director Brad Anderson. Released 23 years after the film first haunted audiences, this new novel by horror and dark fantasy author Christian Francis arrives just in time for the spooky season, promising to deliver a wealth of fresh nightmares to a new generation. Francis, known for his gripping novelizations of Wishmaster, Titan Find/Creature and Vamp, delves deeper into the eerie madness that made Session 9 such a horror gem. Set against the backdrop of the real-life abandoned mental institution, the Danvers State Hospital, the film’s atmospheric dread is reimagined on the page in Francis’ adept hands. This novel expands on the film’s screenplay, offering fans new insights into the characters’ psyches and unveiling more twisted, dark secrets from within the sinister asylum.

“Bringing Session 9 into a literary form has been a huge honor for me,” said Francis. “Brad’s movie is a personal favorite since I sat in the cinema watching it back in ‘01, and I relished being able to expand on its themes and explore the horrors within. My novelization is not only a tribute to Brad’s amazing creation, but also an invitation to revisit the fear that it first inspired in audiences.”

Session 9: The Official Novelization is available through all major bookstores and online platforms as an eBook, trade paperback, hardcover, with an audiobook release toward the end of the year.

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978-1-916582-59-0 (eBook)
978-1-916582-60-6 (Trade Paperback)
978-1-916582-61-3 (Jacketed Hardcover)

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