Best-selling creator Alan Robert, the visionary behind The Beauty of Horror coloring book phenomenon and bassist/co-founder of Metal Hall of Fame inductees Life of Agony, is doubling down on terror this summer with two major announcements sure to thrill horror fans and collectors alike.
GHOULIANA GETS A KILLER UPGRADE — AND A NEW BOOK TO COLOR
First up, Robert’s iconic creepy-cute queen Ghouliana is back from the grave in a killer new deluxe action figure set from NECA. Following her debut in NECA’s 2023 Toony Terrors line, Ghouliana returns larger and more detailed than ever before.
The all-new Ghouliana & Poppet Glow-in-the-Dark Action Figures drop July 18th, boasting multiple points of articulation, a fabric bat-wing dress, her loyal undead pup Poppet, and eerie glow-in-the-dark features — making this 6.5-inch collectible a must-have for fans of Robert’s hit series.
"When I was a kid in the ‘80s, I’d make a beeline for the action figure aisle," says Robert. "Seeing Ghouliana on shelves today is that same childhood thrill all over again. We obsessed over every detail — from the poseable sculpt to the packaging and exclusive artwork. It’s a full-blown celebration of The Beauty of Horror universe, and I’m grateful to my friends at NECA for making this nightmare a reality."
Watch the animated teaser Below:
"The imagery of The Beauty of Horror totally aligns with everything we do at NECA," adds Randy Falk, NECA's VP and Creative Director. "It’s an honor to collaborate with a visionary artist like Alan to bring Ghouliana to life in figure form."
The scares don't stop there: Ghouliana's world expands even further on August 5 with the release of The Beauty of Horror: Ghouliana’s Sanctuary for Monsters — the franchise’s very first storybook that you can color, inviting fans to join Ghouliana on a frightfully fun adventure that blends narrative and interactive coloring in one delightfully macabre package.
More details about the coloring book here and The Beauty of Horror here
Photo Credit: Stoyo Gerov
Meanwhile, Robert's acclaimed psychological thriller graphic novel Crawl to Me is back in development for a big screen adaptation with a completed feature screenplay by T.J. Cimfel and David K. White — the writing duo behind Netflix’s Don’t Move, produced by Sam Raimi.
After a carousel of producer option hand-offs, the rights to Crawl to Me have returned home to Robert's Wasted Talent Entertainment.
An unnerving concept trailer has now dropped, directed and animated by executive producer Chris White (EP on the upcoming A24/Atomic Monster film The Backrooms) and based on Robert's original storyboards, giving fans their first chilling glimpse of the beloved horror comic brought to life on screen.
"It feels poetic to finally have Crawl to Me back in my hands," says Robert. "This is the adaptation fans have been waiting for — true to the book, and made with a team that understands its psychological complexity and raw terror."
Set during a brutal winter, Crawl to Me follows a young family’s descent into madness as a malevolent entity surfaces in their remote basement, blurring the line between reality and nightmare. Hailed by Fangoria and Bloody Disgusting as one of the decade'ss standout horror comics, the graphic novel’s mix of harrowing twists and deeply emotional storytelling has captivated horror fans worldwide.
More Crawl to Me details here.
ABOUT ALAN ROBERT:
Alan Robert is the best-selling creator of The Beauty of Horror coloring book series and the writer/illustrator behind acclaimed graphic novels including Wire Hangers, Killogy, and Crawl to Me. Beyond the page, Robert is also a founding member and bassist of the influential metal band Life of Agony, inducted into the Metal Hall of Fame in 2025.
ABOUT NECA:
The National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA) is a world leader in licensed merchandise and high-end collectibles, renowned for their detailed action figures, prop replicas, and pop culture memorabilia.
ABOUT THE BEAUTY OF HORROR:
Published by IDW, The Beauty of Horror blends dark humor with intricate line art. The franchise has spawned seven volumes, tarot sets, puzzles, guided journals, animation, and now its first-ever colorable storybook and deluxe collectible figures — fueling Ghouliana’s growing cult following.
