Press Kit

New York, NY — December 3, 2025 — Author Roy Kyle invites readers into a world where old Hollywood
glamour collides with terror in his atmospheric new noir thriller, Shadows of Galactic Pictures. Set amid the
crumbling remains of a once-mighty movie studio famous for its creature features, the novel unravels a murder
mystery steeped in cinematic history, monstrous secrets, and a legacy of betrayal.
The story begins with a series of shocking deaths—former stars of Galactic Pictures, each killed in a manner
eerily reminiscent of the monsters they once portrayed. Drawn into the investigation is Detective Jack Rourke, a
hardened investigator battling demons of his own. What starts as a string of bizarre homicides quickly spirals
into a labyrinth of superstition, studio folklore, and long-buried grudges.
Kyle introduces readers to Karis Borloff, a forgotten actor and master makeup artist whose unparalleled
creature designs once defined the studio’s horror empire. Cast aside and betrayed at the height of his career,
Borloff vanished into obscurity. Now, decades later, someone or something appears to be using his legendary
creations to carry out a chilling revenge—one victim at a time.
As Rourke digs deeper, he steps into a decaying wonderland of abandoned soundstages, flickering marquee
lights, and dressing rooms where the past still whispers. Each clue edges him closer to a truth more terrifying
than the films that made the studio famous: the monsters of Galactic Pictures might not be fictional at all. And
the line between performer and predator is far thinner than anyone believed.
Inspired by classic noir, vintage horror cinema, and the mystique of Hollywood’s golden age, Kyle crafted
Shadows of Galactic Pictures as a love letter to the genre—equal parts atmospheric thriller, supernatural
mystery, and character-driven suspense. The novel explores ambition, justice, obsession, and the lingering ghosts
created by betrayal.
Perfect for fans of cinematic noir, Hollywood mysteries, creature thrillers, and richly atmospheric storytelling, the
book delivers tension, nostalgia, and a haunting sense of dread. Kyle’s immersive writing pulls readers into a
world where legends breathe, shadows speak, and the past demands its due. Roy Kyle brings a lifelong passion
for film history, noir storytelling, and monster mythology to his work. His talent for blending atmospheric detail
with gripping suspense creates a reading experience that feels both timeless and electrifying.
The book is now available — secure your copy here: https://a.co/d/eRTPzQr