Throughout history, people have been fascinated by the seductive allure of vampires. We read about them in books, watch stories about them on television and in movies -- but do we know all there is to know about them? Of course not. These creatures of the shadows have kept their most shocking secrets hidden . . . until now. "e;Dracula Transformed & Other Bloodthirsty Tales"e; features eleven vampire stories by Bram Stoker Award-winning author Mark McLaughlin and Bram Stoker Award finalist Michael McCarty. In these stories, they have unearthed many of the secrets of the bloodthirsty dead. In the novella "e;Dracula Transformed,"e; Dracula is brought back from beyond the grave in a manner that gives him startling new powers. Using these powers, he begins a bloody campaign of vengeance. In "e;Lucy Transformed,"e; you will learn of the relationship between Dracula and his daughter Zaleska, as well as his growing fondness for Lucy Westenra -- a fondness that will seal Lucy's doom. Even more vampiric horror awaits you in the remaining nine tales. McLaughlin and McCarty are the co-authors of the horror novel, "e;Monster Behind The Wheel,"e; along with other novels, story collections, and poetry collections. Both authors also have successful solo writing careers. Wildside Press books by Mark McLaughlin include: "e;Beach Blanket Zombie,"e; "e;Best Little Witch-House in Arkham,"e; and "e;Hideous Faces, Beautiful Skulls."e; Wildside Press books by Michael McCarty include: "e;A Little Help from My Fiends"e; and "e;Dark Duets: Musical Mayhem."e;