Description: Murder Ballads is an illustrated exploration of twenty traditional murder ballads, blending haunting artwork with in-depth histories of each song. Katy Horan examines the genre's roots in patriarchal violence and white supremacy, its ties to true crime, and its lasting cultural impact. Complete with lyrics, reflections, and a curated list of recordings, this collection is perfect for fans of folk music, history, and the macabre.
Brief description: Katy Horan is a Texas-based Illustrator and fine artist. She received her BFA in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2003 and has since become known for work that is dark, beautiful, and almost always about women. She is the co-creator, with writer Taisia Kitaiskaia, of Literary Witches: A Celebration of Magical Women Writers and The Literary Witches Oracle: A 70-Card Deck & Guidebook.