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WhiteSpace: Episode 1 by Sean Platt WhiteSpace: Episode 1 by Sean Platt May 06, 2012 32499 words Read a sample
From the Kings of the Serial, Sean Platt and David Wright, who brought you the post-apocalyptic series, "Yesterday’s Gone," comes the new sci-fi horror series, "WhiteSpace." Hamilton Island seems like the perfect home. The Puget Sound bedroom community has it all — beautiful homes with white picket fences, a thriving tech sector, and one of the best school systems in the state. But not everythi
Never What It's Supposed To Be by Geoffrey Kruse-Safford Never What It's Supposed To Be by Geoffrey Kruse-Safford May 04, 2012 3712 words Read a sample
Ed Dillon has been on the road for his own reasons. A stop in Texas is far too typical, proving you can't outrun memory.
The Monk by Amy Gerrard The Monk by Amy Gerrard May 04, 2012 1019 words Read a sample
A solitary Monk walks the hallowed, stone pathways of an ancient Monastery and reflects upon his past life. But the end of his walk serves as a grim reminder of his fate. This is a free story that will be part of my Horror Collection that will be available in June 2012.
LAMENT HILL by Danae Samson by MEDIAARIA CDM LAMENT HILL by Danae Samson by MEDIAARIA CDM May 04, 2012 29791 words Read a sample
Lament Hill tells the story of a music journalist, David Masterson, who one day is given the assignment of a lifetime - to interview the world famous, reclusive rock star, Jared Lucas. Arriving at Jared Lucas's estate of Lament Hill, Masterson soon discovers that the interview he had hoped to secure turns out to be more than he bargained for...
Revived: First Steps by G Johanson Revived: First Steps by G Johanson May 03, 2012 5621 words Sample 30%
Part I- As a down on his luck bodyguard, Shaozu can’t be too picky with his assignments. Escorting a mysterious woman, Kammani, and her handmaiden, Lihua, from China to France sounds to be a risky venture with slave wages but Shaozu still offers his services. First of all he has to survive the interview... Revived is a paranormal serial, with new chapters available the first Friday of every month.
Dead World by Alice V Dead World by Alice V May 03, 2012 11849 words Read a sample
The Dead World is no place for children. The year is 2023 and nearly two years after a terrible outbreak that turned the dead into walking corpses. At night the world belongs to THEM and the remaining human survivors must struggle to stay alive. No one knows how this happened or why but reasons are the last thing on Myra's mind.
Dreams of a Vampire by Carole Gill Dreams of a Vampire by Carole Gill May 03, 2012 31462 words Read a sample
The short story introduces the reader to young Rose. It is the prequel to the novel, The House on Blackstone Moor. Rose has gone to visit her aunt, while there she reflects on the tragic circumstances she and her family face. But she also dreams of a dark, mysterious man. A creature of the night... The first fourteen chapters of the novel are included in this promotion.
Opt-Out by Steve Umstead Opt-Out by Steve Umstead May 02, 2012 3648 words Read a sample
A global social network announces an initiative to encourage its nearly one billion users to donate organs and body parts with just the click of a mouse. Millions of potential transplant recipients rejoice, but there is a dark side. For a young, newly engaged professional in Portland Oregon, that dark side arrives wearing a smile and designer suit during a chance encounter at a train station.
The Lift by Amy Gerrard The Lift by Amy Gerrard May 01, 2012 4059 words Read a sample
The Lift is a short story of urban horror. It tells the story of a young thug called Simon who enjoys causing trouble and callously harassing tramps. But when he picks on one such potential victim, he gets a victim that is prepared to fight back - and with horrific consequences. This story is free and is part of a short story horror collection that will be published later this year. Enjoy.
The Woods of Red Hill by Shaun Whittington The Woods of Red Hill by Shaun Whittington April 30, 2012 94455 words Read a sample
This thriller is written as seen through the eyes of an adult, and that of three children. No matter the age of the characters, a blanket of fear is around them and they find themselves in exactly the place where the macabre stories were born, in the woods. Packed with developing eerie stories, innocent friendship, and scenes of terror, this is not for readers under the age of 18.
Mold by Lindsey Goddard Mold by Lindsey Goddard April 30, 2012 5662 words Read a sample
When a new mother is forced to move into an old boarding home, she discovers the dark secret behind the phantom mold that keeps appearing on her walls.
Finding a Little Courage by Terry Persun Finding a Little Courage by Terry Persun April 30, 2012 1572 words Sample 20%
Jordan Spires has had a rough time of it lately, and is considering the unthinkable. But it's not like him to consider violence even upon himself. Maybe all he needs is a little courage.
Megan's Wish by Christine Morgan Megan's Wish by Christine Morgan April 29, 2012 3750 words Read a sample
A sweet little girl. A bullying big brother. A creepy old well. Beware of what you wish for.
Let The World Die by Walter Lazo Let The World Die by Walter Lazo April 29, 2012 481 words Read a sample
Sometimes, to sacrifice is too much.
Dead Last Vol. 1 Part 1 by Marc Quaranta Dead Last Vol. 1 Part 1 by Marc Quaranta April 29, 2012 12009 words Read a sample
After an airborne outbreak that wipes out over half of the world's population, a small group of survivors take shelter at a local TV station outside of Indianapolis. As time goes on, the group no longer believes that help is on the way. With a lack of leadership, the group begins questioning what to do and who to trust. Volume 1 consists of 10 parts.
Schlock! Webzine Vol 2, Issue 25 by Gavin Chappell Schlock! Webzine Vol 2, Issue 25 by Gavin Chappell April 29, 2012 32557 words Read a sample
This week we see the continuation of Lovecraft’s Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath, followed by a twisted tale of ecclesiastical duty by Samantha Stevens-Clay. Zak Dawson’s Dominion continues while Stranglehold by Albert Betzer reaches a bloody close. We also have Doctor Kim by Stephen Hernandez, a story of sadism, surgery and things even more bizarre.
Herrick (Vampire Morsels) by Joleene Naylor Herrick (Vampire Morsels) by Joleene Naylor April 27, 2012 4176 words Read a sample
Short Story. Not for children. Part of a collection called Vampire Morsels about vampires from the Amaranthine universe. Takes place during Shades of Gray (the full length novel also by Joleene Naylor). Herrick's unrequited love for the mortal Caroline has left him on the fence. Should he take his friend's advice and reveal the truth to her? When tragedy strikes, his mind is made up for him.
A Distortion of the Dead by Jon Olson A Distortion of the Dead by Jon Olson April 27, 2012 5051 words Read a sample
The horrors of trench warfare during the First World War would leave a lasting and devastating impression on those involved. For one Canadian private, living amongst the dead in the trenches was common. Fighting the living dead, however, was not.
Spine Shivering Stories! by Michelle Lowe Spine Shivering Stories! by Michelle Lowe April 27, 2012 20883 words Read a sample
Spine Shivering Stories is a collection of four spooky tales. Find out what happens to Alex after becoming one of the Living Dead. Will Alicia escape a serial killer in her movie theater? After the worldwide flood, what has become of the human race? And when three youths stay the night in the fortress of Vlad the Impaler will they survive? the night?
Adrift by Lisa Dee Adrift by Lisa Dee April 26, 2012 10165 words Read a sample
“Adrift” features a poor woman who dearly wishes she would not keep disappearing.
Adverse Camber by Christopher Best Adverse Camber by Christopher Best April 26, 2012 6278 words Read a sample
On their perilous drive home from a New Year's Eve celebration, through swirling snow and much the worse for drink, a couple are caught in a near-fatal accident. Out of the blizzard appears a figure to help them. But his story will change their lives forever.
Short Shocks 2 by Andy Love Short Shocks 2 by Andy Love April 26, 2012 53422 words Sample 20%
The author dug up death, severed it into six parts and called them his horror stories.
The Old Mansion by Walter Lazo The Old Mansion by Walter Lazo April 26, 2012 1607 words Read a sample
A short story of two young girls and a boy that set out on an adventure to discover elves.
Carnage (Fury Short Story Series) by Dorothy Darrow Carnage (Fury Short Story Series) by Dorothy Darrow April 24, 2012 500 words Read a sample
The Fury Short Story Series follows a single vampire on his mission to track and destroy his creator, the Vampire Queen. The Fury series is a non-sequential companion series to the Vampire Queen novels, the first of which, These Flowers Have a Taste for Blood, is now available for download. Please remember to rate and review.
Death Park by Marie Brown Death Park by Marie Brown April 24, 2012 2377 words Read a sample
Science fiction combines with paranormal horror in this short story set in the distant future, where everybody knows to avoid Death Park at all costs, but no one remembers why.
The Price of Survival by Mark Allan Gunnells The Price of Survival by Mark Allan Gunnells April 23, 2012 1147 words Read a sample
WHAT WOULD YOU DO... Rachel was just trying to survive. After the apocalypse, her little sister was all she had. HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO... Zeke and the boys offered safety, protection. They had guns. They had food. They stood watch against the undead roaming the night. ...TO STAY ALIVE? Tonight, Rachel has a choice to make. A price to pay... THE PRICE OF SURVIVAL
The Model by J.M. Moris The Model by J.M. Moris April 23, 2012 1855 words Read a sample
Desmond is no stranger to beautiful women. He's an artist, after all, and makes his living painting them. But there's something odd about the studio's newest model--something downright disturbing. Why does she keep staring at him, like she knows his deepest secrets? And what's causing the ghastly injuries all over her body? Discover the frightening truth in this short horror story.
Damaged by Shaun Whittington Damaged by Shaun Whittington April 23, 2012 77750 words Read a sample
After spending years away from home, Tristan Thomas is persuaded to return by his sister, Bobby. Tristan has ghosts that need exorcised, now is the time to deal with them. He picks a strategy that will bring bloody results, but will hopefully bring serenity to his tortured psyche.
The Mutant Star Tragedy by Red Harvey The Mutant Star Tragedy by Red Harvey April 23, 2012 50354 words Read a sample
Being in a world surrounded by vagrants, vigilantes, and demons would be a lot like living in Hell. Though, the outside world matters little to a boy being held in a murderer's basement. In this three-part narrative, three people (one of them a 12-year-old boy) must survive in a post-apocalyptic world that has been taken over by demonic creatures that were once men.
The Housekeeper by Peter Ray The Housekeeper by Peter Ray April 22, 2012 1776 words Read a sample
A teenage girl, keen to be independent, leaves home and moves into a bedsitter. She receives a grim, spooky lesson in life.
Wrong Frequency by Matthew Howorth Wrong Frequency by Matthew Howorth April 22, 2012 3688 words Read a sample
Ray and Susan are alarmed when they hear strange noises coming from their baby's monitor. Late that night, they go to investigate...
Tunnel of Death by Drac Von Stoller Tunnel of Death by Drac Von Stoller April 21, 2012 254 words Read a sample
Sarah used to take a short cut home after school through a railroad tunnel. Unfortunately, on October 31, 1902, Sarah never made it home. Sarah's mangled body was discovered on the railroad tracks the next morning in the tunnel where she walked home from school every day.
Schlock! Webzine Vol 2 Issue 24 by Gavin Chappell Schlock! Webzine Vol 2 Issue 24 by Gavin Chappell April 21, 2012 31560 words Read a sample
Schlock! is an exciting new weekly webzine dedicated to short stories, flash fiction, serialised novels and novellas within the genres of science fiction, fantasy and horror. We publish new and old works of pulp sword and sorcery, urban fantasy, dark fantasy and gothic horror. If you want to read quality works of schlock fantasy, science fiction or horror, Schlock! is the webzine for you!
The Howling Winds by Jess O'Connell The Howling Winds by Jess O'Connell April 21, 2012 3549 words Sample 10%
...'the moon darkened...time bled...the grains of a forgotten world'...
The Killer In The Back Seat by Drac Von Stoller The Killer In The Back Seat by Drac Von Stoller April 20, 2012 484 words Read a sample
If you ever find yourself driving down Old Hollow Road after midnight, whatever you do, don't say these words "The old man's on fire," three times or your will end up like all the rest. That's exactly what happened to Johnny Waters. Johnny wasn't afraid of a legend, especially because he never heard of anyone dying on Old Hollow Road.
Four-Way Stop by Stephanie Bibb Four-Way Stop by Stephanie Bibb April 20, 2012 1180 words Read a sample
970 words. A man's choices lead him to four red lights in the middle of nowhere, where he is haunted by a ghost of his past.
Ready and... Action!! by Artie Margrave Ready and... Action!! by Artie Margrave April 20, 2012 7880 words Read a sample
It's the zombie apocalypse and the living have been separated from the undead. However, life still goes on as normal. Normal means there're some who prefer to be on the spotlight more than others. However, to what length can people go to to make themselves known. A short story.
Turning of the Tides by Jo-Anne Russell Turning of the Tides by Jo-Anne Russell April 19, 2012 1238 words Sample 15%
When a young pregnant teen goes to the beach side to think, she gets more than she bargains for when a stranger offers to help.
.30-.30 Vision by Max E. Keele .30-.30 Vision by Max E. Keele April 19, 2012 1268 words Read a sample
Is it enough for a young man to remember a fine Autumn day spent at the side of his father? Or do darker memories squirming in the depths of his brain matter more? Or even more: is it ever all right to kill a thing of beauty?
The Tank of Pinot Noir by George Wilhite The Tank of Pinot Noir by George Wilhite April 19, 2012 3245 words Read a sample
A modern horror tale inspired by "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe
Hay 777 zombis por persona by Boris Dekker Hay 777 zombis por persona by Boris Dekker April 19, 2012 11420 words Read a sample
Huyendo de los zombis dos hombres llegan a un idílico pueblo. Pero no todo es lo que parece. Continuación de :"Hay 666 zombis por persona"
Isolated Howl: A Short Story by Grant Palmquist Isolated Howl: A Short Story by Grant Palmquist April 19, 2012 6125 words Read a sample
Three boys think they’ve found their ticket to fortune and fame when they find the body of a werewolf near the woods. Then it disappears . . . which means there must be more of them out there. When a full moon hits and they decide to hunt one down, they’ll get more than they ever bargained for . . .
Joseph and the Succubus by John Gallagher Joseph and the Succubus by John Gallagher April 19, 2012 2562 words Read a sample
A young man's sleep is disturbed by a most unwelcome visitor with a most unwelcome request.
Stowaway by J.P. Yager Stowaway by J.P. Yager April 18, 2012 2174 words Read a sample
A fugitive from the cops boards a train that isn't the getaway it appears to be.
Indoors by Jake Murphy Indoors by Jake Murphy April 18, 2012 1986 words Read a sample
For his fourth forgotten tale, Jake Murphy digs deeper into the realm of human psychosis by recounting a scary affair involving an old mansion, a stormy night and a weird painting…
Mother's Voice by Melissa Szydlek Mother's Voice by Melissa Szydlek April 18, 2012 6417 words Read a sample
Katie and Sissy lost their mother to cancer 20 years ago. Since her death, Katie has been endowed with a special gift to help earth bound ghosts pass on to the next life. Katie hear's strange screams when the ghosts pass on - is it the sounds of the dead or is she hearing her mother's voice?
Were by Shane Greenhough Were by Shane Greenhough April 17, 2012 3924 words Read a sample
A story of father and son, with but a wolf in-between.
Dark Forces by William Bumgarner Dark Forces by William Bumgarner April 17, 2012 8592 words Read a sample
Ridiculed and bullied by his classmates, a teenager discovers a dark power that allows him to take vengeance on his persecutors. But who is the true victim of that power?
The Comfort Zone by Neil Sweetman The Comfort Zone by Neil Sweetman April 16, 2012 6867 words Read a sample
A short story about a young serial killer who has his own twisted rationalization behind every one of his horrific acts. Told from the introspective of our teenage anti-hero, Jack, as he goes to work in London's West End. The Comfort Zone is dark and disturbing, it contains horrific descriptions of murder and scenes of an aggressive sexual nature. Cover By Jean-Christian Larche.
Ghosts of War by Sajjad Tameez Ghosts of War by Sajjad Tameez April 16, 2012 6477 words Read a sample
Captain Barnes and his team of specialists are assigned to a mission in Germany. At first it seemed like a straight forward rescue but this couldn’t be further from their reality. Experiments were being conducted on humans. And the subjects were all behaving in a way that was incredibly far from human. Barnes and his team soon found themselves in the heart of the chaos - with nowhere to run.