Across forgotten mountains, cursed rivers, haunted forests, and ancient ruins, something waits in the dark.Dark Tales from the Outside gathers a wide range of horror voices from around the world, each exploring legends, folklore, monsters, ghosts, and the hidden fears lurking just beyond the edge of human understanding. From Appalachian nightmares and Japanese yōkai to ancient prophecies and eldritch terrors, these stories cross cultures and borders while embracing the many faces o...

Hush now, dear reader—prepare to cry,This book was never meant to please.Here mothers fail, and babies die;Turn back if you're unready for unease.— Dakria, EditorEerie Lullaby is a dark horror anthology that dares to disturb and unsettle.Published by WATG Press, this collection gathers bold voices in contemporary horror fiction, psychological horror, and disturbing dark lit...

Darkblood: The Last Line is a flash fiction anthology where ancient gods bleed into modern lives, myths fracture under human will, and rebellion is as sacred as destiny.Across these haunting, lyrical, and often brutal stories, gods fall silent, sirens refuse to sing, celestial bloodlines crumble, and ordinary people confront the unbearable weight of the divine. From frostbitten mountain deities to digital-age descendants of Aphrodite, from cursed heirlooms to forgotten pantheons, t...

A bonus short story featuring Silhara and Martise from Master of Crows.In The Light Within, Silhara of Neith, now known as "the god-smiter," travels as the guest of honor to the winter festival of his father's people.The crow mage who destroyed one god must ignite sacred fires in honor of another. Yet the winter festival only reminds Silhara that the brightest light within him isn't the fire of a deity but the devotion of one woman.A tale of hope and celebration.

Josh Malerman’s debut novel Bird Box is a terrifying, Hitchcockesque psychological horror that is sure to stay with you long after reading.This is a book extract including chapter 1 of Bird Box.Malorie raises the children the only way she can; indoors.The house is quiet. The doors are locked, the curtains are closed, mattresses are nailed over the windows.They are out there. She might let them in.The children sleep in the be...

For three long years after her husband died, Nora Katsaros was on the run. And now that she’s finally found a place to call home, she’s not about to let anyone stand in the way of raising her daughter in peace – not even Charon, the womanizing, drop-dead-gorgeous former god who works at her restaurant.Unfortunately, Charon’s love-‘em-and-leave-‘em lifestyle brings trouble to Nora’s doorstep when a jealous husband shows up looking for a fight. When the man threatens Nora’s safety, C...

Anna and Bennett must find a way to stay together--or say goodbye forever--in this romantic and exciting sequel to Time Between Us

The goddess Aphrodite - Venus to her friends - doesn't regret sacrificing her freedom to save her husband's life. She just wishes he could forgive her for all the pain she's caused him. But since she's trapped in the underworld and he can't stand the sight of her, it's not likely that she'll ever see him again... Unless Hephaestus's love proves strong enough to overcome their past.This short story takes place between the events of Fury Scorned and Dark Fury.

Both heartwarming and meditative, The Cat Inside explores not only the personal relationship between Burroughs and cats, but the deeper relationship of cats with mankind, which Burroughs traces back to the Egyptians. This book of moving and witty discourse is for both Burroughs fans and cat lovers alike.

You have been reincarnated. From here on, a free life awaits you. Merlin awakens in a strange new world with all memories of his past life erased. He might have a princely face and god-tier stats now, but he quickly learns his so-called “freedom” may be limited by his ridiculous powers. Especially when a casual wave of his hand can sunder the ground and tapping his finger sends people flying! The last thing this equation needs is a series of chaotic new companions, even if they are beautif...

This collection of dark poetry and flash fiction wants you to come and play. After all, even the things that live in the dark get lonely . . .

Assassins have taken over the world of Blade Skill Online! Their sole aim is to create a living nightmare for the game’s most powerful players! Even Yuri, BSO’s beautiful and fearsome Demon Lord, couldn’t escape the humiliation. He might have scored a technical victory in his showdown with Pendragon, the leader of the assassins, but make no mistake, she was the last player standing.Even so, Yuri doesn’t waste any time striking back! No one comes into his world to make him look weak...