Novellas
These tales, neither brief enough to be called short stories nor sprawling enough to be complete novels, are steeped in rich horror and drenched in gothic atmosphere—each one crafted to send a delicious chill down your spine.
Return of the Death's Head
Little Latrael has just lost his parents in a horrific car accident. The state, unsure how to care for the boy with Down syndrome, sends him to the renowned Hickey Children’s Hospital, where Dr. Brian Hickey specializes in treating children with his condition. At first, Latrael begins to settle in, even making a few friends among the other patients. But soon, he notices a troubling pattern—some of the children vanish during the night. Are these just stories the others are inventing to scare him… or is something far more sinister lurking within the hospital’s walls?
Written/Editing
The Carnival of Tears
It’s July 3rd, 1953, and little Johnny Baumann is bursting with excitement—not only is it Sunday with a day off tomorrow, but his family is headed to the carnival. Unfortunately, his joy is short-lived when his sister, Lori, begins tormenting him before they even arrive. When their eldest brother steps in to protect Johnny, Lori’s anger festers. Denied the chance to meet her date that night, she concocts a cruel scheme for revenge. Striking a deal with the carnival sideshow’s smooth-talking barker, she quickly realizes the man wants far more than just money. In the chaos that follows, her eldest brother’s desperate attempt to save her sets in motion the downfall of the Baumann family—and the birth of horrors that will haunt Johnny for the rest of his life.
Written/Editing
The Game of Six
Six strangers awaken on a remote island, each with no memory of how they arrived. That evening, they are summoned to dinner by their enigmatic host, Mr. Alexander Faite. Over the course of the meal, he reveals the truth—or at least part of it: they have six hours to complete a series of dangerous challenges. If they succeed, they will each claim an astounding prize of $6 million. But there’s a catch—should they falter, fall behind, or perish, they lose everything. As the clock ticks, one question looms larger than the prize itself: is this truly just a game… or is Mr. Faite hiding something far more sinister?
Concept Phase