First published 2008
This anthology marks the beginning of Shroud Publishing's dark fiction series. Tim Deal collected rare horror stories from Michael Laimo, Tom Piccirilli, Stephen Mark Rainey, Tim Waggoner, and other contributors. The compilation targets readers who seek carefully curated dark literature rather than mainstream horror. Each story delivers thrills and fear through different approaches to the genre. Deal positioned this first volume as the foundation for an ongoing series of similar collections. The stories range across various horror subgenres while maintaining a consistent focus on quality writing and genuine scares. This inaugural issue established Shroud Publishing's reputation for discovering and presenting horror fiction that combines literary merit with visceral impact.
Genres: short-stories, horror
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: anthology, found-family
64 pages · Paperback · Shroud Publishing LLC