Horror Fiction

715: The Journey by Eamonn O’Neill

Sim has struggled all his life to fit in — a struggle to find peace and feel normal. When he finds himself on an unplanned, surreal journey he may finally find what he’s been seeking.

Best of Season 3: Always Something There to Remind Me by Gary A. Braunbeck

When Cindy and her husband Randy start watching old home movies from his childhood, Randy begins to notice subtle differences between his memory and reality — changes that become more apparent as they watch. Cindy tries to reassure Randy, but it soon becomes evident that reality and memory are not what they seem.

Enjoy this creepy and twisted tale from Season Three as read by Nelson W. Pyles.

714: There Will Be Refreshments by James Johnson

This dark, twisted, and entertaining tale is a wild ride into darkness.

When Mark suffers a car accident, he is propelled into Hell and embarks on a journey that challenges and punishes him in ways he could never have expected. When offered a way out, he is determined to pursue it – even if it takes an eternity.

713: The Tyranny of Heaven by Vincent Asaro

In this dark tale, a resident of Hell relates the true story of Eden, The Fall, Satan, Lucifer, and God – and how Hell was once a paradise. A surprisingly Wicked tale for many reasons, this story is sure to give you a new perspective on the place Heaven has named Hell.

712: Your Lease has Expired by C. Bryan Brown

When the vampire Jefferson Webster is asked by his former lover, Katherine, to provide a dead body for an important ritual, he decides to help – if for no other reason than to see her again.

Much time has passed though, and things between the two are cold and may not go as well as Jefferson hopes.

711: Five Deathly Tales – A Wicked Collection

This week we have five short deathly tales, by five Wicked writers. Enjoy this week’s selected tales:

“One Hour” by Dene Bebbington, “A Lament from the Dying” by Keith McDuffee, “The Heart of a Madman” by Gwendolyn Kiste, “Playground Zero” by Jessica McHugh, and “Last Steps” by Kelli Perkins.

710: Southern Fried Horror – Two Tales by Eden Royce

In honor of Women in Horror Month, the Wicked Library delivers a show all by the ladies! Aside from this week’s “The Wicked Colonel” artwork by Steven Matiko and a special appearance by the Librarian, the ladies have the run of the Library this week. Of course, every month features women in horror at the Library.

“Hand of Glory” A woman has a unique way of getting information from a suspected killer despite his reluctance to cooperate.

“Homegoing” A woman struggles to come to terms with her son’s crimes.

709: Gator Bait by Owl Goingback

“Indian Joe” bills himself as the World’s Greatest Alligator Wrestler, but he has many secrets – including the fact that his name is actually Harry Gallager. When he meets up with a true Florida native named Wowakan, Harry is challenged in new ways, and may finally come to respect the animals he wrestles…if he lives.