*Spoilers* How do you keep a chill in the air when fall is months away? Read classic gothic horror of course. I recently finished reading Carmilla, written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu in 1872. The book is about vampires and was published around 25 years before Bram Stoker's Dracula. The story is short, a novella,... Continue Reading →
Hunted
by R.J. Byrd I hid behind a tree to catch my breath. My lungs were burning, my whole body felt like it was on fire. My legs gave out, and I hit the cold ground. I knew I couldn't stay here long. He wasn't far behind. I'd rather die than let that bastard catch me... Continue Reading →
What I’m Reading – The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
*Major Spoilers* I recently finished reading The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1886. I enjoyed the book. It was fairly easy to read, short, and even though I already knew what was happening with Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, I found it entertaining. What I found... Continue Reading →
Night Creatures
By R.J. Byrd Three college students were standing in a circle near the library at the CSU campus. They were in a wooded area perfect for this late-night activity. Since none of them had plans, they decided to meet here on Halloween. It was a great place to meet because students often came here at... Continue Reading →
The Seance
By R.J. Byrd “I can’t believe I’m actually doing this,” mused Kevin as he climbed through an old, broken window into what was once an army barrack. He looked around critically and dusted off his James Bond suit with an air of importance. “Yeah, I know. I can’t believe you’re actually going to have fun... Continue Reading →
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