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Chosen: A Horror Anthology
Chosen-A Horror Anthology-is a harrowing collection of short stories that both captivate and disturb-sure to satisfy your craving for horror.
Honor thy Mother, by J. M Clark-Cora loves her ailing mother. Misguided doctors attempt intervention, but Cora knows best. Bortle Scale One, by Hannah Gibbs-When a group of boys set out in search of a place devoid of all light pollution, they discover just what lurks in the darkest places in the woods. Honeybones, by Logan Sroufe-Honeybones is about special occasions, rules, and love. Alice and John have the most wonderful adventures. The taste, the indulgence, the honey ... always finger-licking good. Welcome to the Family, by Noah Hoffmann-The apocalypse is now. It's survive or succumb. Fog of War, by I. A. Sykes-A ruthlessly cunning barbarian uses fog and death to challenge the heroic identities of a prince and his comrades. They must fight through or die. Captain's Log, by Sarah Wilson Gregory-Trapped on their ship in a windless sea, a captain and crew catalogue their experiences as the days pass and horrors unfold. Dahlia, by Holly Slater-After his divorce, a passionate night with the alluring Dahlia leaves Charlie wanting more. But he soon discovers there's a dark side to dating. The Midnight Radio, by Hannah Gibbs-After Caleb scores a sweet deal on an antique radio, reality unravels. Shadow of the Aal, by Devin D. Namaky-Nearing the end of pregnancy, with the perfect birth plan in place, a pregnant Vis faces rumors of a deev that wrestles control of reality. FACE, by Jack Ramirez-A man wakes up to find his face gone, and a new one sewn in its place. Each day he wears it, he loses more of his soul. Mr. Needles, by Noah Hoffmann-A young boy's imaginary friend is murdered and something sinister comes to take its place. The Calming House, by J. M. Clark-The name of the game is to stay calm, or be calmed. Sweet, Sweethaven, by Victoria Meadows-Faith is questioned, billionaires become victims, and trophy wives are enlightened, as Sweethaven asserts balance over greed, blasphemy, and immorality.
Honor thy Mother, by J. M Clark-Cora loves her ailing mother. Misguided doctors attempt intervention, but Cora knows best. Bortle Scale One, by Hannah Gibbs-When a group of boys set out in search of a place devoid of all light pollution, they discover just what lurks in the darkest places in the woods. Honeybones, by Logan Sroufe-Honeybones is about special occasions, rules, and love. Alice and John have the most wonderful adventures. The taste, the indulgence, the honey ... always finger-licking good. Welcome to the Family, by Noah Hoffmann-The apocalypse is now. It's survive or succumb. Fog of War, by I. A. Sykes-A ruthlessly cunning barbarian uses fog and death to challenge the heroic identities of a prince and his comrades. They must fight through or die. Captain's Log, by Sarah Wilson Gregory-Trapped on their ship in a windless sea, a captain and crew catalogue their experiences as the days pass and horrors unfold. Dahlia, by Holly Slater-After his divorce, a passionate night with the alluring Dahlia leaves Charlie wanting more. But he soon discovers there's a dark side to dating. The Midnight Radio, by Hannah Gibbs-After Caleb scores a sweet deal on an antique radio, reality unravels. Shadow of the Aal, by Devin D. Namaky-Nearing the end of pregnancy, with the perfect birth plan in place, a pregnant Vis faces rumors of a deev that wrestles control of reality. FACE, by Jack Ramirez-A man wakes up to find his face gone, and a new one sewn in its place. Each day he wears it, he loses more of his soul. Mr. Needles, by Noah Hoffmann-A young boy's imaginary friend is murdered and something sinister comes to take its place. The Calming House, by J. M. Clark-The name of the game is to stay calm, or be calmed. Sweet, Sweethaven, by Victoria Meadows-Faith is questioned, billionaires become victims, and trophy wives are enlightened, as Sweethaven asserts balance over greed, blasphemy, and immorality.
Published: August 13, 2025
Pages: 286
ISBN: 9798218784713
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Jolene C.
Feb 8, 2026
This anthology is the perfect addition to your spooky season lineup. While I devoured it in just a couple of days, it’s also the kind of collection you can savor slowly all through October. Between its pages, a group of talented authors deliver twisted, chilling tales that will leave you questioning your own sanity Choosing favorites wasn’t easy, but two stories in particular gave me chills:
“Honor Thy Mother” by J.M. Clark – Creepy from the very first page. Even when I thought I knew where it was headed, the unsettling atmosphere never let up.
“Captain’s Log” by Sarah Wilson Gregory – A story that hooked me right away, making me care for a specific character while keeping me on edge.
This anthology truly has something for every horror fan. I came away with new authors to follow and a few extra reasons to glance over my shoulder.
“Honor Thy Mother” by J.M. Clark – Creepy from the very first page. Even when I thought I knew where it was headed, the unsettling atmosphere never let up.
“Captain’s Log” by Sarah Wilson Gregory – A story that hooked me right away, making me care for a specific character while keeping me on edge.
This anthology truly has something for every horror fan. I came away with new authors to follow and a few extra reasons to glance over my shoulder.