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In the stifling heat of rural Rush Springs, a charismatic new pastor in pristine black steps into the crumbling chapel on Main Street. His fire-and-brimstone sermons shake the souls of the faithful, and at six-foot-three he commands the pulpit with a magnetic force; his voice booming like judgment day itself. But behind his immaculate white collar and unshakable calm lies a slew of secrets that no one in this God-fearing town dares to question. When he whisks the women of the parish away to a remote New Mexico retreat, promising spiritual awakening, the air grows thick with sexual tension. ...

Liam Dunne, while on an evening walk, stumbles across something he shouldn't have. This sets into motion a train of events that leaves him with missing time, memory loss and incessant nightmares. In Washington D.C., Lester Stevens, who accepted a position with a secret department inside the Pentagon, surfaces after a month telling his old boss he has no memory of where he was or what he was doing. The same as with Liam Dunne in Ireland, he begins to suffer from bad dreams, and finds himself drinking more than is good for him. Soon, the worlds of Dunne and Stevens collide. Both undergo ...

Tommy is a music enthusiast and attends the Orchestra School of Music in Waterford,. There, he's a favorite of its head teacher, Tina. One day, Tommy comes to Tina and tells her that the flute he plays on went missing from its usual spot in the bedroom. Tommy then borrows a recorder from Tina as an experiment to find out who took it. Staying awake after dark, he leaves the recorder next to his open window, and is surprised when a huge Bigfoot creature approaches. Thrills and adventure await Tommy, when after stowing away to the North Pole, he finds himself in the igloo home of Tristan the ...

In the heart of bustling Dublin, the Geary family—George, Alice, and their sons Robert and Peter—seize a golden opportunity to relocate their thriving china and glassware business to the promising premises of No. 66. With a grand new shop and a spacious home above it, their future seems as bright as the summer sun. But as the seasons turn, an insidious shadow creeps over the mysterious No. 66, unraveling the Geary's dreams with chilling precision. What begins as a triumphant opening soon spirals into a haunting descent. The Geary's, once bound by love and ambition, find themselves ...

In the bleak chill of a winter Monday, Packenham Tuck, loath to get out of his warm bed, faces a funeral under a shroud of drizzle and gloom. Detesting the cold, the day, and the somber rituals, with a cynical eye, Tuck navigates the delicate dance of funeral etiquette. As he trudges through the familiar faces and predictable rites, a chilling discovery in the cemetery—a gravestone bearing his own name—upends his reality. In this poignant and darkly humorous short story, A Place of Rest explores the fragility of life, the weight of social obligation, and the eerie twist of fate that ...

In the desolate expanses of west Texas, where faith and fear intertwine, No Snakes in Hell unveils the chilling tale of Frederick Lemon, a charismatic Pentecostal minister whose mask of faith conceals a sinister agenda. Praised with a Five-Star Review from Readers' Favorite, this gripping psychological thriller delves into the heart of religious fanaticism and manipulation, which will captivate fans of dark literary fiction and suspense. Frederick Lemon, a master of deception, rises from a snake-obsessed youth to the revered pastor of a remote country church. Wielding his charm and a ...

In the frost-bitten heart of County Kildare, where lush pastures lie buried under winter's unyielding grip, bachelor farmer Jeremiah Kildare unearths more than just fuel for his hearth. While digging peat from the ancient bog—a sacred family plot hiding secrets such as illicit poteen—Jeremiah disturbs a relic from Ireland's primordial past: a colossal wolf, preserved in pristine terror by the tannin-rich earth, its massive size twice that of any beast in legend. As Jeremiah hauls his incredible discovery home, thawing it before a crackling turf fire, what begins as curiosity spirals ...

On a stormy November night, weary traveler Reilly seeks refuge from a relentless downpour. Soon, he stumbles upon the grand yet eerie Manor Lannigan. Welcomed by the enigmatic Lord Lannigan, Reilly is drawn into a world of haunting hospitality and chilling secrets. As the fire crackles and brandy warms, Reilly's host unveils the tragic tale of his great-grandmother. Alice Lannigan is a kind-hearted woman ensnared by her ruthless husband, Edward, whose cunning and cruelty confined her to a lonely attic prison. But the manor holds more than just memories. In the early hours, Reilly hears ...

In 1980s rural Texas, to prevent annexation by its larger neighbor, Brian Zimmerman, by straw poll is elected the Boy Mayor of Crabb. Years later he recounts his story for the narrator, where he reveals the astounding details he gleaned while at a Mayoral Conference in Paris, and how these shaped his teenage years and beyond. The former Mayor of tiny Crabb speaks of the incredible secrets, exceptional events and the people he met that know the truth. Conspiracy, Cover Up and a Shocking Conclusion, Crabb is nothing short of a spellbinding read. Inspired by true events, Robert E. Kearns ...

Proctor is a youth with ambitions beyond his station. Quick witted and with an uncanny knack for mimicry, he can impersonate anyone. Spotting an opportunity for financial gain, and an improvement in his social standing, he accepts the position as an understudy to a puritan minister. But, living in the home of his benefactor, he meets and falls in love with a girl he shouldn't. That's where matters take a turn. After a duel with the girl's uncle, he moves away from London, and then on to the American colonies, where he founds the township of Salvation. But boredom ensues, and Proctor embarks...

Set against the backdrop of 1980s Dublin, The Tan Yards by Robert E. Kearns weaves a haunting narrative of tradition, tension, and retribution. In a forgotten tract of land known as the Tan Yards, (a relic of a former village's extinct tanning trade), local youths gather each October to build a Halloween bonfire; a ritual that binds their community in primal celebration. Amidst the flickering flames and fleeting alliances, the story unveils the dark legacy of the Prizeman family, whose brutish presence looms large over the neighborhood. When Victor Prizeman, a volatile and feared outsider, ...

From the Houston headquarters of his family-owned business, Bryce Ditloc surveys an economy that is in deep recession. Throughout the country unemployment is rife, and to satisfy his psychopathic urges Ditloc creates a vacancy in his sales department. He then invites applicants and many apply for what appears a wonderful opportunity. What they're not aware of is that Bryce Ditloc is a conniving, manipulative killer. After the disappearance of Ditloc Pharma's HR manager, detectives Beaufort and Hanson are dispatched to investigate. What will they find out and will they be able to prevent ...

In the heart of Dublin’s cutthroat housing market, Alice Foley, fresh from graduating college, embarks on a desperate search for a place to call home before starting a new job. With time ticking and her budget stretched thin, she navigates a maze of grim apartments, shady landlords, and questionable roommates. Just when hope seems lost, a peculiar newspaper advertisement leads her to a stunning Georgian townhouse in the city centre offering a room at an incredibly low price. The catch? Its enigmatic owner, Mr. McArdle, a charming yet oddly formal gentleman who speaks of the house as a ...

In the summer of 1987, a Dublin teenager steps into the unfamiliar world of a paint factory, seeking a temporary job to bridge the gap before his final year of secondary school. What begins as a simple task assembling paint tester kits alongside schoolmates Keith and Redser spirals into a chilling tale of menace and tragedy. Under the watchful eye of factory foreman Mr. Grimes and the enigmatic Mr. Naughton, the trio navigates the hum of machinery and the unspoken rules of a blue-collar environment. But when Redser becomes the target of Billy Cullen, a volatile employee with an axe to grind...

In the quiet chill of an Irish winter, Thomas McCabe, a retired everyman, wanders Dublin's streets, seeking purpose in the wake of an altered lifestyle. Each day, from the frost-kissed paths of St. Stephen’s Green to the bustling energy of O’Connell Street, McCabe observes the world with a keen eye, weaving stories for strangers and grappling with the weight of his own solitude. In this evocative novella, McCabe's daily walks become a canvas for reflection—on seasons that shift, a city that evolves, and a life that teeters between routine and revelation. As McCabe navigates Dublin’s...

Pencraft Awards 2019 , First Place Winner- Hy Brasil: Island of Eternity is inspired by the mythical island of Hy Brasil, said to have existed off the west coast of Ireland. In this beautiful novel Kearns takes us on an adventure to the mythical island of Hy Brasil. There we discover an advanced society faced with an unexpected event that Olan is worried might destroy their civilization. The story begins in present-day Ireland then travels back in time to an ancient and mysterious country that is populated with a people of Irish extraction. The citizens of Hy Brasil have evolved to the ...

In the rural, mist-shrouded village of Dunhill, Co. Waterford, cousins Henry and Lucy embark on a chilling journey into the past. Drawn by a mysterious cottage on the eerily named Tourniquet Lane, what begins as a nostalgic exchange of letters between the relatives unravels into a haunting exploration of a family legacy steeped in tragedy. When a broken window at the long-abandoned cottage stirs memories of a dark history, Henry and Lucy delve into old records, uncovering a string of suicides tied to the cursed plot—each eerily similar, each tied to a gnarled tree in the backyard. As they...

Enter the vibrant, gas-lit streets of 19th-century Dublin, where camaraderie and temptation collide in this enthralling tale of friendship, desire, and unexpected love. When charismatic London socialite Bertie arrives in Dublin at the behest of his old university friend Charles, the city’s allure promises a week of revelry. But Bertie’s insatiable appetite for adventure leads them to Monto, Dublin’s notorious red-light district, where a chance encounter with Cailín, a captivating Irish beauty with a mysterious past, turns his world upside down. As Bertie’s fleeting fascination ...

In the chilling psychological thriller Hammer 26, delve into the twisted mind of Alfie Birchall (Budgie), a man whose fascination with death transforms into a sinister obsession. From a young age, Budgie finds solace in funereal rituals, captivated by the reverence and camaraderie they inspire. But beneath his polished exterior lies a dark secret - a compulsion to orchestrate his own macabre ceremonies, each marked by a new hammer and a chilling act of violence. Set against the backdrop of 1970s and 1980s Dublin, Budgie’s story unravels through his calculated descent into darkness. His ...

In the bustling frontier town of Calvin, Texas, where the railroad fuels dreams of prosperity, a charismatic stranger named Marty Kilbride arrives with a smile that captivates, and with a past that is shrouded in mystery. Tall, well dressed, and exuding an almost regal charm and confidence, Kilbride soon ascends to the very heart of the community, claiming the title of Mayor and along with it, the adoration of its citizens. With a gleaming saloon and a knack for winning hearts, he seems the embodiment of the American dream—until his personality reveals a chilling second side. Beneath ...