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What A Day For A ... This anthology of dark short stories will take you on a journey into the shadows, where the creatures of your nightmares lurk. In "What A Day For...," a man decides to picnic alone after his wife and stepchildren disagree with his plan. He soon finds himself joined by unwelcome creatures that will make his day anything but peaceful. In "Einstein", a boy exploits his friend's mental disabilities. However, he soon learns that accidents can happen when you cross the wrong people. When is the right time to "Grow Up"? That all depends on how old you are. And what you are ...

Eight short dark stories start with a Thai girl returning from the UK. She spots a person thumbing a lift. 'That won't work in here.' She regretted offering him a lift. How to get rid of him? She should have listened to Mum. The top salesman has a past - he needs to square things up. This dark tale is not for those under 18. A newlywed couple starts doing up their dilapidated home. She feels something is wrong, not just the steps or the number of bedrooms. The 'feel' is out of sync. Before long, she discovers why. What is Mr Rinn doing on the company trip to the river? It takes a while, but...

A Thai lawyer on the run. A village with too many secrets. A monk who collects more than alms. When Chaya, a disgraced Bangkok lawyer, flees to a remote English village, he thinks he’s escaped his past—until a severed toe arrives in the mail. Now, the Thai gangster he betrayed has sent a female killer, a razor-wielding assassin, to finish the job. But this village isn’t as peaceful as it seems. The locals are oddly eager to help Chaya hide a body. The village’s enigmatic leader, a Thai-speaking English monk, lives in a manor lined with gold-leafed Buddhas… and unmarked graves. And...

Welcome to book number six in this collection of 23 anthologies of short and dark stories. Something is afoot when an elderly office worker asks her boss for some ice, not for a gin and tonic, but something far larger. In story two, a young Rupert-loving boy struggles to find his mum. She must be somewhere. She is! A gang of youngsters plan on a night in a tent on a golf course, and one boy decides he must go home. Something is disturbing his mind. What did he miss? Book number four is about young lads enjoying a game of football. Their ball goes over a fence. No one wants to get it. There ...

The Night Market: Where Darkness Beckons. Delve into eight chilling tales woven within the vibrant tapestry of a Thai night market. The Night Market: Two friends seeking thrills find a darkness far greater than their wildest desires. Never Walk Alone: A daring trek into the jungle takes a terrifying turn when the line between friend and foe blurs. A Sign of Refrain: A heartbroken man searches for solace in the heart of Thailand, only to discover a haunting melody with a deadly cost. Not Long Now: A seemingly perfect marriage crumbles as cultural clashes ignite a dangerous game of control. ...

As the pages of this twisted tale come to a close, the reader is left with a lingering sense of unease. The book's characters have made choices beyond what most consider ethical or moral. Camilla, a central figure in this dark story, was willing to sacrifice her child to secure her unusual future. Her actions were heinous, but perhaps even more disturbing, she felt justified. Camilla was forced to aid a "doctor" in sewing twins together - Yes, Siamese Twins! The other characters are no less complex. Kev and Skylab were kidnapped by a mother and son duo that revelled in their cruelty. Two ...

Thailand's Underbelly Beckons in a Heart-Pounding Tale 1980s Thailand. Sun-drenched beaches hide a sinister reality. Here, Camilla, a fearless motorbike-riding reporter, navigates a web of secrets, one closer to her than she dares to imagine. Her uncle, a notorious drug lord, holds the key, but the truth comes at a brutal price. Can she expose the darkness without succumbing to it? Two English lads, Kev and Nick, crave tropical paradise. Instead, they stumble into a dangerous game orchestrated by a deceitful Dutch engineer and his ruthless allies. The stakes rise when they cross paths with ...

In the depths of darkness, a sinister presence lurks, preying on the most vulnerable. Bodies of babies vanish from the hospital morgue, sending shockwaves through the community. But when baby girls and their fathers disappear without a trace, the chilling truth begins to surface. Amidst the chaos, a British backpacker loses contact with her parents, igniting a desperate search across continents. As her parents journey to Thailand in search of answers, they uncover a web of deceit and terror that threatens to engulf them all. Enter Kev, Skylab, and Inspector Gatts, drawn into a harrowing ...

Fun and Games: Dark Tales from the Land of Smiles Six chilling stories delve into the underbelly of Thailand, Fun and Games: Two clueless London lads on a YouTube fame quest stumble upon a horrifying secret: two captivating Thai girls live-streaming their deadly games on the dark web. Long Lost: A university lecturer reunites with his alluring Thai girlfriend, seeking inspiration for a book about the supernatural. Following a fellow professor's advice he soon discovers the true darkness lurking in the ancient legends. Monsoon Mishap: A washed-up journalist in search of a story gets ...

Glimpse into the Dark Welcome, dear reader, to a collection where paradise and dread intertwine. Within these pages lie eight tales, each a portal to a world where the sun casts an unsettling glow. We journey from the bustling streets of Thailand to the smokey grime of London, encountering seemingly ordinary lives that take a sinister turn. Here, friendships sour, desires turn deadly, and the line between reality and delusion blurs. Prepare to be captivated by characters both familiar and unsettling. A meeting with a friend in a greasy spoon has a deadly shock. A lonely expat grapples with ...

Marked: An Anthology of Dark Mysteries Step into Marked's dark and twisted world, an anthology of eight short stories that will chill your blood and keep you guessing until the end. In the first story, a young girl is marked in an unfortunate accident, forever changing her life. The truth shocked her. In the second, an actor witnesses a series of bizarre and disturbing events at a theatre and begins questioning his sanity. In the third, we travel back to uncover the dark secrets hidden in a grandfather's papers. The other stories in the anthology are haunting and suspenseful, featuring a ...

In the depths of darkness, a sinister presence lurks, preying on the most vulnerable. Bodies of babies vanish from the hospital morgue, sending shockwaves through the community. But when baby girls and their fathers disappear without a trace, the chilling truth begins to surface. Amidst the chaos, a British backpacker loses contact with her parents, igniting a desperate search across continents. As her parents journey to Thailand in search of answers, they uncover a web of deceit and terror that threatens to engulf them all. Enter Kev, Skylab, and Inspector Gatts, drawn into a harrowing ...

Only In Bangkok This anthology of dark short stories takes readers on a journey into the hidden corners of Thailand, where the supernatural lurks and the human heart is capable of great evil. In "Only In Bangkok," a couple of men need to be free from their wives. They try the old trick of murdering the other spouse. It is not as easy as in the movies. "Krasue," tells of Thailand's vampire-like creature that flits around looking for a feed on entrails. A young, pregnant wife has an unearthly surprise for her gullible English husband. "Big Al" is not a man you'd want to work for. Folk who get...

Thailand, The Land of Smiles. So they say, but not in this book - it is filled with 38 short 'dark' stories. Some will make you run for cover, others make you grin like a Thai. Odd packages turn up, women kill sons, strange creatures live below houses, and a talented drummer 'beats' her father's enemy on Phuket's beach. And you haven't met Thailand's dreaded form of Vampire. It's all in this collection of Thai short tales.

The Golden Boy: An Anthology of Dark Thai Legends Step into a world of dark and twisted tales with this anthology of eight short stories inspired by Thai mythology and folklore. The Golden Boy, a legendary figure said to possess both benevolent and malevolent powers, serves as a recurring motif throughout the collection, haunting the dreams and nightmares of the characters alike. From terrifying tales of haunted houses and vengeful spirits to chilling stories of murder and betrayal, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. In the title story, a young man ...

An anthology of eight dark short stories. Starting with 'Is Everything Ready?' The General Manager of a plush resort has an event to host for the hotel's owner's wife. It must be perfect. The GM's right-hand man is unhappy; he is religious, and this goes against his beliefs. Black magic versus senior staff? Who wins? It is Halloween, and a young lad must stay at home. Thirteen-year-old George wants to celebrate his birthday with his mates and the girl he fancies. But his mum knows all about 'rituals' in the woods. She remembers thirteen years ago all too well. Sam's phone is playing up as a...

Dark anthology of short stories set in England or Thailand. A lawyer is proud of his success in the courtroom. He also expects more from the woman he saved from jail. She agrees to join him for a meal, but reporters won't leave her, 'Did you kill your husband?' They shout. The lawyer offers coffee at his place to escape the press. Now who needs to escape? A Pointed Fence finds the Thai version of a vampire, and you don't want to meet Krasue. You certainly don't want to marry one! Don't Go Out In The Rain sounds good advice, especially if something comes with the water. English kids love to ...

Her Legs and Other Dark Tales Dive into the dark and twisted worlds of 'Her Legs and Other Dark Tales,' an anthology that will leave you questioning the boundaries of love, revenge, and fate. Each story unravels with gripping suspense and shocking twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. 1. Her Legs. When a man's obsession with his car surpasses his love for his girlfriend, she decides to teach him a lesson he won't forget. A chilling tale of revenge that explores the limits of human emotion. 2. Shadows in the Museum. Seeking excitement and thrills, an Englishman finds himself in...

Please enjoy a dark anthology of short stories to catch you with twisty endings. The settings or characters are Thai or English. In story one, Sami is looking for a first boyfriend; she is unsuitable for Thai guys with her education. She meets a foreigner; her 'social app' meetings go well. Going forward, they arrange a coffee together. Sami quickly discovers her beau is a liar. Then things get worse. Quickly. There are eight short stories, and they all have a twisty ending.

Step into a world where the ordinary turns sinister, and shadows linger long after the lights fade. In Reflections, a real estate broker covets an antique-filled house, but the mirrors may hold more than just his reflection. A young Thai orphan's life changes when she is sent to school—but her new beginning becomes everyone's nightmare. An artist's "too dark" painting draws the attention of a mysterious buyer, plunging her into peril. On the pristine Thai islands, beauty hides the face of death. A father's deadly secret threatens to shatter his bond with his daughter. And in the heart of ...