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When Things Get Dark

Stories Inspired by Shirley Jackson

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A chilling anthology in tribute to the genius of Shirley Jackson

Shirley Jackson is a seminal writer of horror and mystery fiction, whose legacy resonates globally today. Chilling, human, poignant, and strange, her stories have inspired a generation of writers and listeners.

This anthology, edited by legendary horror editor Ellen Datlow, brings together today’s leading horror writers to offer their own personal tribute to the work of Shirley Jackson.

Featuring Joyce Carol Oates, Josh Malerman, Carmen Maria Machado, Paul Tremblay, Richard Kadrey, Stephen Graham Jones, Elizabeth Hand, Kelly Link, Cassandra Khaw, Karen Heuler, Benjamin Percy, John Langan, Laird Barron, Jeffrey Ford, M. Rickert, Seanan McGuire, Gemma Files, and Genevieve Valentine.

©2021 Ellen Datlow (P)2021 Blackstone Publishing Anthologies Anthologies & Short Stories Horror Scary Fiction Short Story
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Loved this selection of short spooky tales. Ery inventive and well written- excellently narrated too

Fresh spooky tales

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I was knocked out by this. I've listened to some of the stories a few times over.

incredible stories, beautifully read

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This is a well edited group of short stories, which definitely fulfil the brief. Well worth a listen.

Consistently good storytelling

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