Tag Archives: Horror

The True Muse

Posted on July 22, 2020 by EagleAye

Brenna found the strange paints in a curio store. She thought it her muse encouraging her to paint a horrific demon. Then the creature stepped out of the canvas. Weeks later, Ankhpethylax demanded she create another minion for it. Exhausted, … Continue reading →

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Superstition is a Way

Posted on October 23, 2019 by EagleAye

AP reporter Jane Swift said, “Miss Devereaux, you rose from horrendous poverty to running a top 500 fashion company in just a few years. How do you explain that?” “The usual,” said Marie Devereaux. “Hard work. Dedication.” “Now critics are … Continue reading →

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The Terror

Posted on May 15, 2019 by EagleAye

“OMG,” said Brittany. “Her butt is so big!” Though new to the school, Brittany’s looks ensured she was popular, and she used that popularity like a terror weapon. “Don’t talk about Angie’s butt,” hissed the girls around her. “It’s not … Continue reading →

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The Hope

Posted on January 9, 2019 by EagleAye

The consciousness of Nyar’Ka’Shaggonon waited in the clear ovoids. The last chance for the ancient god’s rebirth required only that the “eggs” be submerged in water. The monster would be reborn and conquer all humanity once more. Then Mary-Lou Halbeck … Continue reading →

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The Naive

Posted on December 16, 2017 by EagleAye

The town shrunk daily, but it was important to Mortimer to keep the graveyard looking pristine. His grass slowly perished in the summer heat despite his best efforts. Frank the salesman held up a large can. “It’s called Live-All Fertilizer. … Continue reading →

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Alexandra’s Vengeance

Posted on October 30, 2017 by EagleAye

Alexandra glared into her tablet computer during All Hallows Eve. Deep shadows shifted across her face as her angry grimace menaced the room. She’d seen enough. They would pay. With rusty saw squalling in the gloom, she removed the heads … Continue reading →

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Costume Competition

Posted on October 18, 2017 by EagleAye

Penny and Jacob dreamed of being FX specialists in Hollywood. Every Halloween they enjoyed friendly competition for the year’s best costume. They met at the abandoned house to share their latest work. Penny’s zombie looked great, but his tree was … Continue reading →

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City of Smiles

Posted on October 17, 2017 by EagleAye

Young Ariela did it in a dream. When she awoke, the force still compelled her, and she began drawing. She drew on her bedroom wall, on the kitchen table, everywhere. Two lines and a crescent. On the way to school, … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom Of Horror Movies

Posted on April 7, 2016 by EagleAye

Hank trudged through the old woods to the abandoned factory, trying to lead the other six high-schoolers by example. More and more they rebelled. “C’mon guys! There aren’t really any demons.” “Oh sure,” moaned Natalie, checking on her tablet. “Horrible … Continue reading →

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Day of the Pumpkin – Shapeshifting 13 #24

Posted on October 23, 2015 by EagleAye

“Ah hate pumpkins!” spat Jeb. “Ah stomp ’em dead any time ah see ’em.” “Whatever for?” said his sister, Billie-Joe. “Don’ know why. Ah jus’ wanna kill ’em all!” Billie-Joe looked out the back window at thousands of angry pumpkins … Continue reading →

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