My story ‘Sleeping in the Shadow of the War Drums’ is featured in this anthology.
Venture into the precipice of oblivion with "Apocalyptales: The End is Nigh," an anthology that explores the many facets of apocalyptic storytelling. Edited by Parth Sarathi Chakraborty, the seasoned curator of dark narratives, this col... lection features 25 apocalyptic stories from a diverse group of authors, ranging from established veterans to emerging talents, with voices of their own and stories that must be told. Each narrative delves into a unique vision of the end times, painting a vivid tapestry of what it means to confront the crescendo of humanity's existence.
Experience the nerve-wracking tension in a military control room where the weight of a single decision could mean peace or global annihilation. From the sun-scorched wastelands where survival becomes a desperate art, follow humanity's journey in a world where water is a luxury and resilience is the currency of life. Delve into the chaos of a zombie apocalypse, where the familiar becomes terrifyingly alien. And explore the dark corridors of the future, where AI dictates a path fraught with unforeseen consequences.
"Apocalyptales: The End is Nigh" is more than a collection of stories; it's a mirror reflecting our deepest fears and highest hopes in the face of the unknown. Accompanied by its twin publication "Apocalyptales: Judgment Day," this anthology promises a journey through the end times like no other—a journey that will haunt, challenge, and inspire.read more
BIOGRAPHY Chad Anctil is a bestselling author of scary stories and terrifying tales, hailing from Rhode Island—the very birthplace of H.P. Lovecraft’s peculiar brand of fiction. His fascination with horror began at a young age, perhaps too young, but that’s how Generation X rolled. By day, Chad works in cybersecurity, but when... the candlelight flickers, he writes. His debut novel, The Midnight Tree, delves into middle school supernatural mystery. Additionally, his horror, crime, and weird fiction short stories have found homes in various anthologies, including Christmas of the Dead: Yule Cat Codex, Flash of the Dead: Requiem, Masks of Sanity, Halloweenthology: Jack O’ Lantern, Apocalyptales, and Femme Fatale Flashes among others. He also posts stories and his thoughts on writing to his website, http://chadanctil.com. Keep an eye out for the debut novel in his upcoming urban fantasy crime series, set in Providence, Rhode Island, slated for publication in summer/fall 2024 from Perspective Publishing.read more
