Ghostly whispers invade bedtime lullabies within these pages, as innocent games turn deadly. CHILDREN OF THE DEAD explores the unnerving juxtaposition of purity and malevolence, where the untainted worldview of a child becomes a lens through which humanity's darkest fears are magnified. Whether as ethereal spirits with unfinished business or as wide-eyed witnesses to horrors beyond comprehension, the children in these stories confront forces that challenges the very essence of their innocence.
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.