Dread: An Appalachian Horror Tale

A one-hour dive into psychological dread.This debut horror short story masterfully blends the creeping terror of an isolated asylum with the raw fear of survival horror in the Appalachian woods.Deep in the Appalachian mountains, a crumbling sanatorium holds its secrets. For Ed, this prison wasn't earned by madness, but by a noble act that cost him his freedom. Confined and watched, he peers from his barred window only to realize the true danger isn't inside the asylum walls.Out in the woods, something is moving. Unnatural shapes flit between the ancient trees, hinting at a terror the locals have always feared. This is true Appalachian horror, and it's closing in.As the line between sanity and the supernatural blurs, Ed faces a terrifying choice: remain a prisoner, or break free into a wilderness where he is the prey. This isn't just a fight for freedom—it's a desperate lesson in how to survive a horror story.What Readers Are Saying:ROBINSON ★★★★★ - "It’s a good short read... The atmosphere outside the asylum is very intriguing and explained very well; you almost feel like you are there yourself. I also like how Ed observed a lot of the key events from his window, it really felt like the story was from his point of view and everything was described very strongly."Chris S. ★★★★ - "Very intriguing atmosphere and storyline explained in great detail – I definitely sensed some elements of the movie Wrong Turn in the plot... It’s a good balance of suspense and mystery that makes for an interesting read."Mikey ★★★★★ - "The suspense in this book is written very well and built up gradually – which is exactly what you want. The storyline is very unique and he’s created a mysterious atmosphere which you feel at times as if you are in it... Makes for a great short horror read."