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Stephen Barnard has been writing fiction (and non-fiction cricket exploits) for a number of years. The success of his short story collection 'A Very Bad Year' encouraged him to push further. He now has over 20 published works, mainly in the horror/suspense genre. When he's not writing he teaches, reads, snoozes and binge-watches horror films.


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Stephen Barnard My most recent book out is 'Bitterly'. I wanted to write another short story collection, and was drawn to creating one setting for all the tales. In t…moreMy most recent book out is 'Bitterly'. I wanted to write another short story collection, and was drawn to creating one setting for all the tales. In the summer of 2018 there was a serious moors fire very close to where I live, and I took inspiration from this, and built the setting around it. What if, after they put the fire out, something else remained? Something that had been released from the hillside? Something ancient and terrible, without form but not without purpose? And who would it affect? The twelve stories in 'Bitterly' tell you who, and how...(less)
Stephen Barnard I'm working on book three of my Portentous series, the last in the trilogy. I'm hoping it'll be out at the end of May.…moreI'm working on book three of my Portentous series, the last in the trilogy. I'm hoping it'll be out at the end of May.(less)
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NO ONE IS LEAVING

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A Very Bad Year: Twelve Sto...

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The Deleted

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Bitterly

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Frightful by Stephen Barnard
"In this 12 story collection, there are tales with twists and turns that you just can't see coming, and all highly enjoyable. Once again it's the characters that really shine in Stephens writing, and he's a master at creating both relatable, likeable " Read more of this review »
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Harry has spent months being haunted by visions. Now he thinks he can stop the deaths. What is the cost? Pulse pounding conclusion to a spine chilling read. "
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"After the shocking developments in the last chapter, it's reasonable for Harry to turn to the police, and tell them everything. Reasonable, yet not the wisest move he could have made. Lots of murders in this story! Pity it's over in just one week 😢 "
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Harry is trying to stop the killer, but how do you stop someone who seems to have supernatural powers? Full of tension and suspense. "
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