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Something Sweet
Shy and awkward, Calvin Nickelsimmer has always been the black sheep in the family. All of that changes when Calvin discovers his new passion; creating decadent, almost intoxicating desserts. Nickelsimmer Sweets is born, with an enviable storefront on the trendiest street in Jubilee City.
Calvin’s health inspector cousin-in-law Arthur is determined to learn the secret behind Calvin’s success. He gets his opportunity to peek behind the scenes when he is assigned to perform the initial inspection of the Nickelsimmer Sweets shop. Putting his career and relationships on the line, Arthur does whatever it takes to discover Calvin’s secret. But will he like what he learns?
Calvin’s health inspector cousin-in-law Arthur is determined to learn the secret behind Calvin’s success. He gets his opportunity to peek behind the scenes when he is assigned to perform the initial inspection of the Nickelsimmer Sweets shop. Putting his career and relationships on the line, Arthur does whatever it takes to discover Calvin’s secret. But will he like what he learns?
- GenresHorror
82 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2023
12 people want to read
About the author
Christopher Sweet
4 books28 followersChristopher Sweet has worked as a freelance writer, manager, waiter, bartender, event DJ, actor, children’s entertainer, truck driver, shopkeeper, call center operator, concierge, office assistant, barista, and a campground manager. He loves books, movies, the outdoors, and baseball.
He’s written several dozen short stories and multiple screenplays. The Boy in the Canvas is his first novel.
He lives with his growing tribe of people and beasts in New Brunswick, Canada.
He’s written several dozen short stories and multiple screenplays. The Boy in the Canvas is his first novel.
He lives with his growing tribe of people and beasts in New Brunswick, Canada.
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May 27, 2025
I had the pleasure of meeting Christopher Sweet at a NB Local Authors fair. We got a long pretty well and I picked this novella up after seeing a quick review on the internet.
The cover art is a great and for 73 pages, has a good "bang for your buck"
Read it over the last day and a half and enjoyed it a lot. Will be picking up his other books the next time I get a "sweet" encounter with Christopher.
The cover art is a great and for 73 pages, has a good "bang for your buck"
Read it over the last day and a half and enjoyed it a lot. Will be picking up his other books the next time I get a "sweet" encounter with Christopher.
June 22, 2024
I’m impressed. At 73 pages, this indie novella is expertly constructed and tightly written and boasts a pitch perfect ending. It isn’t for the faint of heart, though. It contains adult situations and the author himself calls it a “gross little story” (it’s only gross at the end though). It would make an excellent X Files episode and is reminiscent of the work of Stephen King (in the best possible sense).
August 30, 2024
I picked up this book at a local New Brunswick store specializing in works by regional authors.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book despite it being short. From the start, it captured my interest with its compelling writing and steady pace. My only critique is that I wished the ending had been more extended, as it felt somewhat abrupt. Overall, it’s an excellent choice if you’re in the mood for a quick read with a spooky, horror edge.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book despite it being short. From the start, it captured my interest with its compelling writing and steady pace. My only critique is that I wished the ending had been more extended, as it felt somewhat abrupt. Overall, it’s an excellent choice if you’re in the mood for a quick read with a spooky, horror edge.
July 29, 2024
***** 5 Stars *****
"Something Sweet" was a short read but it definitely packed a punch. I loved it!! The horror genre is one of my favourites and "Something Sweet" definitely did not disappoint. It's cleverly written and draws readers in right from the start.
The story focuses on Arthur, a food service health inspector that inspects Calvin's sweet shop. The sweets that Calvin sells stimulate his customers taste buds, senses, and arouses those who eat them like no other sweet can possibly fulfill. When Arthur is tasked with inspecting Calvin's shop, he soon discovers what lurks behind those delectable desserts and sweets. What will Calvin find?
"Something Sweet" is a perfect quick read for fans of the horror genre, and chocolate lovers.
"Something Sweet" was a short read but it definitely packed a punch. I loved it!! The horror genre is one of my favourites and "Something Sweet" definitely did not disappoint. It's cleverly written and draws readers in right from the start.
The story focuses on Arthur, a food service health inspector that inspects Calvin's sweet shop. The sweets that Calvin sells stimulate his customers taste buds, senses, and arouses those who eat them like no other sweet can possibly fulfill. When Arthur is tasked with inspecting Calvin's shop, he soon discovers what lurks behind those delectable desserts and sweets. What will Calvin find?
"Something Sweet" is a perfect quick read for fans of the horror genre, and chocolate lovers.
December 24, 2023
HORROR - Something Sweet by Christopher Sweet
What if I told you that there was a sweet treat that could solve all your bedroom problems… that the smell alone would turn you primal.
Would it be worth it? Would you stop to ask where it came from? What the consequences would be of indulging?
Christopher Sweet delves into the implications of this in his horror novella something sweet. I could feel the dread dripping off the pages and by the end I knew I wouldn’t be looking at a delectable sweet treat the same ever again…
Who wants a gobe bite?!
What if I told you that there was a sweet treat that could solve all your bedroom problems… that the smell alone would turn you primal.
Would it be worth it? Would you stop to ask where it came from? What the consequences would be of indulging?
Christopher Sweet delves into the implications of this in his horror novella something sweet. I could feel the dread dripping off the pages and by the end I knew I wouldn’t be looking at a delectable sweet treat the same ever again…
Who wants a gobe bite?!
February 29, 2024
This book is such a great way to spend a few hours. Concise and well written, it injects a dose of surealism into you, and let's go your merry way.
September 5, 2023
I loved this book and it's not even a genre I ever read.
When the author explained that it was "a mixture of Willy Wonka and H.P. Lovecraft" I knew that I was hooked.
I read the first page and I will tell everyone I see to try that too, if you aren't hooked by the end of the first page I will stop harping on it, but if you aren't hooked by the end of the first page there is something wrong with you. The way that the character assumes association just caught me.
The only flaw that I found with it was that the end was too abrupt. It kept unfurling more information and more information and then it was over. That has it's own charm and the last couple of lines were great, but I think I would have liked it to delve a little deeper.
When the author explained that it was "a mixture of Willy Wonka and H.P. Lovecraft" I knew that I was hooked.
I read the first page and I will tell everyone I see to try that too, if you aren't hooked by the end of the first page I will stop harping on it, but if you aren't hooked by the end of the first page there is something wrong with you. The way that the character assumes association just caught me.
The only flaw that I found with it was that the end was too abrupt. It kept unfurling more information and more information and then it was over. That has it's own charm and the last couple of lines were great, but I think I would have liked it to delve a little deeper.
June 24, 2025
deliciously disturbing!
my curiosity to find out what the catastrophic accident was kept me reading!
my curiosity to find out what the catastrophic accident was kept me reading!
August 4, 2024
Going into this book I had a brief idea of the over all plot of this novelette. Of course it was an assumption I made and looks forward to reading when it happened. However, you know what they say when you assume... The story was definitely not what I'd expected. At all. It had a much, much, worse reality than I anticipated. I'm still a bit grossed out. You will have to read it for yourself to fully understand... and I recommend that you do.
September 20, 2024
Something Sweet was an excellent read, moving at a solid pace with a totally unexpected ending. A perfect read for anyone who appreciates the bizarre and unexpected. - Joy Hobson
August 10, 2024
Something sweet by someone who's last name is sweet was sweet make Shure you have some sweets and some coffee when you read this one great job.
March 25, 2023
Pour your favorite drink and be prepared to be entertained. It is a quick read, perhaps an evening by the fire. The book is well written with complex sentences that require the reader to think. I would highly recommend this story.
October 14, 2023
This little novella has a twilight zone vibe and ends in a way that made this a fantastic read... just so you know.
July 30, 2023
With an author name that's right on the nose, Christopher Sweet presents a novella that takes the boat ride from Willie Wonka and cranks it up to eleven. Brimming with sex, paranoia, visceral creatures, and body horror, Something Sweet is a short, sharp shock to the system. Try not to bite off more than you can chew.
April 26, 2023
Wow. Mind blown. One of the creepiest things I’ve ever read and I was not expecting that kind of creepy. So 10 stars on the creepy factor. Sweet really did an amazing job with the entire storyline. Impressive!
April 5, 2023
This book was a quick and entertaining read! I couldn’t put it down, I wanted to find out more about those sweets. It’s sexy and fun and well written.
June 7, 2024
What a wonderful book had big HP Love vibes and didn't set it down!
August 9, 2024
This is not my usual genre for reading but I've recently been voluntold to judge a horror/comedy writing contest. I figured I'd better read a bit of horror so I have half a clue :) I read it in one sitting. Christopher Sweet packs a lot into this short read. Half way through I thought I knew where it was going and then he surprised me with and ending I didn't see coming. Hours later it still creeps me out. Well done and ewww!
September 4, 2023
Weird. Got this book from a local publisher and was super excited to read it. The weird sexual descriptions threw me off. You get super submersed and suddenly it’s talking about the main characters wife’s sister and her O face. The descriptions of the women make it obvious it was written by a man. Super disappointed and put off, was really hoping for a better read.
October 24, 2023
A terrific story, full of wit and a jaw-dropping ending. Well done, Mr. Sweet.
September 3, 2024
This was a fun read. The suspense was there throughout the story. The ending was dark and wonderful. A quick read but paced so well.
July 24, 2025
I loved that freakish ending haha. Such a great read. great flow, excellent pacing. Short and sweet!
December 29, 2025
Fun short novella that has you guessing at the secret until the very end.
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