Tales of Terror for a Dark Night

by J. Jones

Ghosts, monsters and demons aren't real are they; they're just made up to frighten children at Halloween? Or are they? What if that creaking floorboard upstairs isn't caused by the house settling? What if that banging shutter isn't down to the wind and what if that cold spot in your lounge isn't because of a draught? Maybe you're not alone after all. Maybe something is watching you right now. Something evil. Lock your doors, draw the curtains and prepare to be terrified as tales of terror for a dark night, by prize winning author J. Jones, takes you on a harrowing journey through the realms of the supernatural. Vengeful ghosts, demons and small furry monsters that live in the loft, all lurk within the pages waiting to haunt your dreams. Read on if you dare, but remember to leave the light on tonight. Just in case...

216 pages, Paperback

First published May 17, 2013

About the author

Librarian Note: Also writes as Jeff Jones

My latest novel, "A call to arms", the first book in a new heroic fantasy series called The Fractured Kingdom, has just been released in time for Christmas 2018. It is available in both paperback and on Kindle.

I am also the author of the heroic fantasy series "The Chronicles of Arkadia", the horror anthology "Tales of terror for a dark night" and over 140 short stories, many of which have appeared in anthologies published by Static Movement, Horrified Press and Thirteen O'clock Press.

I live in the East of England with my wife and two grown-up children and when I'm not writing or working as an editor/proofreader, I can usually be found walking my over-active Border Collie who loves playing Frisbee despite the cliche... or the weather.

I grew up on a diet of James Herbert and Stephen King books, before moving onto the fantasy genre and consuming everything written by the wonderfully talented David Gemmell and David Eddings. Now I tend to read historical fiction by people like Cornwell, Kane, Riches and Iggulden.

My admiration for Herbert's and King's work probably explains why the vast majority of the short stories that I've written, are rooted firmly in the ghost/horror genre.

Thanks for stopping by to learn a little more about me and don't forget to call back from time to time to see what project I'm working on next.

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Reviews

[Jeanette · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recently won 'Tales of Terror for a Dark Night' in the Goodreads First Reads Giveaway.

This is the first time that I have read any books by J Jones and judging by these tales of terror, it will not be the last. I seldom read horror, especially when it comes to short stories. I enjoyed all and couldn't say which is my favourite as there was quite a variety. Recommended.

[Fraser Simpson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored this excellent book from the first page. J Jones didn’t follow the typical rhythm of this genre but went above and beyond and petrified me with every new story.

Take his advice and leave the light on, I adored the length of every short story as they were perfectly paced and gripping.

While every story merited genuine fear I would recommend ‘The Devils Cauldron’ and ‘The Roof People’ for lingering unsteady nerves.

I eagerly await J Jones new work and cannot recommend this fantastic book enough and I hope a sequel is forthcoming.

Tales of Terror for a Dark Night