Shadows & Echoes: A Collection of Scary Poems

by Phil Anderson

Shadows & Echoes is a chilling collection of poetry by Oregon-based writer Phil Anderson. This inventive work delves into the darkest corners of the human imagination, exploring themes of fear, death, loss, and isolation. Drawing on the rich tradition of horror literature, Anderson's work evokes the classic works of Edgar Allan Poe and Alfred Noyes, while also incorporating 20th century influences such as Ray Bradbury and Rod Serling. By incorporating AI tools, Anderson creates a unique synergy between human intuition and machine-generated suggestions, resulting in poems that possess an otherworldly quality. This refined collaboration pushes the boundaries of traditional poetry, blending the organic and the digital to produce a singular voice that captivates readers and leaves them questioning the nature of authorship and the boundaries of creativity. The poems within will simultaneously unsettle and enchant readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page has been turned. This book is an essential read for fans of horror poetry and those intrigued by the possibilities of AI-enhanced literature, while still being able to believe our greatest fears still lie within the imagination of the human mind.

134 pages, Hardcover

Published October 9, 2023