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Feed the Sky: A Gruesome and Cosmic Death March to the End of the World
Brothers Justin and Tommy plan a camping trip into the mountains of Tennessee with several of their friends, including a girl that used to follow them around when she was younger. For years, Mary has harbored a crush on Justin, the eldest of the brothers and the obvious protector of their group. Seeing as Justin is single and she's now an adult, Mary hopes to catch his eye during their weekend trip.
Once they've found a spot in the mountains to set up camp and gather supplies, the friends begin eating mushrooms and hallucinating in the forest. Some go off to fool around under a sky full of excited eyes and bursting colors. Others hang back to seduce one another and fall in love. But all will see the terrors that await them in the night.
Nearby, a covenant has been preparing for the White Ritual, a night that concludes in a great offering to the Eye of Eyes. But first, they must locate the girl from their prophecies, a girl that can disrupt their night of ascendance to power. Luckily for them, the Crimson Highness has the power to awaken mighty beasts and perform dark spells that will soon splatter the trees in red.
Feed the Sky is the first entry in a cosmic horror trilogy overflowing with blood. It exists in the universe of the overarching series, The Cosmic Devourer of Life, which also includes a forthcoming prequel series about the Crimson Highness. EARLY PRAISE FOR FEED THE SKY
“Imagine waking up during the witching hour in the ‘80s and finding a raunchy horror movie on the TV. For a while you’re not entirely convinced it’s not a snuff video, or a psychedelic nightmare. You feel filthy and reach for the remote to switch it off. But your morbid curiosity forces you to keep going. Feed the Sky is that movie.”
~ Robert Weaver, author of Blessed Skeletons and Five Suns Over Somerset
“Feed the Sky is dark and grisly and cosmic in its horror ... and it's also a hell of a lot of fun from start to finish!"
~ Mark Allan Gunnells, author of Lucid and When it Rains
“Vile, disturbing, horrifying and down-right traumatizing. Clearly the work of a depraved individual. It’s fucked and I loved it.”
~ Horror Oasis
“Add a dash of Cabin in the Woods, a sprinkle of Clive Barker, and a little Edward Lee for good measure, and you get the barest glimpse of what to expect in Feed the Sky. Wesley Winters’ extreme horror novella will leave even the most seasoned horror reader trembling at the prospect of what waits in the woods.”
~ Brennan LaFaro, author of I Will Always Find You and Noose
“…truly fucked...very out of control and unpredictable…”
~ Kristina Osborn, Truborn Press
“A brutal and bloody backwoods bacchanal…”
~ Christopher Robertson, author of The Cotton Candy Massacre “…a visceral, mind-bending journey…[Winters] cranks the weirdness up to eleven, crafting an unsettling atmosphere that feels as alive as its haunted forests…the narrative twists through layers of cosmic horror, cult rituals, and trippy, character-driven arcs…the imagery is a standout…Winters’ characters are raw and real, navigating guilt, desire, and survival instincts in increasingly surreal situations.
Once they've found a spot in the mountains to set up camp and gather supplies, the friends begin eating mushrooms and hallucinating in the forest. Some go off to fool around under a sky full of excited eyes and bursting colors. Others hang back to seduce one another and fall in love. But all will see the terrors that await them in the night.
Nearby, a covenant has been preparing for the White Ritual, a night that concludes in a great offering to the Eye of Eyes. But first, they must locate the girl from their prophecies, a girl that can disrupt their night of ascendance to power. Luckily for them, the Crimson Highness has the power to awaken mighty beasts and perform dark spells that will soon splatter the trees in red.
Feed the Sky is the first entry in a cosmic horror trilogy overflowing with blood. It exists in the universe of the overarching series, The Cosmic Devourer of Life, which also includes a forthcoming prequel series about the Crimson Highness. EARLY PRAISE FOR FEED THE SKY
“Imagine waking up during the witching hour in the ‘80s and finding a raunchy horror movie on the TV. For a while you’re not entirely convinced it’s not a snuff video, or a psychedelic nightmare. You feel filthy and reach for the remote to switch it off. But your morbid curiosity forces you to keep going. Feed the Sky is that movie.”
~ Robert Weaver, author of Blessed Skeletons and Five Suns Over Somerset
“Feed the Sky is dark and grisly and cosmic in its horror ... and it's also a hell of a lot of fun from start to finish!"
~ Mark Allan Gunnells, author of Lucid and When it Rains
“Vile, disturbing, horrifying and down-right traumatizing. Clearly the work of a depraved individual. It’s fucked and I loved it.”
~ Horror Oasis
“Add a dash of Cabin in the Woods, a sprinkle of Clive Barker, and a little Edward Lee for good measure, and you get the barest glimpse of what to expect in Feed the Sky. Wesley Winters’ extreme horror novella will leave even the most seasoned horror reader trembling at the prospect of what waits in the woods.”
~ Brennan LaFaro, author of I Will Always Find You and Noose
“…truly fucked...very out of control and unpredictable…”
~ Kristina Osborn, Truborn Press
“A brutal and bloody backwoods bacchanal…”
~ Christopher Robertson, author of The Cotton Candy Massacre “…a visceral, mind-bending journey…[Winters] cranks the weirdness up to eleven, crafting an unsettling atmosphere that feels as alive as its haunted forests…the narrative twists through layers of cosmic horror, cult rituals, and trippy, character-driven arcs…the imagery is a standout…Winters’ characters are raw and real, navigating guilt, desire, and survival instincts in increasingly surreal situations.
176 pages, Hardcover
Published March 1, 2025
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Wesley Winters
18 books16 followersWesley Winters is the author of What They're Hiding (coming in 2026), Feed the Sky, and numerous story collections. He has appeared in multiple anthologies, including Cursed Cooking, and co-edited/published the anthology Blackberry Blood using his previous pseudonym, Aiden Merchant.
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March 5, 2025
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Brothers Justin, and Tommy have planned a camping trip that includes Tommy's girlfriend, a mutual friend and the girl who used to follow Justin around when she was younger, as well as a lot of mushrooms. The plan is to have a killer weekend away, get on it and see what happens. What they're not counting on, is the covenant of women who inhabit the forest getting ready to perform the White Ritual. With hallucinogens in their system, the group of friends don't know what's real and what's not, and the Crimson Highness has the power to make monsters come to life. They'll need to fight for their lives, or they won't make it out of the forest alive.
I was keen as to read this book, that cover is everything and super intriguing. I haven't read much cosmic horror, but it's a subgenre I'd been wanting to explore a bit more, and I was not disappointed with this one.
I think one thing that I like about cosmic horror is, it doesn't have to make linear sense, if that makes sense. I find that cosmic horror makes you suspend ALL belief and reality because it is so far-fetched and out there. When you think about it, if a cosmic horror even were to transpire, there's no rules, there's no formula for it to adhere to, it's absolutely batshit and that's exactly why the cosmic horror stories I have read, are believable. They COULD happen BECAUSE they're so insane.
This was a quick read at under 200 pages and I found the pacing quite fast. It gets started straight away and you're never 100% sure what's real and what's not. I loved that Winters included the small detail of the hallucinogens was a stroke of genius. It made the story read like a fever dream hallucination that was fuelled by insanity and mushrooms. It was sexy, it was gruesome, gory, unforgiving and just so out there. I found myself really getting behind the group of campers, but one thing about this story is, you never know who is actually going to survive, and I love a horror story that can do that. You don't want to get too attached to any of the characters because the author has made it so that you just do not know who, if anyone, is going to make it out the other side. This raises the stakes and really brings a sense of hopeless doom and anxiety to an already palpable atmosphere.
The story didn't have a lot of substance, but it was still a damn good read and, like watching a slow-moving train wreck, I couldn't look away. I was screaming at these characters in my head to sober up, stop making terrible decisions because they weren't hallucinating anymore, it was ACTUALLY HAPPENING AND GODDAMMIT YOU'RE RUNNING THE WRONG WAY! This is the kind of story that I like. One that brings up such strong emotions of hopelessness because you know the characters can't hear you and you just know that everything is going to end badly. The tension is built by the pure thought of "how can ANYONE stop this?" This is another aspect of cosmic horror that I enjoy, it really does bring that high tension because how could anyone stop it? How can anyone fight something so huge?
I really enjoyed the characters. They weren't super in depth, but that's perfectly fine, the way they were written was perfect for this story. This was, for me, more a plot driven story and the characters were just along for the whacky ride. I loved how this was also a story where the characters were forced to grow up super quick once they realised what was actually going on.
The way this story ended is difficult for me to put into words. At the end of any story, I tend to feel a sense of "Ohh, it's over I feel safe." I did not get that with this one. This one looked like I was going to get that feeling then BAM! It's left open ended enough that you're just waiting for the events to start again. I'm looking forward to seeing if Winters continues with this world and where it goes from here. If you're looking for a wild ride that keeps you guessing, give this one a go, you won't be disappointed.
Brothers Justin, and Tommy have planned a camping trip that includes Tommy's girlfriend, a mutual friend and the girl who used to follow Justin around when she was younger, as well as a lot of mushrooms. The plan is to have a killer weekend away, get on it and see what happens. What they're not counting on, is the covenant of women who inhabit the forest getting ready to perform the White Ritual. With hallucinogens in their system, the group of friends don't know what's real and what's not, and the Crimson Highness has the power to make monsters come to life. They'll need to fight for their lives, or they won't make it out of the forest alive.
I was keen as to read this book, that cover is everything and super intriguing. I haven't read much cosmic horror, but it's a subgenre I'd been wanting to explore a bit more, and I was not disappointed with this one.
I think one thing that I like about cosmic horror is, it doesn't have to make linear sense, if that makes sense. I find that cosmic horror makes you suspend ALL belief and reality because it is so far-fetched and out there. When you think about it, if a cosmic horror even were to transpire, there's no rules, there's no formula for it to adhere to, it's absolutely batshit and that's exactly why the cosmic horror stories I have read, are believable. They COULD happen BECAUSE they're so insane.
This was a quick read at under 200 pages and I found the pacing quite fast. It gets started straight away and you're never 100% sure what's real and what's not. I loved that Winters included the small detail of the hallucinogens was a stroke of genius. It made the story read like a fever dream hallucination that was fuelled by insanity and mushrooms. It was sexy, it was gruesome, gory, unforgiving and just so out there. I found myself really getting behind the group of campers, but one thing about this story is, you never know who is actually going to survive, and I love a horror story that can do that. You don't want to get too attached to any of the characters because the author has made it so that you just do not know who, if anyone, is going to make it out the other side. This raises the stakes and really brings a sense of hopeless doom and anxiety to an already palpable atmosphere.
The story didn't have a lot of substance, but it was still a damn good read and, like watching a slow-moving train wreck, I couldn't look away. I was screaming at these characters in my head to sober up, stop making terrible decisions because they weren't hallucinating anymore, it was ACTUALLY HAPPENING AND GODDAMMIT YOU'RE RUNNING THE WRONG WAY! This is the kind of story that I like. One that brings up such strong emotions of hopelessness because you know the characters can't hear you and you just know that everything is going to end badly. The tension is built by the pure thought of "how can ANYONE stop this?" This is another aspect of cosmic horror that I enjoy, it really does bring that high tension because how could anyone stop it? How can anyone fight something so huge?
I really enjoyed the characters. They weren't super in depth, but that's perfectly fine, the way they were written was perfect for this story. This was, for me, more a plot driven story and the characters were just along for the whacky ride. I loved how this was also a story where the characters were forced to grow up super quick once they realised what was actually going on.
The way this story ended is difficult for me to put into words. At the end of any story, I tend to feel a sense of "Ohh, it's over I feel safe." I did not get that with this one. This one looked like I was going to get that feeling then BAM! It's left open ended enough that you're just waiting for the events to start again. I'm looking forward to seeing if Winters continues with this world and where it goes from here. If you're looking for a wild ride that keeps you guessing, give this one a go, you won't be disappointed.
January 28, 2025
Wesley Winters takes readers on a visceral, mind-bending journey in
“Feed the Sky”
, blending horror, surrealism, and human frailty into a story that lingers long after you finish reading it. Having enjoyed Winters’ previous works, I was already expecting sharp prose and complex storytelling. But this time, he cranks the weirdness up to eleven, crafting an unsettling atmosphere that feels as alive as its haunted forests, in what is his most weird tale to date.
The story kicks off with an explosive prologue: a father-daughter camping trip turns into a nightmare as Dennis, the father, is “juiced by invisible hands” under a strange patch of moonlight. The vivid and grotesque description of Dennis's body being stripped away, layer by layer, set the stage for the surreal terror to come: “His skin began peeling into little strips that lifted into the sky like controlled breezes.” Farrah’s, the daughter, helplessness is palpable, her choice agonizingly cruel yet necessary.
From there, the narrative twists through layers of cosmic horror, cult rituals, and trippy, character-driven arcs. The imagery is a standout—grotesque yet mesmerizing. Trees become sentient predators, and the sky itself feels like an omnipresent predator. One of the lines that got stuck in my head: “Seek the halos. Step inside and feed the sky.”
Winters’ characters are raw and real, navigating guilt, desire, and survival instincts in increasingly surreal situations. The chaotic dynamics within the group camping trip—particularly the messy blend of humor and dread—help ground the escalating madness. There’s one scene that’s probably in the top three of the most skin-crawling sequences I’ve read in a while.
The book isn’t without its challenges. The pacing slows slightly midway as the surrealism overtakes the plot, and some might find it harder to connect emotionally during these stretches. However, the rewards for the imaginative risks Winters takes are well worth it. He pushes the boundaries of conventional horror to deliver a wholly unique experience—one that shocks, mesmerizes, and haunts. The vivid prose and daring storytelling demand your attention and trust, rewarding readers with an unforgettable descent into a universe where even the sky hungers.
If you’re a fan of boundary-pushing horror that’s equal parts poetic and disturbing, “Feed the Sky” is a must-read. It’s a visceral reminder that the universe is vast, hungry, and terrifyingly indifferent. Don’t read this one at night unless you’re ready to dream of glowing halos and whispering trees.
The story kicks off with an explosive prologue: a father-daughter camping trip turns into a nightmare as Dennis, the father, is “juiced by invisible hands” under a strange patch of moonlight. The vivid and grotesque description of Dennis's body being stripped away, layer by layer, set the stage for the surreal terror to come: “His skin began peeling into little strips that lifted into the sky like controlled breezes.” Farrah’s, the daughter, helplessness is palpable, her choice agonizingly cruel yet necessary.
From there, the narrative twists through layers of cosmic horror, cult rituals, and trippy, character-driven arcs. The imagery is a standout—grotesque yet mesmerizing. Trees become sentient predators, and the sky itself feels like an omnipresent predator. One of the lines that got stuck in my head: “Seek the halos. Step inside and feed the sky.”
Winters’ characters are raw and real, navigating guilt, desire, and survival instincts in increasingly surreal situations. The chaotic dynamics within the group camping trip—particularly the messy blend of humor and dread—help ground the escalating madness. There’s one scene that’s probably in the top three of the most skin-crawling sequences I’ve read in a while.
The book isn’t without its challenges. The pacing slows slightly midway as the surrealism overtakes the plot, and some might find it harder to connect emotionally during these stretches. However, the rewards for the imaginative risks Winters takes are well worth it. He pushes the boundaries of conventional horror to deliver a wholly unique experience—one that shocks, mesmerizes, and haunts. The vivid prose and daring storytelling demand your attention and trust, rewarding readers with an unforgettable descent into a universe where even the sky hungers.
If you’re a fan of boundary-pushing horror that’s equal parts poetic and disturbing, “Feed the Sky” is a must-read. It’s a visceral reminder that the universe is vast, hungry, and terrifyingly indifferent. Don’t read this one at night unless you’re ready to dream of glowing halos and whispering trees.
March 5, 2025
This trippy mayhem filled story is a beautiful blend of horned up 80s slasher and straight up wtf cosmic horror.
Feed the Sky has it all. From gruesome deaths, a high body count to owls and trees who are not what they seem. Trust me when I say you will be entertained and left thirsting for the next installment.
Feed the Sky has it all. From gruesome deaths, a high body count to owls and trees who are not what they seem. Trust me when I say you will be entertained and left thirsting for the next installment.
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January 26, 2025
Who doesn't like sitting around a campfire listening to macabre stories, about things that go bump in the night?
"Feed the Sky" by Wesley Winters gives you that same feeling, from the comfort of your own home. Sit back in your favorite slippers, with a nice cup of hot chocolate, and get ready for a lot of blood, bonking, and bodies galore; in this fast paced tale of what could happen if the universe had its eyes on you.
"Feed the Sky" by Wesley Winters gives you that same feeling, from the comfort of your own home. Sit back in your favorite slippers, with a nice cup of hot chocolate, and get ready for a lot of blood, bonking, and bodies galore; in this fast paced tale of what could happen if the universe had its eyes on you.
April 24, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ rounded to 5
Feed the Sky felt like someone dared Wesley Winters to create the worst camping trip imaginable and he absolutely delivered. It’s bloody, it’s weird, it’s got trolls eating people and trees trying to kill you, and honestly, I couldn’t get enough. Every time I thought it couldn’t get more insane, it went ahead and proved me wrong. If you like your horror fast, unhinged, and full of cosmic nightmares, you’ll have a good time with this one. I can’t wait to see where it goes next!
Fair warning: this is firmly in extreme horror territory, so definitely proceed with caution if you’re not into gore or the grotesque.
Feed the Sky felt like someone dared Wesley Winters to create the worst camping trip imaginable and he absolutely delivered. It’s bloody, it’s weird, it’s got trolls eating people and trees trying to kill you, and honestly, I couldn’t get enough. Every time I thought it couldn’t get more insane, it went ahead and proved me wrong. If you like your horror fast, unhinged, and full of cosmic nightmares, you’ll have a good time with this one. I can’t wait to see where it goes next!
Fair warning: this is firmly in extreme horror territory, so definitely proceed with caution if you’re not into gore or the grotesque.
February 9, 2025
There's something about Feed the Sky that is like a dam unblocking, with Winters releasing a horrific concoction that is so uniquely Winters that you'll immediately want more of this unapologetic romp through the forest with the Eye of Eyes. The simultaneous restraint of the prose with unfiltered imagination and the disregard for social barriers in its theme and content is a rare sight that Winters does so well. At once Feed the Sky feels like an accumulation of years of work while also the beginning of a completely new era that, honestly, makes me excited to see where not only this world goes, but to see where Winters decides to take his ever-growing (and unique) skillset.
Wesley Winters wields the pen like a sledgehammer and grins a toothless grin as he creates worlds and smashes them apart, walking through cannon smoke of his own doing.
Wesley Winters wields the pen like a sledgehammer and grins a toothless grin as he creates worlds and smashes them apart, walking through cannon smoke of his own doing.
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