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Hell is Other People
Between black market organ trading, sentient rain, and cannibal romance, this collection delivers ten gory horror tales. The collection is split into three sections and grapples with how other people can fail us through lies, deceit, and possession. The ways that other people are incomparable in their cruelty. The ways they can lead us to our deaths. This collection, featuring reworked versions of previously published short stories and original material, amalgamates David-Jack Fletcher's writing journey. It explores the primary theme that people, not demons, monsters, or ancient worm gods, are the cause of evil-the arbiters of our impending doom.
The monsters, well, they're just a happy coincidence.
The monsters, well, they're just a happy coincidence.
328 pages, Paperback
Published May 3, 2025
21 people want to read
About the author
David-Jack Fletcher
18 books56 followersDavid-Jack Fletcher is an Australian author, specialising in LGBTQI+ horror fiction. He dabbles in comedy-horror and dark fiction, but his true love is body horror.
His debut novella, The haunting of Harry Peck, is a 2022 Amazon international best-seller across several lists including Gay Fiction, Horror, and Two-Hour Literature.
He has also appeared in several anthologies across the US, Canada, and the UK. David-Jack's latest novel is due for release in 2023, and he is currently working on the next one: Indentured, which focuses on a pair of bloodthirsty cursed dentures.
He is also a qualified editor, operating a small online business, Chainsaw Editing, where he specialises in copyediting and developmental editing for horror/thriller, dark fiction, mystery/suspense, and the occasional historical romance.
When not writing and editing, David-Jack can be found on the couch with a book, cuddling his dogs and his husband.
His debut novella, The haunting of Harry Peck, is a 2022 Amazon international best-seller across several lists including Gay Fiction, Horror, and Two-Hour Literature.
He has also appeared in several anthologies across the US, Canada, and the UK. David-Jack's latest novel is due for release in 2023, and he is currently working on the next one: Indentured, which focuses on a pair of bloodthirsty cursed dentures.
He is also a qualified editor, operating a small online business, Chainsaw Editing, where he specialises in copyediting and developmental editing for horror/thriller, dark fiction, mystery/suspense, and the occasional historical romance.
When not writing and editing, David-Jack can be found on the couch with a book, cuddling his dogs and his husband.
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May 3, 2025
I was fortunate enough to get hold of an ARC for this one. Enjoyed every story. An epic collection of chilling and unique tales.
May 4, 2025
Phenomenal collection. Pl8tes still lives rent free in my mind. Five stars,
May 3, 2025
I never pass up anything by Fletcher. This collection is full of horrifying, but insightful stories written by a true master of the craft. I believe short stories are one of the hardest things to write, but Fletcher makes it look easy. Pick this one up!
May 3, 2025
Another great book from David-Jack Fletcher. I was so excited to hear about this collection and it did not let me down.
June 18, 2025
Dare I say this must be one of my favourite short horror story collections.
Not only does the author ramp up the gore and body horror, he ensures that we, the readers, are given insight into what drives his fully “fletched” characters (see what I did there ;o) )
He veers away from stereotypes, focussing more on their intrinsic characteristics, which I find refreshing and engaging. He writes about people. All are flawed and ultimately, all are human (well, mostly).
That said, I really do think anyone - regardless of whether they are lgbtq / allies or not - can and will enjoy these stories, because they’re just brilliant short horror stories! Really recommend you give this collection a go. I loved it and I’d like to see it get the recognition it deserves.
Not only does the author ramp up the gore and body horror, he ensures that we, the readers, are given insight into what drives his fully “fletched” characters (see what I did there ;o) )
He veers away from stereotypes, focussing more on their intrinsic characteristics, which I find refreshing and engaging. He writes about people. All are flawed and ultimately, all are human (well, mostly).
That said, I really do think anyone - regardless of whether they are lgbtq / allies or not - can and will enjoy these stories, because they’re just brilliant short horror stories! Really recommend you give this collection a go. I loved it and I’d like to see it get the recognition it deserves.
June 19, 2025
Gay horror straight people need to read.
Disclosure: I received a free copy of ‘Hell is Other People’ for review purposes. Another disclosure: I’m also straight. But this didn’t stop me loving Fletcher’s latest collection. I’ve always enjoyed his work but this time he’s upped his game. The writing is tight, polished and brutal. The characters are richly penned: openly proud of their sexuality or conflicted, ashamed and afraid. Some even in denial. There are no clear heroes here. Only the torn, the hurt, or the ones who stand up because they’re tired of all the shit. And this works so well against the backdrop of horror with its narratives of cultural abuse, shaming and violence. In the end, it doesn’t matter if you’re gay, straight or bi. This is great horror. Whichever way you cut it.
Disclosure: I received a free copy of ‘Hell is Other People’ for review purposes. Another disclosure: I’m also straight. But this didn’t stop me loving Fletcher’s latest collection. I’ve always enjoyed his work but this time he’s upped his game. The writing is tight, polished and brutal. The characters are richly penned: openly proud of their sexuality or conflicted, ashamed and afraid. Some even in denial. There are no clear heroes here. Only the torn, the hurt, or the ones who stand up because they’re tired of all the shit. And this works so well against the backdrop of horror with its narratives of cultural abuse, shaming and violence. In the end, it doesn’t matter if you’re gay, straight or bi. This is great horror. Whichever way you cut it.
May 9, 2025
Fantastic read. I am a fan of David -Jack's writing and this is no different.
Highly recommend
Highly recommend
May 28, 2025
I ate up the queer, Aussie rep in this horror book. The gushes of crimson fluids were many and varied! The psychological terror, the nail-biting action. Gimme.
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