Crate full of Chaos: 28 Tales of Terror

by Iain Rob Wright

28 Brand New Tales of Terror from Iain Rob Wright. This collection features exclusive, never before released stories that will have the hairs standing up on the back of your neck. With over 400 pages/120,000 words of horror in total, this is one mammoth collection you don't want to miss out on. With classic slashers like Spaghetti Neck, poignant tragedies like Cassie, and hilarious satire like The Squirrel & the Pants, you'll never know what's coming next. Full story list

Spaghetti NeckThe YoffelCall me BobThe Fading of the BloomsCaptain TrippsBreatheDevil's WoodsLucasThe MonkeyThe man who followed me through a field in ConsettCassieThe Squirrel & the PantsHouse of 1000 Tiny BabiesThe ManuscriptDroneResolutionsThe DandelionUncle Jack's ArcadeBeneath the BedLiving SpaceFatherhoodGeminusSelfieTiff's TrinketsBlobsacTooth & ClawThe ViewingThe Shrieking Shaft"Iain Rob Wright scares the hell out of me!" - JA Konrath
"A Horror Mastermind." - Matt Shaw
"Sick & twisted." - David MoodyWHAT READERS ARE SAYING★★★★★ "One of Britain’s brightest talents."
★★★★★ "There's no good point to put the book down so you can get some sleep."
★★★★★ "Stephen King fans would enjoy this."
★★★★★ "I loved every minute of it."
★★★★★ "I read it in 2 days, unheard of for me!"
★★★★★ "There is a surprising twist to the end of the book."
★★★★★ "A cosy, ripping yarn."
★★★★★ "Brilliant storyline with the right amount of horror."
★★★★★ "I could not put it down, had to read through the night."
★★★★★ "I loved the story!"
★★★★★ "Everything I've come to expect from Iain Rob Wright."

Genres: Horror, Short Stories

404 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 22, 2025

About the author

With over 50 novels written over 16 years, Iain Rob Wright is the well-respected British horror author with a reputation for reliably scaring his readers. His books have sold millions of copies worldwide, earned tens of thousands of reader reviews on Amazon and Goodreads, and are being translated into multiple languages.

He is currently best known for the Cursed Manuscripts shared horror universe, the apocalyptic Hell on Earth series, and many stand-alone chillers such as The Room Upstairs and Scrapbook.

J. A. Konrath, New York Times bestselling thriller author, claims, "Iain Rob Wright scares the hell out of me!"

Born and raised in England's West Midlands, Iain now lives in the beautiful, gothic County Durham with his family, 2 pugs, and a cat named Tigz. When he is not writing horror, he is reading horror, watching horror, or playing Stardew Valley.

WHERE TO START: If you have never read Iain Rob Wright before, try Witch - the first Cursed Manuscript and the entry point to the universe - or The Gates, the opener of the Hell on Earth saga. Both are available FREE with Kindle Unlimited.

For new releases, free stories, and the occasional confession of authorial despair, readers can find Iain through his author page on Amazon or by visiting his website (where you can download 6 of his books absolutely FREE).

Iain's work has been compared to Stephen King, Richard Laymon, and James Herbert - the three writers he credits with making him want to scare people for a living.

Reviews

[John Morris]

Fair to middling!

Well, I wouldn't describe this collection of short stories as a terror inducing read, it was more of a 'Twilight Zone' fest. Not that it wasn't a bad read, some of the stories were quite good but, it was still a bit of a marathon to complete the book.

We had some dark humour, a few unsettling stories and the author's apparent fixation with mirrors. The moral here being, if you stare into a mirror it isn't always your own reflection that stares back at you.

Not a bad read but, I'm not sure I would bother with a second series - always assuming one is in the pipeline.

[Jeff D.]

about 4 exceptional short horror stories..few stupid stories that were not horror and kinda sucked...throw in some stories with not too subtle social commentary...combine all that with some so-so wanna be twilight zone type tales and you have this book. this author irks me because I have loved a ton of his books...and hated others so I don't know whether to keep trying or just move on.

[Susan West]

Each story a horrifying adventure!

This guy can really right! These 28 stories will stay with me for quite a while. Each one was a nightmare fuel propelled by Mr. Wrights Skilled storytelling. Definitely a five star read.

[Trudy L]

Really a good read! I enjoy Iain’s work so much. It’s always entertaining. No matter if it’s a group of short stories or a full length series. He never lets me down!

[Hilton Alligood]

Sad it's over

I always enjoy reading Iain Rob Wright. More please. Every story had a twist ending. I can't wait for the next book. I think I'll join Patreon for Iain.

[Sue Linsey]

Some stories are better than others, but there are some excellent ones in there

[Adrian Reaney]

This is a great collection of short stories. From psychological horror to monsters there is something for everyone with plenty of dark humour.

[Candy]

I enjoyed this book of short stories. Some are better than others but a great collection.

[wanda ybarra]

Good read!

I happen to love Iain Rob Wright's horror fiction and aside from a few duds ( sorry Iain), I was not disappointed.

[Claire Sowden]

loved these stories

I’m a fan of iain rob wright and I thoroughly enjoyed these short stories. The squirrel story was hilarious, I hope he writes another short story collection.

[Lou Canning]

good read to pass the time

Coffee break reads . This book is good to read in a break or to fill the time while waiting for someone?

[slowandsteadyreads (Kirsty)]

Average worked out at 5/10

* Spaghetti Neck - 7/10
* The Yoffel - 7/10
* Call Me Bob - 8/10
* The Fading of the Blooms - 6/10
* Captain Tripps - 9/10
* Breathe - 2/10
* Devil’s Woods - 6/10
* Lucas - 8/10
* The Monkey - 4/10
* The Man Who Followed Me Through A Field in Consett - 6/10
* Cassie - 6/10
* The Squirrel and the Pants - 1/10
* House of 1000 Tiny Babies - 5/10
* The Manuscript - 4/10
* Drone - 8/10
* Resolutions - 2/10
* The Dandelion - 5/10
* Uncle Jack’s Arcade - 5/10
* Beneath the Bed - 8/10
* Living Space - 7/10
* Fatherhood - 7/10
* Geminus - 4/10
* Selfie - 7/10
* Tiff’s Trinkets - 7/10
* Blobsac - 4/10
* Tooth & Claw - 4/10
* The Viewing - 8/10
* The Shrieking Shaft - 4/10

[Linda]

Not fun

I am normally not a short story type of person to begin with, but am a huge fan of Iain, so I wanted to love this. However, majority of these stories were to personal and close to home, reminding me of a black mirror type of format. The squirrel and reference to Stephen King will be my favorite as it held no association with current events. I’m sorry I just didn’t love it.

[Kathleen]

What a snooze fest! Most stories are about drunk or alcool abuse, others are unoriginal (3 stories are about mirrors, the author seem to be traumatise by is reflection and alcool.) Bad horror, don't buy unless you are a14 years old who wants to proove to is friends something..

[Barbara]

Chaotic Short Stories

Iain Rob Wright has done it again. His work engages you from the start and doesn't let up until the story is finished. Then it lingers in your mind for days. Each of his books are a treat. Enjoy!

[Jane Worrallo]

New horror writer found

I have read all the usual authors, King
koonz, etcetera, a friend told me about this author, so I tried one of his books. I love the humour that comes across in some of the stories in this book. I will be trying other books by this author. Fabulous read

[Meghan Kurth]

Great stories!

Almost all of these stories are excellent and very entertaining, I highly recommend! I was worried for a bit that it was going to get overly political, which I do NOT find entertaining, but it only touched lightly on the topic and then moved on, thank goodness.

[Kevin Sudlow]

Great fun

[Ann Carlson]

He never disappoints. All the stories were great. Not a stinker among them.

[David Blaylock]

Lots of quick stories, some I wish were full novel length.

[Saul Warren-howles]

My first book by the author and great short stories. Have several more and will be reading these soon.

[William Bitner Jr.]

Every tale was well worth the time. A great read!