Yule Never Sleep Again

by Kelvin V.A. Allison, Lolly Sparrow, Summer Bosley

In Yule Never Sleep Again the warmth of Christmas carols takes a chilling turn as beloved tunes transform into haunting tales of dread and despair. This anthology reimagines classic carols, weaving together a tapestry of horror that explores the darker side of the festive season.

Yule Never Sleep Again challenges the notion of Christmas as a purely joyous occasion, reminding us that even the most festive melodies can conceal dark secrets. Perfect for fans of horror and holiday lore alike, this anthology promises to leave readers with a lingering sense of unease long after the last page is turned.

Unknown Binding

Published December 1, 2025

Reviews

[Milt Theo · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Yule Never Sleep Again" is an outstanding holiday horror anthology, containing nine tales and one poem, all around the theme of Christmas carols. It's a celebration of the darker aspects of the Christmas holidays, highlighting how easily a time of festivity and joy may suddenly reveal an underlying sense of distrust, hopelessness and inner emptiness.

The poem ("God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen") is by Lee Richmond, the stories by Kelvin V.A Allison ("Hark the Herald Angels" - cosmic/cult horror), Caroline Oliver ("Away in A Manger" - gory pregnancy horror), Jerry Blaze ("Good King Wenceslas" - dark supernatural historical horror), Lula Von Goth ("The Holly and the Ivy" - gory supernatural horror), Dustin Allen ("Oh Come All Ye Faithful" - shocking supernatural horror), Ashley Todd ("While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night" - angel horror), Summer Bosley ("Joy To The World"- religious cult horror), Erica Hart ("We Three Kings of Orient Are" - reality TV horror), and Lolly Sparrow ("Silent Night" - pregnancy horror), in that order.

The ones I enjoyed most were Allison's story, a creepy tale of Christmas celebrations transforming into something sinister and darker as witnessed by the teenage main character; Sparrow's awesome story of a female morgue employee spending Christmas Eve at work, unprepared for the awful night waiting her; Blaze's tale of a medieval king and his young page facing the supernatural; and Von Goth's nasty employment of the creepy child trope in her story of Irish lore and motherhood.

I highly recommend the anthology both for its unusual theme and its supreme grasp of the shadows haunting the Christmas holidays!

[Zane · Rating 5 out of 5]

“You’ll Never Sleep Again” delivers exactly what the cover promises—a raw, chilling descent into terror. The book blends psychological horror with visceral, graphic moments that hit like a punch to the gut.

The atmosphere is thick with dread from the very beginning, taking place in stark, unsettling settings that make every scene feel claustrophobic and dangerous. The author balances gore with tension, creating a story that feels both haunting and fast-paced.

If you’re a fan of extreme horror, eerie hospital or morgue settings, and stories that feel like they follow you long after you’ve closed the book, this is an absolute must-read.

Perfect for readers who want something bold, dark, and unapologetically horrifying.

[Rachel Kozelski · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very un-merry Christmas anthology for lovers of horror. This is a short, easy read to pass an (un)pleasant evening in front of a roaring fire with a glass of mulled wine.
Each story named after a Christmas Carol, they are far from joyful and festive. Each author finding a new spin for their tales of death and dismay.
Lots of fun and varied horror genres makes it an interesting collection 🎄

[Shannon Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have an affinity for Christmas, Christmas songs, and splatterpunk, then this collection is ideal for you. Each story in this collection is based on a well-known Christmas song, but with a dark twist. Notably, Kelvins and Lolly's are two stories that stood out to me.

[Donyale Mann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful stuff.
The stories from Oliver, Sparrow and Blaze were my favorite and evoked mad feelings but all of the stories in it are great.

[Jess Beedle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this read! Got as an Arc from Kelvin and Lolly

Thank you so much!
Loved all the authors involved