Horsefly

by Aron Beauregard

CAREFUL, SHE BITES!Zach and LeeAnn have agreed to an unorthodox adventure. They plan on meeting with some open-minded friends in an isolated forest and testing the foundation of their relationship. But unbeknownst to them, their romantic bond isn’t the only thing that will be challenged. The monstrosity lurking in the woods will test their courage, resilience, and will to survive.

Fueled by steroids, infected with a lab-conjured disease, and hampered by bizarre side-effects, the horsefly roams. A fiery internal rage and insatiable lust for blood control her every move. But while the horsefly tries to work through her bodily changes, she is haunted by existential questions. Why was she chosen to usher forth the evolution of her species? And why does her addictive urge to slaughter and feast push her far beyond the spectrum of her appetite?

Horsefly is an Immersive Entertainment Experience. It contains over 11 minutes of complementary animated video and 15 interior illustrations. The videos are designed to give the reader a window into some of the book’s nastiest scenes.


This book contains graphic content. Reader discretion is advised.

Genres: Horror, Splatterpunk, Summer

185 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 1, 2026

About the author

Aron Beauregard was born and raised in Central Falls, Rhode Island. He's been writing horror since the 6th grade and has now released over 25 books. An avid supporter of horror art and illustration, Aron has made it his standard to hire illustrators for every book that he puts out under his brand AB Horror.

His writing is dark and without boundaries. Known for creating a stir, his work has gone viral on several occasions. He's won the Splatterpunk Award twice after garnering four total nominations. As an independent artist, Beauregard's book "Playground" has achieved #1 Bestseller status under the category of horror on both Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Additionally, his work has been translated to multiple languages.

To get the latest updates about upcoming releases, signed books and merchandise, film news, and so much more, visit his website:

www.ABHorror.com

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Reviews

[Dead Inside · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Brain fog, fatigue, severe agitation, psycho-sexual behavior, vomiting, diarrhea, spontaneous aggressive actions, and enough irregular pain-spells that any person with half a brain would most certainly be motivated to seek out preventive treatment than be sandbagged with such ailments.”

4.5 ⭐️

This book was very good and the QR codes that go along with the story are a fantastic addition, I wish that it was longer.

[Corrina Morse · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Buzzzzzzzzz for Horsefly is real! 🪰💚

Nefarious goings on at a secluded cabin retreat, turn into a blood soaked buzzkill!!

I absolutely loved the immersive experience of Benjamin, with the QR codes scattered strategically throughout the story, they were utterly chilling, beautifully gory and completely enhanced the reading experience. So as you can imagine, I was dead excited for Horsefly, especially when I discovered it too contained the same immersive additions....and suffice to say, I was not disappointed.

This is true Beauregard style, it grabs you right outta the starting gates and flows right in with the gross, disgusting, gory, darkly humorous prose, and the sense of anticipation I've come to know and love.

The short, sharp chapters had me racing through, devouring the story in just two sittings! Absolutely unputdownable!

If you think an annoying Horsefly buzzing and biting in your ear is bad, just imagine one pumped up on steroids, full of rage and intent on destruction. Brutal, bloody, savage and remorseless destruction. Destruction to all living creatures! And with a passionate bloodlust to boot!

The animations for this one were a lot of fun! And I really enjoyed getting the Horsefly's POV.

Wild! An absolute ton of fun!! A real blast!!
But wait a minute, was that a happy ending? Well, kinda.... 😉😂

And the final animation....wow!!

"Feeling ****'s death tremors as he vibrated atop him like an eager stripper giving a lap dance..."

"..its serrated mandible cutting through *****'s midsection like a poop-knife through diarrhea. “

[Matty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Horsefly is a slasher in woods story in Aron Beauregard fashion. Zach and Leeann, high school sweethearts, are contemplating marriage but have never been with anyone else. To test their relationship they head into the woods to join a group of people offering a relaxing experimental weekend. At the same time a horsefly escapes a corporations lab that was almost ready to unleash a sinister plan that would impact all of humanity.

It is a funny, bloody, gory, gross read with Vimeo videos as you read along, offering an immersive reading experience. Fun, fast paced, unique take on the slasher trope.

[Charlene (Char) ❤︎ ❀˖° ❤︎ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well damn!

This book is a no holds barred horror that Aron is famous for. The book was full of gore, horror and some humor. I decided I was going to do Immersive reading with the book. Best decision ever between the audio and the reading it was a perfect blend. Plus QR codes with the videos made it way better.

This book starts with an experiment gone wrong with a horsefly. Let’s just say when this horsefly is near you want to be far away. This horsefly is full of range and an insatiable appetite for murder. LeeAnn and Zach decided they were going to have a peaceful weekend with some “friends”. Little did they know this would become a fight for survival.

I would highly recommend this book definitely a read to remember plus the blood scenes I’ll definitely be having nightmares. One thing about Aron he gonna gross you out. Plus I absolutely love the pictures in his books! I get a visual to the madness.

[Klaus Kinion · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aron Beauregard’s HORSEFLY is a grotesque multimedia masterpiece! A B-movie creature feature from an extreme horror A-lister, full of glowing green ooze, depraved sex, and an escaped lab experiment so twisted that it would make Jeff Goldblum say “Uhh”.

This book contains QR codes to animations which show another angle to the story, and it makes for a really unique experience. Also I listened to the audiobook for this one, and Chuck Brugee makes fly buzzing sounds…5 stars.

[Diana | Indie Book Addict · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's been a minute since I read anything by AB. When this one released, I was all over it. The cover is amazing, the story is great and it even includes QR codes to view animations which was cool and unique.

Nothing screams b movie horror quite like a huge horsefly that is out for blood and will stop at nothing to get it. This book is jam packed with gore, depravity and some characters that you will love to see go down. AB did an amazing job with the setting, the story, everything really! Someone needs to pick this up and make it into a film. Highly recommend to those that love creature features and b movie horror.

[Rachael · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Aron kills it!!

I listened to this one overnight at work last night. Chuck Brugee is a master!! Aron you 100% made the right choice in Mr. Brugee!! Even the buzzing sounds. 😂😂😂 This was so much fun to listen to. I didn't do the codes to watch the videos but I plan on buying the book and rereading it with the codes. Just like Benjamin, the videos add so much to the experience of the book.

If you can, listen to this one!!!

Happy Reading and Splatter On.....

[RoseDevoursBooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, folks, if you’re looking for a creature feature this summer that’s equal parts disgusting and hilarious, complete with unraveling relationships, over-the-top horror, and a horsefly having what can only be described as an existential crisis, then buzz on over and grab a copy of Horsefly!

Creature horror is one of my favorite subgenres, especially when it leans into that unapologetic B-horror energy. Here, we get a monstrous horsefly enhanced by Disease X, turning it into an absolute nightmare. A giant fly that feeds on its victims while leaving behind trails of brown sludge? Revolting. Ridiculous. Completely entertaining. Some scenes genuinely tested my stomach, and I mean that as a compliment.

One of the coolest and most unique features of the book has to be the QR codes. There are three in total, providing over 11 minutes of animated content tied to scenes from the story. I’ve never encountered anything like that in a novel before, and I LOVED it. It added another layer of fun to the reading experience. And for horror lovers who enjoy visual extras, the book includes 15 delightfully vile illustrations that perfectly complement the story’s gruesome atmosphere. If you’re thinking about picking this one up, I’d definitely recommend the deluxe hardcover edition with its dual-cover (dust jacket and hard case). It looks AWESOME on my shelf.

What really surprised me, was how much I enjoyed getting chapters from the horsefly’s POV. Yes, the fly. Somehow Beauregard makes it work, and those moments ended up being some of my favorites!

Overall, I had an absolute blast with this book, I flew right through it. The characters felt well-developed, the gore was disturbing in all the right ways, the horsefly was easily my favorite character, and the ending stuck the landing. I can’t wait to read more by Beauregard, highly recommend!!

[Ali O · Rating 5 out of 5]

Horsefly by Aaron Beauregard
Narrated by Chuck Brugee
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟(4.5 rounded up)
When a romantic outing turns into horrors, Zac and LeeAnn are trapped in for an adventure they didn’t want!
The horsefly creature is one I would never want to encounter!

I listened to the audio and it is a super fun listen!! It’s a quick read and it definitely sucked me in right away!

There’s also QR codes you can scan for some entertaining videos to watch along the way.

*Check out this entertaining book and go for the audio version!!**
🪰🪰🪰🪰🪰

[Elle G. Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whenever I'm in the mood for a gory and gross horror novel, I pick up a book by Aron Beauregard. He just always hits the spot when it comes to these types of novels! This was a fun one and perfect for summer as a lot of it takes place outside and we all know that's where we find those pesky horseflies! Anyway, I enjoyed this one. It's a little silly and over the top but fun for horror lovers!

[Rowland Bercy Jr. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aron Beauregard does it again! As someone who has an unhealthy love for creature features, this one was pretty much an instant buy for me. Giant murderous horsefly? Say less. If you give me a choice between another masked slasher and an oversized nightmare insect ruining everyone's day, I'm picking the bug every single time 🪰...

It's gory, ridiculous, and never forgets that horror is allowed to have fun. Reading it felt like someone crossed a splatterpunk novel with a B-movie creature flick and then cranked the dial until it snapped off...

Also... I will never complain about mosquitoes again. Horseflies have officially been promoted from annoying insect, to absolutely not...

I've got the hardcover of Horsefly too, mainly because that cover is absolutely incredible and deserved a spot in my collection. As if the book itself wasn't entertaining enough, I scanned the QR codes throughout the book and unlocked a series of short videos that added a whole new level of fun and immersion to an already wild, unforgettable story...

[J Mazurek · Rating 3 out of 5]

a giant mutant horsefly escapes a laboratory and takes its bloodlust out on an unsuspecting group of swingers at an isolated cabin. yes, this is exactly how it sounds and it was fun as fuck. I wanted to give aron beauregard another chance after the slob, and while there is still obviously offensive content (it’s extreme horror) this was a lot more campy, funny, and seriously entertaining. it reads like the shittiest b-horror movie you’ve ever seen, and the QR code animations were super funny and amusing. a silly stupid fun creature feature!

[Darlene Day · Rating 5 out of 5]

“It ain’t about the p*ssy . . . It’s about the t*tties.”
This book was equal parts wtf and hilarious.
Hilarious because it was actually funny or because it was so outlandish?
The world will never know.
But this book was the perfect splatterpunk entry level addition. Not super disgusting and traumatizing.
Gross and violent but not nightmare worthy.
Worthy of a good ol “oh ew *gag*”
Also it’s not hyper sexual. Yes there is some talk about boobs and a little bit of necrophilia but it’s just a little bit.😅
Honestly wouldn’t mind there being a part 2 to this.
I’d read it.

[LilithNeverEve · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you're a splatterpunk fan looking for something inventive and over the top, this one is definitely worth checking out.

This story follows a bioengineered fly that escapes from a laboratory, unleashing absolute chaos. From there, the madness only escalates, with one gruesome, bizarre, and unforgettable scene after another.

One of my favorite parts was the inclusion of QR codes throughout the book. You can scan them to watch scenes that correspond to the story, which made for a really unique and interactive reading experience.

Expect plenty of gore, blood, body horror, and graphic details. It's disgusting in all the ways a good splatterpunk novel should be, and it's clear the author had a lot of fun pushing the limits.

If extreme horror and splatterpunk are your thing, I'd absolutely recommend giving this one a read.

[Ange G · Rating 5 out of 5]

I went into this book with zero expectations and I’m glad I did. This was so much fun!!! So fucked up!!! We love it!!! A book based on a giant horsefly that grows rapidly from being experimented on and in turn she (the horsefly) ends up killing humans due to a godly experiment of her own??? That’s so ✨cunty✨ take down the patriarchy queen!! Slay the house down boots momma horsefly!!!
Also shoutout to Nocturne Books in Calgary AB for recommending this book, yall are the GOAT.

[Amanda Fiddler · Rating 3 out of 5]

The interactive part is super cool. The videos were fun. I kinda giggled at them (except the last one).
The last video of the book really changed it up and honestly is why the lower rating. The rest of the book is a solid 4 but because of that last video, it really took away from the story honestly.

[Khiara Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Imagine smoking laced weed, then watching a giant horsefly unalive THEN eat someone's brain in front of you, leaving you to wonder if you're too stoned or if it was actually real.

Another fucked up banger from Aron 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[Book Wyrm · Rating 4.25 out of 5]

The mixed media for sure added a charm to it, I really enjoyed this!

[Jessica Mays · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a blast to read! I love the all the different stories taking place at once. Vile deaths, gore, shit, vomit....aron always writes such interesting and disgusting stuff the videos were such a great addition to the story! The last video was bleak as hell. Loved this one

[Paige Ray · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one was a blast! It's equally parts funny as it is gory. The horsefly's POV had me dying laughing throughout. The videos were absolutely insane. This was a really fun, immersive and fast-paced read that takes slasher horror to an entirely different level.

[ARTISAN · Rating 5 out of 5]

Horsefly was a fun creature feature that brought the darkness of splatterpunk to the hilarious and fun nature of B-Horror together perfectly. I adored this book and found that as I often say, the character work is top notch when it comes to Beauregard's work. That married with the absolute insanity of the story's delicate balance of dark humor and genuinely brutally dark scenes. I had a blast listening to this and the implementation of videos was next level. I know there's a filmmaker inside of AB that's screaming to come out and absolutely annihilate everyone's senses. Definitely a must read from 2026 and a good time all around!

[Honey Dy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Creature Feature, Over the top body horror...Hooked me

We follow our main characters Zach and LeeAnn, who've been together since they were young into a remote cabin in the woods with friends who they met while hanging at a swingers club.

Hoping to try something new in their relationship, they do an experiment to test how far their relationship can go before breaking.

It all starts off pretty harmless but when they encounter a gigantic predatory horsefly out for blood it turns into a tale of survival...becuse this horselfy is no ordinary horsefly, and with its enhancement with steroids, and infected with a laboratory-created disease, they're driven by an overwhelming thirst for blood.

First of all Aron, what a perfect blend of creature horror gore and dark humour. This is something you're well known for, and bring in the fast pace, and added chaos? Its the absolute perfect recipe for mayhem.

Second of all, what pure and utter creative genius of Aron to further enhance our reading experience by providing various illustrations AND animated content (just by scanning a QR code), bringing some of the most shocking scenes to life. Trust me, these scenes are not only shocking, they're traumatic, especially horseplay 😔😢

Been a huge fan of Aron's work ever since I read Wedding Day Massacre, playground 1 & 2, Cuckoo and scary bastard, and now I'm a huge fan of his creature feature, over the top body horror. I had an absolute blast!

[slumpeer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like playground, I managed to binge this book and finish it a bit over an hour. I’ll start by saying it intrigued me cause of the whole horsefly, and he’s really good at creative concepts. The set up is good, opening is good, and the main two are likeable.

It does have its gripes. Gay dude dies first, and Aron loves killing babies and kids… which can work done correctly! The boy killed by the fly was good… milk miscarriage scene? A bit much.

I did like the humans getting infected bit but it also took away from some horsefly action, ya know. Like if ur killing an unborn baby have the fly eat the fetus, right?

Also the fly defecating as it feeds is introduced first chapter, at first I thought it was a bit much but it added to like the terror of it all. Cause it’s like scary and fucking gross. But other than one scene we don’t really get anymore diarrhea talk which sucks cause I think more could’ve had me sick!

Overall his writing is solid here and the plot is fun! I think he did a good amount with the gimmick he chose but I would’ve liked some more grotesque kills (I liked Austin’s death and when the fly would throw the bodies) I’m pretty impressed with the flow and lack of plot holes of this book compared to his older stuff, nice to see his improvement

The barcodes are also intriguing for sure!

[E.A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I checked out this book at the recommendation of @gavins.stabbin.reviews. It did not disappoint! If you love cheesy horror sci-fi movies (especially those on the Syfy channel), then this novella is for you!

The plot involves a giant, bloodthirsty horsefly and a swingers' weekend at a cabin in the woods. What could go wrong? For the reader, nothing! For the characters, well, let's just say it isn't the romantic weekend they were hoping for.

The author, @aronbeauregardhorror, warns readers at the beginning of the audiobook that this book would be disgusting... it was. There is a lot of gore, including some weeping pus and necrophilia. Would it be weird to say it was also so gory that it was, at times, comical? (But in a good way?) You know, like when the bad CG shark in a Syfy movie chomps down on a victim and blood goes flying everywhere, even onto the camera lens? I want to watch the movie based on this book. So, can someone make that happen, please? Thanks in advance!

I would definitely recommend this fast, nauseatingly good read.

[Becki 🤎 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Horsefly 🪰

We all know by now that Aron is one of my ultimate fav authors so of course I had to read his newest release!! I actually listened to this on audible with my other half on a road trip to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Zach & Lee-Ann have been together ever since school. Lee-Ann is a little worried that they’ve missed out on experiences with only being with each other so they decide on a getaway with other couples to a remote cabin where they can all have no strings attached fun together

Things go off from the very first night, instead of harmless fun & spicing up their sex life they’re met with sketchy people that have more sinister motives!

And if that’s not bad enough there’s also a giant killer horsefly on the loose that’s blood thirsty & cannot get enough!!

This was so much fun 🤣 it had the gore, the shock factor & the dark humour that AB is known for! The fly’s POV was not expected 😅 but those QR code visuals…

WOW they elevated it to an unimaginable gorefest level!!

Another great read from Beauregard as always! I’m loving the added animated content to his most recent books! Even with Audible it gives you the QR codes so watching the videos play out between the scenes is definitely a unique experience when it comes to reading! 👏🏼

I don’t have a copy for my bookshelf yet but hopefully il get one soon for my special collection 🤎

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Check those triggers!! 🤎

[Goose_Go_Honk Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Horsefly by Aron Beauregard

This book was like a blast to the past with B-Horror books like titles such as The Slugs by Shaun Hutson.

Aron really kept this one a fast pace moving story but still giving us some good character building. I truly loved this one for a few reasons such as the atmosphere giving us an isolated horror feel to it with some characters you love and hate. I was quite found of the character named Milk.

The story follows a couple named Zach and LeeAnn through this ride of a creature feature and by the end of it the Horsefly is definitely monster of carnage.

This is definitely a strong creature horror from Aron, I would definitely say give this one a read if you haven’t read any of his work. From start to end this book is satisfying to read for lovers of insect horror and people who want carnage ridden gore ride.

Descriptiveness: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Gore: 5/5
Characters: 5/5

Total: 5/5

[Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

What on earth did I just read? Horsefly is one of the most bizarre, over-the-top horror novels I've come across in years—and I mean that as a compliment. Aron Beauregard throws subtlety out the window and embraces pure, unfiltered madness from start to finish. The premise alone is gloriously insane, but somehow it works. Mutations, blood-soaked mayhem, grotesque body horror, and a creature that is as tragic as she is terrifying—it all comes together in a fever dream of splatter horror. The illustrations and animated extras only add to the immersive experience. This certainly isn't a book for everyone, but if you're a fan of extreme horror that dares to be outrageous, weird, and unapologetically excessive, you'll probably have as much fun as I did. Absolutely bonkers. Completely weird. Wonderfully entertaining. Highly recommended. This is different, my friends!

[Kylee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never in my life did I think I would be terrified of a horsefly; I stand incredibly corrected. While this was nowhere near as gory as it could've been I'm not upset about it. This honestly caused me distress in a humorous way, because I'm sorry? A giant mutation HORESEFLY!? No, absolutely not. Her and her little legion of babies spreading this shitty infection just so captain shithead can make a quick buck off a vaccine? Way to go dumbass you caused a whole pandemic you can't cash in on since you thought it was a good idea to make a deadly horsefly that becomes self-aware. Be advised there are some more unsavory bits. 10/10 highly recommend

This was written out of nothing but pure love, sarcasm and an appreciation for pitch black humor.

[Nick Brinkley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was an incredible time!! It feels like a classic B Horror creature with tons of blood, guts , and brutality but also adding a great story that was engaging that will keep you wanting more, as well as a lot of depth when it comes to our characters and you still get some of that classic AB shock! Also this being an immersive splatterpunk novel with QR codes throughout the story taking you to short animated videos to enhance the story with some amazing visuals and it was such a cool experience. Definitely a must read for any splatterpunk/extreme horror reader

[Nicola (deathandthemacabre) · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

This was my first immersive experience when it comes to books. There are illustrations and QR codes throughout linking you to videos of scenes in the book. I really enjoyed this. It was almost like a video game where you're playing as the Horsefly itself.

I'm not usually into creature feature books, but with it being AB's new book, I had to give it a go. It's full of gore, guts, and depravity, and I had a lot of fun reading it. It's funny, super creative, and full of characters I hate, so I'm glad they're ripped apart by a bloodthirsty bug 😂