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Night Night
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Night A short horror story of 3600 words.
On Monday night Faye finds that her mattress is broken. She doesn’t know how it happened, it was fine the night before.
When she buys a new mattress from a backstreet bed shop, awful things she could never have imagined begin to emerge. Things that make her flesh crawl.
Can she possibly make a horrific situation work to her advantage? Or is the cosy life she was used to over for good?
Night A short horror story of 3600 words.
On Monday night Faye finds that her mattress is broken. She doesn’t know how it happened, it was fine the night before.
When she buys a new mattress from a backstreet bed shop, awful things she could never have imagined begin to emerge. Things that make her flesh crawl.
Can she possibly make a horrific situation work to her advantage? Or is the cosy life she was used to over for good?
- GenresHorrorShort Stories
14 pages, ebook
Published April 4, 2016
About the author
R.H. Dixon
13 books16 followersR. H. Dixon is a horror enthusiast who, when not escaping into the fantastical realms of fiction, lives in the northeast of England with her husband and two whippets. She is an active member of the Horror Writers Association.
When reading and writing she enjoys exploring the darknesses and weaknesses within the human psyche, and she loves good strong characters that are flawed and put through their paces. Her favourite authors include: Shirley Jackson, John Ajvide Lindqvist, Joe Hill, Ramsey Campbell, Paul Tremblay, Michelle Paver and Stephen King.
As well as reading and writing, she enjoys travelling (particularly wildlife-spotting jaunts involving bears, wolves and corvids), visiting spooky places, collecting animal skulls and drinking full-bodied red wine.
When reading and writing she enjoys exploring the darknesses and weaknesses within the human psyche, and she loves good strong characters that are flawed and put through their paces. Her favourite authors include: Shirley Jackson, John Ajvide Lindqvist, Joe Hill, Ramsey Campbell, Paul Tremblay, Michelle Paver and Stephen King.
As well as reading and writing, she enjoys travelling (particularly wildlife-spotting jaunts involving bears, wolves and corvids), visiting spooky places, collecting animal skulls and drinking full-bodied red wine.
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November 28, 2017
Very strange little tale, pretty disgusting tale of revenge! fun if you like gross in your horror tale!
Very, very fast read!!
Very, very fast read!!
July 30, 2017
❒ Amazon freebie
❒ Short story
❒ Fairly light on the horror spectrum
❒ Great ending
Overall, an okay read but the characters aren't memorable.
❒ Short story
❒ Fairly light on the horror spectrum
❒ Great ending
Overall, an okay read but the characters aren't memorable.
July 22, 2020
Say What?
Faye is so tired of her old, ugly mattress. She and hubby, Neil decides it’s time to get a new one. So...one night, after work, she goes into the new mattress shop and finds the perfect mattress...
Faye is so tired of her old, ugly mattress. She and hubby, Neil decides it’s time to get a new one. So...one night, after work, she goes into the new mattress shop and finds the perfect mattress...
February 15, 2017
I think I might have just as warped an imagination and sense of revenge as the author because I absolutely LOVED this creepy, ghoulish little tale that also centres around a theme of vengeance.
The author's talent of describing the disgusting outcome had me gagging along with the main character, itching and overwhelmed with the sudden need to change my sheets while reading in bed. Lol.
One of the best horror short stories I've read.
The author's talent of describing the disgusting outcome had me gagging along with the main character, itching and overwhelmed with the sudden need to change my sheets while reading in bed. Lol.
One of the best horror short stories I've read.
September 7, 2017
I don't know who of you have read the collection of stories by Roald Dahl, Kiss Kiss. This short story kind of reminded me of some of the tales in that collection. A pity it was so short, but well worth the read!
October 15, 2016
this book was not that good i had to stop and put it down
September 26, 2026
The story captivates the reader's interest and, with a touch more detail, could elevate its depth even further, but it effectively conveys its central themes. The characters, while not deeply developed, exhibit distinctive traits that allow us to grasp their fundamental personalities.
On a chilly Monday night, Faye discovers an unsettling surprise: her mattress has inexplicably broken. Just the evening before, it had been perfectly sound, providing her with the comfort she relied upon.
In search of a replacement, she ventures into a dimly lit backstreet bed shop, where she unwittingly opens the door to a world of horror and unimaginable revelations. As chilling truths start to unfold, a shiver runs down her spine, and she finds herself grappling with unsettling visions that haunt her thoughts.
Can Faye transform this nightmarish situation into an opportunity for empowerment, or has her previously cozy and predictable life slipped beyond her grasp for good?
The narrative is sparse in action, primarily relying on the sharp and witty exchanges between the quirky shop owner and the bewildered Faye. While the climax may not deliver traditional scares, the shocking revelation at the end is grotesque in nature—and sometimes, that jarring twist can evoke a stronger response than a series of smaller frights leading up to it.
On a chilly Monday night, Faye discovers an unsettling surprise: her mattress has inexplicably broken. Just the evening before, it had been perfectly sound, providing her with the comfort she relied upon.
In search of a replacement, she ventures into a dimly lit backstreet bed shop, where she unwittingly opens the door to a world of horror and unimaginable revelations. As chilling truths start to unfold, a shiver runs down her spine, and she finds herself grappling with unsettling visions that haunt her thoughts.
Can Faye transform this nightmarish situation into an opportunity for empowerment, or has her previously cozy and predictable life slipped beyond her grasp for good?
The narrative is sparse in action, primarily relying on the sharp and witty exchanges between the quirky shop owner and the bewildered Faye. While the climax may not deliver traditional scares, the shocking revelation at the end is grotesque in nature—and sometimes, that jarring twist can evoke a stronger response than a series of smaller frights leading up to it.
March 27, 2023
Faye discovers that her mattress is inexplicably damaged. There are springs protruding; it becomes abundantly clear that she can’t sleep on that bed.
The next day, she’s able to head over to the new bed and mattress store, Sleep Rite. A delightful lady named Maggie assists Faye in selecting the appropriate mattress, and she has Gordon deliver it the following evening.
The relief is short-lived. Faye and her husband, Neil, can’t get a good night’s sleep on this one, either. Back at Sleep Rite, Maggie is accommodating and agrees to send over a replacement.
As luck would have it, Faye spies (and hears) a truly disturbing exchange between Maggie and Gordon. It’s quite…illuminating.
Creepy, gross, and satisfying conclusion.
The next day, she’s able to head over to the new bed and mattress store, Sleep Rite. A delightful lady named Maggie assists Faye in selecting the appropriate mattress, and she has Gordon deliver it the following evening.
The relief is short-lived. Faye and her husband, Neil, can’t get a good night’s sleep on this one, either. Back at Sleep Rite, Maggie is accommodating and agrees to send over a replacement.
As luck would have it, Faye spies (and hears) a truly disturbing exchange between Maggie and Gordon. It’s quite…illuminating.
Creepy, gross, and satisfying conclusion.
July 30, 2017
A very short, yet creepy, fun read. I enjoyed this story. But now I'm all itchy! Lol. Love the revenge twist at the end! I can't help but laugh at the ending! {I just love sweet revenge stories, sigh!} Wish there was some detail on that part! Hint. Hint. Maybe a short from their POV! **keeping fingers crossed** Lol.
January 4, 2018
An intriguing beginning leads to a simple ending
I'd say I'm kinda disappointed with this short read which turned out to be even shorter due to a chapter from some novel as a half-part of the book content.
But the main cause of my disappointment is quite an intriguing beginning which led to a simple revenge ending.
I'd say I'm kinda disappointed with this short read which turned out to be even shorter due to a chapter from some novel as a half-part of the book content.
But the main cause of my disappointment is quite an intriguing beginning which led to a simple revenge ending.
November 27, 2019
I didn't have high hopes for this short story, but honestly it blew my expectations away! Its creepy, weird and had a great twist. Anyone who is a fan of horror will really enjoy this. Check it out!
June 3, 2018
An absolutely brilliant and insightful story. I found the main character completely relatable. A wonderfully created storyline and one that will definitely leave you with your mind running wild.
July 25, 2018
Yikes
This read gave me the itchies.. I was ooked out and I loved it. Well written and creepily entertaining. Looking forward to checking out more
This read gave me the itchies.. I was ooked out and I loved it. Well written and creepily entertaining. Looking forward to checking out more
October 25, 2019
Now that's some comeuppance!
October 21, 2020
Loved it...
Awesome lil short story...scary thought about mattress though lol but really good read loved it...didnt read the bonus cause didn't want to be left hanging
Awesome lil short story...scary thought about mattress though lol but really good read loved it...didnt read the bonus cause didn't want to be left hanging
January 12, 2022
Gross! Loved it!
A wonderful short horror story! I loved it. Creepy and detailed, this isn't a story for the squeamish! Highly recommended for my fellow horror lovers
A wonderful short horror story! I loved it. Creepy and detailed, this isn't a story for the squeamish! Highly recommended for my fellow horror lovers
April 13, 2023
A rather short and weird book...a little waste of time and money....not for me I'm afraid.☹️🤢😨😩
July 10, 2023
She’s a girl boss
July 18, 2024
that was def interesting
May 19, 2026
This was gross
Definitely not the best book I have read.... not scary. Swings between boring and disgusting. and five more words required... let's see. Putrid , icky,
Definitely not the best book I have read.... not scary. Swings between boring and disgusting. and five more words required... let's see. Putrid , icky,
September 26, 2026
Eww
I dont even know what I just read...this is a weird one for sure...Will be interesting to see what other weird stories this author might have to tell
I dont even know what I just read...this is a weird one for sure...Will be interesting to see what other weird stories this author might have to tell
June 18, 2016
This is an extremely short story about a couple who buy a new mattress and get more than they bargained for. I don't want to spoil it, but it's quite the read. I am glad I downloaded this free short and look forward to reading more from this author. Unlike most shorts you aren't left needing more, you knew exactly where the author was going.
February 1, 2017
I loved this short story. What's not to like? It just goes to show that if you're cheating on your significant other you might want to check the mattress before going to sleep tonight. I look forward to some more from the author.
August 10, 2017
A good read. Quick and scary.
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