Just a Little Terrible: A collection of terrifying flash fiction

by Vincent V. Cava, Defne Güçer (Editor)

Just a little…

Haunting – These tomes of terror will stay with you long after you put your book down and go to bed for the evening. They’ve been known to burrow themselves into a reader’s imagination and are capable of warping dreams into twisted, unspeakable nightmares.

Just a little…

Unique – These aren’t your standard horror stories. Don’t think this collection will include tales of haunted mansions, or blood sucking vampires. Expect one-of-a-kind takes on every gothic ghoul and hideous monster you read about in this book.

Just a little…

Frightening – Prepare yourself for some of the most chilling flash fiction ever penned. The mad genius, Vincent V. Cava, has done it again with the latest entry in his creepy catalogue. Do yourself a favor and leave the lights on when you read it.

Just A Little…Terrible

Genres: Horror, Short Stories, Fiction, Anthologies

98 pages, Paperback

First published March 27, 2015

About the author

Vincent V. Cava is a horror author from Los Angeles.

Reviews

[Zain · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great collection of short, suspenseful stories, that will expertly allow you to experience excellence! So don’t dawdle!

Grab your copy today.

[David Caldwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

This collection of flash fiction horror tales isn't bad. It just isn't that good either. Flash fiction, for those that don't know, is very short short stories. The author limited himself to only 1000 words for these tales. The tales are not badly written, but most of them are just not original. They are tales that have been told before, or at least ones very similar to them have been told. If they aren't old material than they just weren't scary.

While I didn't find anything really memorable or outstanding in this volume, it was well written. Therefore, I would consider reading more writings by the author. But I would probably go with longer works where he could make the story more of his own. I would rate the collection 2.65 stars.

[Arie Antonia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I gave this book 3 stars because although the description would lead you to believe that the book was terrifying or scary it wasnt. The stories were good and i enjoyed most of them they just were not scary.

[Zain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent!

A great collection of short, suspenseful stories that will expertly allow you to experience excellence! Don’t dawdle. Grab your copy today.

[Rob Sharp · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not really my thing at all. I've never read any flash fiction before. The author mentions why he writes them, but I don;t think the super-short story is for me. just not enough to get into. That said, I did enjoy he very first story, but then found the others all followed too similar a structure, short setup then twist in final sentence or so. Maybe this is just what flash-fiction is?

[Laronza Wiley-moore · Rating 4 out of 5]

stories are 1,000 words or less and I really enjoyed them. Some were predictable but it was a great read on my break.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved that these stories were quite short but had enough information to make the story seem complete. Most of the stories had last minute, very surprising endings. A few had endings that you might realize a paragraph before the end. There were only 2 stories that I didn't care for. They were "What Would You Do?" and "She Knew". I feel the rest were exception and there were about 18 or 20 stories. I recommend this book which I would have given 5 stars if it weren't for the two that I didn't like. They were very short.

[Jim Glover · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick creepy read

I absolutely loved this book. It was a quick read with stories that are short but packed with great horror. Surprisingly well written also. Some actually have a little bit of humor in them. I actually laughed out loud at a couple. Makes me wonder how demented I am lol. But seriously if you enjoy good short horror stories this is a gem.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

A few of these definitely creeped me out!! Super short stories,read in under two minutes a piece. Each one gave me chills however I wish it wasn't a mix of murder and paranormal stories. That's why I'm giving it three stars, keep them separate.

[L. Shosty · Rating 2 out of 5]

A few legitimate scares, but the stories are clearly being written with an eye towards brevity instead of the author letting them reach honest conclusions. The clear stand-out is "It Was Ellen's Face", which is both brief and a complete narrative.

[Keith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone a gem

Great to read short stories, all less than 1000 words. There are really some crackers in there and the ones that aren’t, are brilliant all the same. Really enjoyed reading this.

[Sheila · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is my first time reading a collection of flash fiction horror tales. I liked it it was pretty good and they are short, some needed to be longer others were pretty good the way it ended. I would be looking forward to reading more of this author.

[MS M I MASSEY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clever stories

Excellent book. Clever stories and endings. Well worth reading and look forward to more in the future. Go for it.

[Desley (Cat fosterer) · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the first book of flash fiction I have read, there was a mix of stories. I like the concept of flash fiction, but can only read it in certain circumstances.

[jody scheppmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

Good stories a few with surprise endings ! I watched horror movies growing up with my dad...some of these would be awesome movies

[Amanda · Rating 2 out of 5]

The title says it all. 1-2 page stories about various situations of terror. I think the YA audience would enjoy it.

[Cher riley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Totally cool and creepy!

Love the stories and love the ideas. A great fun ,scary read. Can't wait to read more of this writer!

[Alicia R Amarok · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant

Beautifully crafted stories. Couldn't stop reading once I started. Can't wait to read more from this author. Thanks for the good reads!

[Emily Ramsay · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice collection of 16 short stories described as a collection of terrifying flash fiction. Nothing terrifying but half of them were good stories.

[Trina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading each and every one of these stories. I will look for other books by this author.

[Chris Kenyon · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book was more than just a little terrible. What a disappointment.

[Jeanine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very clever stories..

[Holli · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok

The stories while enjoyable did leave a little something to be desired. But they were easy to follow. So that's a plus.

[Jim Melvin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick but spooky

These stores come at you one after another. At first you think, what? But later you have trouble sleeping. They are that spooky.

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

sixteen tales of terror.

[Samantha Silver · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recommend for dark sense of humor

I found these short stories very amusing. Seems to be cruel with some humor so seems like my mind is kinda messed up like this authors

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this, which surpriaed me as o usually struggle with short stories. But this flash fiction anthology was just right. my favourites were Grave Digger, The Stranger's Debt and A Novice Killer.

[rebecca lou · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very enjoyable little read

I really enjoyed these mini stories, it was a good sample of how brilliant this writer is. I'm looking forward to reading their longer works!

[Sandra Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best short horror tales I have ever read!

These are short, smart and to the point! You do not see what is coming. A great mixture of horror and funny.

[Wesley Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good stories

A unique collection of stories. Some were good, others were outstanding and very original. Creepy. Gross. Shocking. Disturbing.
Lovely writing and a fast pace tied the stories together nicely.