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Dark Shadows: Vampires and Ghosts of New Orleans (An Authors on a Train Short Story Collection)
Vampires and ghosts lurk in the dark shadows of New Orleans. Join us on a journey through the historic French Quarter where the spirits of the dead linger just beyond the reach of the living. Five mysterious and thrilling stories from ten authors guaranteed to send a chill up your spine.
Dark Shadows represents the culmination of the “Authors on a Train” experience led by Zach Bohannon and J. Thorn—a writers’ retreat beginning with an overnight train ride from Chicago to New Orleans and ending with a five-day residence in the French Quarter where authors collaborated on stories inspired by the history and culture of the Crescent City.
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Dark Shadows represents the culmination of the “Authors on a Train” experience led by Zach Bohannon and J. Thorn—a writers’ retreat beginning with an overnight train ride from Chicago to New Orleans and ending with a five-day residence in the French Quarter where authors collaborated on stories inspired by the history and culture of the Crescent City.
For more information visit authorsonatrain.com
196 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 31, 2018
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Kim Petersen
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Kim Petersen is a USA Today Bestselling and Award-winning author of the new Blood Legends series, The Ascended Angels Chronicles. She is co-author of Creative Writing Energy: Tools to Access Your Higher-Creative Mind and the Stone the Crows series.
Her debut novel, Millie’s Angel received a gold award in the 2017 Dan Poynter’s Global eBook Awards.
Kim Petersen is a USA Today Bestselling and Award-winning author of the new Blood Legends series, The Ascended Angels Chronicles. She is co-author of Creative Writing Energy: Tools to Access Your Higher-Creative Mind and the Stone the Crows series.
Her debut novel, Millie’s Angel received a gold award in the 2017 Dan Poynter’s Global eBook Awards.
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June 7, 2024
**Vampires and Ghosts Haunt the French Quarter in 'Dark Shadows'**
'Dark Shadows' is a thrilling anthology that transports readers to the atmospheric streets of New Orleans, where vampires and ghosts lurk in the shadows. Ten talented authors have collaborated to weave five spine-tingling tales guaranteed to send chills down your spine.
The stories in 'Dark Shadows' are as diverse as the city they're set in. From the vengeful spirit of a Voodoo queen to a vampire who stalks the French Quarter's hidden alleys, each tale immerses readers in a world of supernatural suspense.
The authors' vivid descriptions bring New Orleans' unique culture and history to life. From the vibrant jazz clubs to the eerie cemeteries, readers will feel like they're walking through the streets of the Crescent City, surrounded by the restless spirits that haunt its past.
'Dark Shadows' is not for the faint of heart. The stories are expertly crafted to evoke fear and unease, with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. However, the anthology also showcases the power of storytelling, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, hope can prevail.
One of the standout stories is 'The Voodoo Queen's Curse' by Zach Bohannon and J. Thorn. This tale of a vengeful spirit seeking retribution is both terrifying and heartbreaking, showcasing the authors' ability to blend the supernatural with raw human emotion.
Another highlight is 'The Vampire of the French Quarter' by David Wellington. This atmospheric and suspenseful story follows a vampire who preys on the city's unsuspecting victims, demonstrating the author's mastery of the horror genre.
'Dark Shadows' is a must-read for fans of supernatural thrillers and anyone fascinated by New Orleans' rich and haunted history. The anthology is a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring appeal of stories that explore the darkness that lurks just beyond our reach.
'Dark Shadows' is a thrilling anthology that transports readers to the atmospheric streets of New Orleans, where vampires and ghosts lurk in the shadows. Ten talented authors have collaborated to weave five spine-tingling tales guaranteed to send chills down your spine.
The stories in 'Dark Shadows' are as diverse as the city they're set in. From the vengeful spirit of a Voodoo queen to a vampire who stalks the French Quarter's hidden alleys, each tale immerses readers in a world of supernatural suspense.
The authors' vivid descriptions bring New Orleans' unique culture and history to life. From the vibrant jazz clubs to the eerie cemeteries, readers will feel like they're walking through the streets of the Crescent City, surrounded by the restless spirits that haunt its past.
'Dark Shadows' is not for the faint of heart. The stories are expertly crafted to evoke fear and unease, with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. However, the anthology also showcases the power of storytelling, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, hope can prevail.
One of the standout stories is 'The Voodoo Queen's Curse' by Zach Bohannon and J. Thorn. This tale of a vengeful spirit seeking retribution is both terrifying and heartbreaking, showcasing the authors' ability to blend the supernatural with raw human emotion.
Another highlight is 'The Vampire of the French Quarter' by David Wellington. This atmospheric and suspenseful story follows a vampire who preys on the city's unsuspecting victims, demonstrating the author's mastery of the horror genre.
'Dark Shadows' is a must-read for fans of supernatural thrillers and anyone fascinated by New Orleans' rich and haunted history. The anthology is a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring appeal of stories that explore the darkness that lurks just beyond our reach.
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September 6, 2018
Dark Shadows: Vampires and Ghosts of New Orleans by J. Thorn, Zach Bohannon, et al., is a collection of five paranormal stories written as a collaboration between two of these authors.
Jay and Zack kidnapped a group of authors and held them prisoner on a train racing across North America. They couldn't leave until they finished a spooky story about New Orleans. Apparently, it worked. Here is what it's all about.
Voodo Child - A teenage cancer patient in a New Orleans hospital finds a possible paranormal escape from her disease.
The Casket Girls - A post-Apocalyptic tale from the Wizards of the Apocalypse. A group of young women survivors band together for mutual protection and hope at escape from a flooded New Orleans.
Phoenix - The Ghost in the Machine solves her own murder in this tale of paranormal cyberpunk.
The Amulet - An ghostly accident victim turns to her husband's ex-girlfriend for help in preventing an impending disaster.
Blood Magic - A young woman inherits an old New Orleans mansion with a surprising cast of characters and a little trouble left over from the previous owner.
It's refreshing to find such compact spookiness in these short mysteries of ghosts, vampires, witches, and New Orleans humidity. Every story was the right length, held the right amount of paranormal surprises, and had a satisfying ending. Highly recommended. Read it and enjoy.
Jay and Zack kidnapped a group of authors and held them prisoner on a train racing across North America. They couldn't leave until they finished a spooky story about New Orleans. Apparently, it worked. Here is what it's all about.
Voodo Child - A teenage cancer patient in a New Orleans hospital finds a possible paranormal escape from her disease.
The Casket Girls - A post-Apocalyptic tale from the Wizards of the Apocalypse. A group of young women survivors band together for mutual protection and hope at escape from a flooded New Orleans.
Phoenix - The Ghost in the Machine solves her own murder in this tale of paranormal cyberpunk.
The Amulet - An ghostly accident victim turns to her husband's ex-girlfriend for help in preventing an impending disaster.
Blood Magic - A young woman inherits an old New Orleans mansion with a surprising cast of characters and a little trouble left over from the previous owner.
It's refreshing to find such compact spookiness in these short mysteries of ghosts, vampires, witches, and New Orleans humidity. Every story was the right length, held the right amount of paranormal surprises, and had a satisfying ending. Highly recommended. Read it and enjoy.
February 2, 2018
The Book is a set of 5 stories set in the French quarter's of New Orlean's all are short paranormal type stories. I have only read one at this stage.
"The Amulet" by Kim Petersen and Shirley Hartnett, I am very familiar with Kim Petersen's work to which I read and enjoyed her books in the past. The other author is unknown to me, in saying all that I did find the book a little bit different to Kim Petersen's other works. But that is to be expected when you have 2 authors working together, as this was a short story I felt it was missing some information that might have ingrossed me more with the overall feeling of this story. But in saying all that I did enjoy the story very much for a quick read.
This story is about saving the world from the realm of the dead and finding the Blood Pearl Amulet before the dead come back to cause chaos in the world. Full of ghosts, witches, witch doctors, a voodoo priestess, the pragtige opoffering(the chosen one), a grieving husband and a lovesick ex-girlfriend.
The other stories in this book are:
Voodoo Child
The Casket Girls
Phoenix
Blood Magic
I was given an ARC copy of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review of what I have read.
"The Amulet" by Kim Petersen and Shirley Hartnett, I am very familiar with Kim Petersen's work to which I read and enjoyed her books in the past. The other author is unknown to me, in saying all that I did find the book a little bit different to Kim Petersen's other works. But that is to be expected when you have 2 authors working together, as this was a short story I felt it was missing some information that might have ingrossed me more with the overall feeling of this story. But in saying all that I did enjoy the story very much for a quick read.
This story is about saving the world from the realm of the dead and finding the Blood Pearl Amulet before the dead come back to cause chaos in the world. Full of ghosts, witches, witch doctors, a voodoo priestess, the pragtige opoffering(the chosen one), a grieving husband and a lovesick ex-girlfriend.
The other stories in this book are:
Voodoo Child
The Casket Girls
Phoenix
Blood Magic
I was given an ARC copy of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review of what I have read.
February 23, 2018
If you are looking for a bunch of amazing short paranormal/thriller stories then you've come to the right place! This ghoulish compilation from the "Authors on a Train" has a bit of everything. The fact that it's set in good old New Orleans is just the cherry on top. I loved the intro where the authors capture their journey into this collaboration excursion. The tales themselves are fun and enticing! I couldn't put the book down. I read it cover to cover in a single go. I won't give anything away, just know that the stories were clearly well though out and the characters vibrant on the page! Seriously take a chance and see what these authors have pulled together from a weekend get away.
I received an Arc and have voluntarily left this review!
I received an Arc and have voluntarily left this review!
February 12, 2018
This was such an amazing set of books. They are short but have so much more to offer than most short stories. I found them to be a unique find because they bordered between mystery and down right creepy. Like a bad wreck or picture you can’t stop looking at because you want to see what happens but you also want to close your eyes at the same time!
I received an ARC and voluntarily reviewed with my honest opinion.
I received an ARC and voluntarily reviewed with my honest opinion.
February 5, 2018
While I did not totally finish this book as it was really not what I am used to reading. The stories were very well written and cohesive. As much as I wanted to make myself like the book, I just couldn't. Nothing to do with the book itself, just my taste. As I said it was a great book.
February 3, 2018
The stories were well written, and they were absolutely seamless. had I not read they were collaborations, I would never have guessed! The stories were great quick reads.
February 5, 2018
Unbelievable collection of short stories to make your day. Each one was fantastic.
March 20, 2018
I intriguing and spellbinding!
Intriguing and spellbinding! I always enjoy this Author.
I also agree to give an honest review for an advanced copy.
Intriguing and spellbinding! I always enjoy this Author.
I also agree to give an honest review for an advanced copy.
February 13, 2018
Excellent short stories of New Orleans and its long history of things in the shadows. A perfect book for short reads and I was a bit scared. I rarely get scared!
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