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Sideshow
Welcome to our Carnival Freakshow. What you see isn't always the only thing you receive.
Come for the popcorn, the show, and the animals. Stay for the Horror. We insist.
Panis Et Poenam by Alex Winck
Make My Escape by C.L. Williams
SOLD by Katie Jaarsveld
Diamonique by Samie Sands
Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel by Andrew Darlington
Stuff of Dreams by Rick Eddy
WONDERLAND by Samie Sands
The Freak by Kevin Hall
Clown in the Mirror by Katie Jaarsveld
Carnival Carnage by Samie Sands
Come for the popcorn, the show, and the animals. Stay for the Horror. We insist.
Panis Et Poenam by Alex Winck
Make My Escape by C.L. Williams
SOLD by Katie Jaarsveld
Diamonique by Samie Sands
Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel by Andrew Darlington
Stuff of Dreams by Rick Eddy
WONDERLAND by Samie Sands
The Freak by Kevin Hall
Clown in the Mirror by Katie Jaarsveld
Carnival Carnage by Samie Sands
- GenresHorrorAnthologies
192 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 28, 2018
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85 people want to read
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Samie Sands
61 books304 followersSamie Sands is the author of the AM13 Outbreak series, published by Limitless Publishing. She's also had short stories included in Amazon best selling anthologies and work featured on Wattpad.
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Displaying 1 - 25 of 25 reviews
January 29, 2019
Great collection of horror stories about carnivals, clowns and all kind of freaks. My favourites were Sold (okay, some parts were extremely violent and brutal but the rest of the story is fine) and Diamonique (what a twist, you would never have guessed who she wrote the letters to). If you like carnivals or not I can highly recommend to enter this disturbing ferris wheel for a compelling and haunting ride!
February 15, 2020
Wow, what an amazing book of creepy stories. I was hooked on a bunch of them but there were a few that seemed outside of my comprehension. Overall though, this book is amazing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 4, 2020
"Sideshow" is a mixed bag. I liked a few of the stories in this anthology. But many of them?
Not so much.
*Sigh*
I hate giving low ratings to books. As a horror writer myself, I know just how hard the writers worked on their stories. But sometimes, a book just isn't my cup of tea. :( Some of the stories just weren't interesting to read. Or they were hard to follow/understand.
But there were a few stories I enjoyed. I really liked "Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel." And the first story, "Panis Et Poenam" was really great. "Clown in the Mirror" was pretty good.
Not so much.
*Sigh*
I hate giving low ratings to books. As a horror writer myself, I know just how hard the writers worked on their stories. But sometimes, a book just isn't my cup of tea. :( Some of the stories just weren't interesting to read. Or they were hard to follow/understand.
But there were a few stories I enjoyed. I really liked "Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel." And the first story, "Panis Et Poenam" was really great. "Clown in the Mirror" was pretty good.
March 12, 2019
The one word that came to mind when reading this book was "juvenile." I kept reading in the anticipation that the next story would be just a little better than the last...alas it was not. Some of the stories were okay, but not worth the effort it took to read the rest of the them. I was excited to read the stories from the anthology compiler, but I found her story telling to be like that of a high schooler given a writing prompt.
2/5 Stars
2/5 Stars
January 25, 2019
Not worth the time
Although there are a couple of decent stories in this mishmash of words, it really doesn't make up for the wasted time to read the others. Convoluted, confused and contradictory are the only thing I can come with when I think carnivals, as it pertains to these stories. And come on...Zombies?
Although there are a couple of decent stories in this mishmash of words, it really doesn't make up for the wasted time to read the others. Convoluted, confused and contradictory are the only thing I can come with when I think carnivals, as it pertains to these stories. And come on...Zombies?
July 20, 2019
I truly dislike giving less-than-favorable reviews but I really had to force myself to finish this one. I didn't find any of the stories frightening, scary or even necessarily suspenseful. A few started out promising enough to keep me reading but even those had unsatisfying conclusions. Oh, well. At least it was a freebie from Amazon.
August 9, 2021
I really enjoyed ‘Sold’ and did like a couple other stories but…
The editing was atrocious. The number of grammatical errors in this book was unbelievable. It became so annoying that it was difficult to finish the book, even with its short length. Seriously, proofreading and editing would make a huge difference to the quality of this book.
The editing was atrocious. The number of grammatical errors in this book was unbelievable. It became so annoying that it was difficult to finish the book, even with its short length. Seriously, proofreading and editing would make a huge difference to the quality of this book.
January 24, 2019
Great stories.
Two about the circus. One talked about the freak show, & got revenge on those who hurt them. The other, a 2 headed lady, in a circus. Another story, about a deformed child. Mom signed a contract, took over sons deformaties. Other good ones too!
Two about the circus. One talked about the freak show, & got revenge on those who hurt them. The other, a 2 headed lady, in a circus. Another story, about a deformed child. Mom signed a contract, took over sons deformaties. Other good ones too!
February 11, 2019
Confusing
Some of the stories make sense and some make sense ONLY to the author and are hard to follow. Not anything I would read by choice, but worth what I paid for it which was nothing!
Some of the stories make sense and some make sense ONLY to the author and are hard to follow. Not anything I would read by choice, but worth what I paid for it which was nothing!
February 18, 2019
Every wild twist and turn had me hooked!
I was hooked when I read the first story. Each one after that brought a thrill that kept me wanting to read more. A little morbid, a little scary and a whole lot of entertaining. Just the way I like them!
I was hooked when I read the first story. Each one after that brought a thrill that kept me wanting to read more. A little morbid, a little scary and a whole lot of entertaining. Just the way I like them!
February 22, 2019
Pretty Good Anthology
There were some great stories in this collection. But there were a few not as good. I did notice a few errors, as if it could have been edited better. But for the most part it was pretty good.
There were some great stories in this collection. But there were a few not as good. I did notice a few errors, as if it could have been edited better. But for the most part it was pretty good.
November 12, 2019
Awesome scary stories!
All of these stories are awesome but I do have a favorite. I really love the one about the Tiniest Woman, it was super good! I definitely recommend reading this book, it is alot of fun!
All of these stories are awesome but I do have a favorite. I really love the one about the Tiniest Woman, it was super good! I definitely recommend reading this book, it is alot of fun!
August 7, 2020
A collection of stories which could scare you so if they do so not read at bedtime. Great selection of tales and must read
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2018
It's a great collection
Some of the stories were great and then one or 2 just wasn't for me. But overall I liked it alot I'm sure I'll be reading it again and soon
Some of the stories were great and then one or 2 just wasn't for me. But overall I liked it alot I'm sure I'll be reading it again and soon
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December 26, 2018Great book
Like that it is different from all other horror fiction. The writer really brings the story to life. Great book would definitely recommend to any horror fans
Like that it is different from all other horror fiction. The writer really brings the story to life. Great book would definitely recommend to any horror fans
March 22, 2019
Amazing
Could not put the book down. Every story was different and had u guessing what was happening in the story.
Could not put the book down. Every story was different and had u guessing what was happening in the story.
February 3, 2019
So so collection.
The stories range from fair to poor. I have never heard of these authors before, but I advise them not to quit their day jobs. Two stars for effort.
The stories range from fair to poor. I have never heard of these authors before, but I advise them not to quit their day jobs. Two stars for effort.
February 4, 2019
This was good!
April 11, 2019
Short stories
I love a good horror story and to me..a good write should be able to write a good short one on occasion..I love all of these!
I love a good horror story and to me..a good write should be able to write a good short one on occasion..I love all of these!
May 28, 2019
A lot of the stories didn’t seem fully developed.
June 7, 2019
So good.
Loved these stories. I really enjoy different short stories about life at the carnival, scary ones that is. Sideshow was just so good.
Loved these stories. I really enjoy different short stories about life at the carnival, scary ones that is. Sideshow was just so good.
November 13, 2019
Scary!
After reading these stories I don't think I'll ever sleep again. Awesome stories if you want to keep yourself up all night.
After reading these stories I don't think I'll ever sleep again. Awesome stories if you want to keep yourself up all night.
January 31, 2020
I enjoyed the stories In this book. Each is well written and grabs your interest. I would recommend reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 3, 2020
anthology of horror stories based on Carnival sideshows
December 26, 2020
It was definitely a fun read! Clowns will both terrify and entertain!
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