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Beers and Fears: The Haunted Brewery
BEERS AND FEARS: THE HAUNTED BREWERY
There’s an abandoned building in northern New Jersey with a rich, haunted history. Ghosts. Demons. Monsters of all kinds. It was once an asylum for the criminally insane, a craft brewery, and most recently - a decrepit eyesore that should have been demolished years ago. A place where evil dwells. A venue that feeds on the souls of all who enter.
It’s five o’clock somewhere, but here, it’s always just after midnight. So come. Have a drink. Just don’t stay too long. Because here, there is no last call.
Beers and Fears: The Haunted Brewery consists of four interconnected novellas.
No Fortunate Son - A Vietnam veteran comes home and finds a job at the local brewery. Between the shady, backroom business dealings and the menacing visions he’s experiencing, Blaze finds himself in a fight for his sanity… and his life.
Have a Drink on Me - A barfly discovers his new favorite spot might be harboring dark secrets… and a doorway to Hell.
Alternative - A motivated business owner tries to turn a derelict spot into a thriving craft brewery, but an eerie presence aims to end his progress… and lay claim to his soul.
The Last Taproom on the Edge of the World - A journalist investigates the history of the infamous haunted brewery. Each round could be his last as he discovers the terrible truth of Bayberry Bluff.
The authors (Chuck Buda, Frank Edler, Tim Meyer, Armand Rosamilia) embark on an annual book signing tour, BEERS AND FEARS, where they visit small craft breweries to promote their books. And drink beer. Mostly to drink beer, though.
There’s an abandoned building in northern New Jersey with a rich, haunted history. Ghosts. Demons. Monsters of all kinds. It was once an asylum for the criminally insane, a craft brewery, and most recently - a decrepit eyesore that should have been demolished years ago. A place where evil dwells. A venue that feeds on the souls of all who enter.
It’s five o’clock somewhere, but here, it’s always just after midnight. So come. Have a drink. Just don’t stay too long. Because here, there is no last call.
Beers and Fears: The Haunted Brewery consists of four interconnected novellas.
No Fortunate Son - A Vietnam veteran comes home and finds a job at the local brewery. Between the shady, backroom business dealings and the menacing visions he’s experiencing, Blaze finds himself in a fight for his sanity… and his life.
Have a Drink on Me - A barfly discovers his new favorite spot might be harboring dark secrets… and a doorway to Hell.
Alternative - A motivated business owner tries to turn a derelict spot into a thriving craft brewery, but an eerie presence aims to end his progress… and lay claim to his soul.
The Last Taproom on the Edge of the World - A journalist investigates the history of the infamous haunted brewery. Each round could be his last as he discovers the terrible truth of Bayberry Bluff.
The authors (Chuck Buda, Frank Edler, Tim Meyer, Armand Rosamilia) embark on an annual book signing tour, BEERS AND FEARS, where they visit small craft breweries to promote their books. And drink beer. Mostly to drink beer, though.
145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 11, 2019
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May 14, 2019
A hoppy and perfectly crafted ale slides smoothly down your throat and creates a happy buzz. Does it really matter if there is a price to pay for such a well-balanced delight? So what if a door to hell receives your flying body while you are exploring an impossible portal? Have another ale! Nude spectres tempting you into compromising positions on a tarp-lined floor? Who cares? The taps are flowing, and you're feeling lithe. So the bar you're in was once an insane asylum. Your brain is functioning at optimal capacity, and the rest room is clearly empty. Why not stay awhile? Demons may be asking you to release them from the barroom, and the mob may be threatening you with violence, but they can wait. A brand new recipe is being prepared, and the 16 ounce can decorated in hellfire is ready to be filled. It's drinking time, and the next round is on the strangely manic bar owner. He has some stories to tell you. This mix of stories is brought to you by four talented authors who know their craft beers and their phantasms. Enjoy!
December 2, 2020
This was a strange book. There were bits I really liked here and some bits that really didn’t do anything for me - so rating this is going to be hard.
It was atmospheric from the off and we start with someone about to tell a ghost story to a writer for his new ‘non-fiction’ book. We then embark on three stories, all set at the same brewery and all true according to the narrator (although this book is fiction I hasten to add!)
Story One: This was the goriest of the three tales and quite grim but I found it a little predictable in a way and frustrating. It was also confusing because of all the visions (ghostly or drug induced or both) which made it hard to follow and it seemed quite vague in places. The result was that it just didn’t grip me as it should have done. Maybe the confusion was too much.
Story Two: This was my favourite, an odd and slightly ridiculous story but it was really interesting and had me hooked wanting to find out what and who happened next (that line makes sense if you read the book). I liked all the oddball characters and at times this was almost funny.
Story Three: Was again ok, but not amazing, a little predictable and an almost corny ending, like everyone lived happily ever after but they didn’t! Much like the first first story this one didn’t quite excite me either.
The story going on between the tales is very interesting, I enjoyed the way it flowed between each telling and the interaction between the old narrator and the younger unbelieving writer. And importantly the beer flowed well in each story linking the whole thing together (and made me thirsty! - Man I want to try the drinks that are mentioned in this book).
Overall not a bad effort but a bit up and down for me, as I said at the start some bits I really enjoyed and others I found I couldn’t work up enthusiasm for. There were some nice turns of phrases in this book and it was certainly original (for me anyway), with a fair amount of ridiculousness thrown in for good measure. The ending was a little disappointing, when I finished the book and thought about it I was left with lots of thoughts of why did so much of the stuff happen, I needed more explanation perhaps.
If you like silly ghost stories you may well like this, there was fun to be had and it kept me interested enough to keep going. Odd too is always nice. Talking of odd, my favourite quote from the book: “He looks me in the eyes and screams like a frog in a great deal of pain”.
I’m giving this a 3.5/5 and struggling to decide whether to round up or down, both seem wrong. What the hell - let’s round up to appease the demons!
4*/5
It was atmospheric from the off and we start with someone about to tell a ghost story to a writer for his new ‘non-fiction’ book. We then embark on three stories, all set at the same brewery and all true according to the narrator (although this book is fiction I hasten to add!)
Story One: This was the goriest of the three tales and quite grim but I found it a little predictable in a way and frustrating. It was also confusing because of all the visions (ghostly or drug induced or both) which made it hard to follow and it seemed quite vague in places. The result was that it just didn’t grip me as it should have done. Maybe the confusion was too much.
Story Two: This was my favourite, an odd and slightly ridiculous story but it was really interesting and had me hooked wanting to find out what and who happened next (that line makes sense if you read the book). I liked all the oddball characters and at times this was almost funny.
Story Three: Was again ok, but not amazing, a little predictable and an almost corny ending, like everyone lived happily ever after but they didn’t! Much like the first first story this one didn’t quite excite me either.
The story going on between the tales is very interesting, I enjoyed the way it flowed between each telling and the interaction between the old narrator and the younger unbelieving writer. And importantly the beer flowed well in each story linking the whole thing together (and made me thirsty! - Man I want to try the drinks that are mentioned in this book).
Overall not a bad effort but a bit up and down for me, as I said at the start some bits I really enjoyed and others I found I couldn’t work up enthusiasm for. There were some nice turns of phrases in this book and it was certainly original (for me anyway), with a fair amount of ridiculousness thrown in for good measure. The ending was a little disappointing, when I finished the book and thought about it I was left with lots of thoughts of why did so much of the stuff happen, I needed more explanation perhaps.
If you like silly ghost stories you may well like this, there was fun to be had and it kept me interested enough to keep going. Odd too is always nice. Talking of odd, my favourite quote from the book: “He looks me in the eyes and screams like a frog in a great deal of pain”.
I’m giving this a 3.5/5 and struggling to decide whether to round up or down, both seem wrong. What the hell - let’s round up to appease the demons!
4*/5
May 26, 2019
Holy New England IPA, Batman! When I saw this book on one of Tim Meyer's social media accounts, I immediately knew that I had to have it. I also knew that my husband, who taught me how to refine my palate and appreciate good beer, also very much needed it. The authors were kind enough to sign a copy and send it to me, so I also bought a copy for my better half and we proceeded to have a "hubby read" that we both thoroughly enjoyed.
This novella length anthology of haunted brewery stories is actually 3 stories within a story. I love that format! Meyer Kicks off the fun with The Last Taproom on the Edge of the World, and these interconnected stories start off swinging. Meyer sets the stage and then lets the other three contributors have fun. I adored all of the stories in this book, and by the end I still wanted another round. Perhaps the contributors will eventually write a Haunted Brewery 2 anthology. I would absolutely read it.
Speaking on my husband's behalf, mainly since he doesn't have a Goodreads account, nor does he write reviews, he said he loved it as much as I did. And we both agreed that Have a Drink on Me by Frank Edler is one of the most delightful stories we have read in quite a while. You think you know where Edler is going with this story and then he pours your beer over your head, leaving you both stunned and laughing so hard that you can't contain yourself.
Horror fans who know and love beer don't need to be told to pick this one up. You already know you need it. But I think horror fans who don't necessarily have an obsession with beer will also enjoy this one. Cheers, fellas. The next round is on me.
This novella length anthology of haunted brewery stories is actually 3 stories within a story. I love that format! Meyer Kicks off the fun with The Last Taproom on the Edge of the World, and these interconnected stories start off swinging. Meyer sets the stage and then lets the other three contributors have fun. I adored all of the stories in this book, and by the end I still wanted another round. Perhaps the contributors will eventually write a Haunted Brewery 2 anthology. I would absolutely read it.
Speaking on my husband's behalf, mainly since he doesn't have a Goodreads account, nor does he write reviews, he said he loved it as much as I did. And we both agreed that Have a Drink on Me by Frank Edler is one of the most delightful stories we have read in quite a while. You think you know where Edler is going with this story and then he pours your beer over your head, leaving you both stunned and laughing so hard that you can't contain yourself.
Horror fans who know and love beer don't need to be told to pick this one up. You already know you need it. But I think horror fans who don't necessarily have an obsession with beer will also enjoy this one. Cheers, fellas. The next round is on me.
August 7, 2020
First of all, you can't go wrong with beer and horror. IPA and terror go together like blood and guts. I had all the best Creepshow vibes as I read each tale. These are four dudes who know their horror...and their suds. Can't wait to read the next one!
January 3, 2020
Outstanding from start to finish. I really enjoyed the progression of the wraparound storyline while also devouring the individual stories within. Excellent work from four talented writers. I can’t wait for the sequel!
May 25, 2019
Chuck Buda stole my wallet.
June 7, 2019
If you like buildings with horrible histories, craft beer, demons and ghosts then this is the story for you. Another plus is you get 4 stories tied to the same brewery written by 4 talented Indie Horror writers! What more could you ask for?
All the stories center around Bayberry Bluff. It’s described as “a place of evil, a site of sin, a place that doesn’t exist in the same reality as the one we reside in.” Most people seem to avoid the place but it calls out to a certain type of individual. Whether it’s open for business or closed those that are drawn to it soon come to realize they have made a trouble mistake!
All the stories center around Bayberry Bluff. It’s described as “a place of evil, a site of sin, a place that doesn’t exist in the same reality as the one we reside in.” Most people seem to avoid the place but it calls out to a certain type of individual. Whether it’s open for business or closed those that are drawn to it soon come to realize they have made a trouble mistake!
September 4, 2019
With these four authors, I knew this would be a great book. Like many a craft beer, I liked it even more than I expected to. This anthology is actually three novellas framed within another novella that intertwines and connects the other stories. I love that! Each story focuses on a certain decade of horrors that took place in the same setting, the haunted brewery. And though each author has his own voice and style, the book as a whole flows together into one awesome story that really hits the old school horror spot. With a title like Beers and Fears, you know you're in for a fun ride, and this book over-delivers on its promise! Great job, gentlemen.
December 9, 2020
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Recommend!
December 8, 2019
So much fun!
February 22, 2025
Entertaining haunting listening 🎶🔰
This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book one of two
The author arrives for the interview so the book can be written. They travel from bar 🍸 and brewery and the fun begins. It ends badly for the author.😕
I would recommend this series and authors to readers of fantasy world 🌐 haunting adventure novels 👍🔰. 2025 😤😮
This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book one of two
The author arrives for the interview so the book can be written. They travel from bar 🍸 and brewery and the fun begins. It ends badly for the author.😕
I would recommend this series and authors to readers of fantasy world 🌐 haunting adventure novels 👍🔰. 2025 😤😮
May 19, 2019
Excellent!
Take four great writers and put them together... you get one fantastic read! These stories blend seamlessly to lead you on a fantastic journey.
Take four great writers and put them together... you get one fantastic read! These stories blend seamlessly to lead you on a fantastic journey.
September 2, 2019
Winning Brew!
"Some say it sits on the outskirts of Hell, a mystical place that resides between our world and the one veiled in shadows, where dark, dangerous things lurk. They say it's a place where anything can happen, and anything does."--not something commonly said along with a locally craft brew, but this collection pulls it off, and pulls it off well. Who doesn't want beer and horror combined? A++ for originality. Another A++ for talent and the perfect meshing of talents. “But to tell the tales, we'll first need beer.” This, friends, is a MUST Halloween Read!
"Some say it sits on the outskirts of Hell, a mystical place that resides between our world and the one veiled in shadows, where dark, dangerous things lurk. They say it's a place where anything can happen, and anything does."--not something commonly said along with a locally craft brew, but this collection pulls it off, and pulls it off well. Who doesn't want beer and horror combined? A++ for originality. Another A++ for talent and the perfect meshing of talents. “But to tell the tales, we'll first need beer.” This, friends, is a MUST Halloween Read!
May 30, 2021
I didn't actually think I was going to enjoy this book, but it was fun. More a 3.5 than a 4, but I liked three of the four stories, and it confirmed some things about Mary Lou Retton I have believed since I was 10.
May 23, 2020
This is an absurdly, fun group of seemingly short stories within a larger story. I haven't considered if you could read each story independently, but I can attest that they are much better when read as a whole book. Each story is takes place, as the title indicates, in a haunted brewery. And you don't even have to be a beer drinker to enjoy it!
It's delightfully crude and gross. It spends time pulling at the heartstrings of the battle of good & evil. The evil are truly evil and the good, well they might not be all that good. This book is simply funny, a bit scary, and all sorts of ridiculous fun.
It's delightfully crude and gross. It spends time pulling at the heartstrings of the battle of good & evil. The evil are truly evil and the good, well they might not be all that good. This book is simply funny, a bit scary, and all sorts of ridiculous fun.
August 6, 2019
What do you get when you put four beer loving horror authors together? No, not 4 drunk authors....lol.You get a book filled with horrific tales that will have you thinking about that next beer. These tales take place in a run down, abandoned brewery where chilling and horrible events have taken place. When something doesn't feel right or you have a feeling of something being way off, listen to your instincts and run. This is a must read for any fan of the horror genre who enjoy great stories.
October 19, 2022
What the actual.... hell. I guess that is appropriate. XD This was so weird, but I also couldn't stop reading despite feeling quite sick at times due to the descriptions, especially that first story in the brewery. NOPE. But the second was quite good. And the third was interesting. And how it all came together (because before and in between we go back to the now and even end with that) was also very nicely done. Still cannot rate it higher than a 2.5 stars because it was quite a disturbing read, sometimes just a bit too much for me.
October 21, 2022
It was well written, but not my cup of tea when it came to the plot.
May 21, 2020
A twisted read of four stories all linked to one brewery over the years. Each tale is it's own gem of disturbance and flavor much like the film Four Rooms, all take place in one location and yet all are very different. Sit back, take a pull off a pint, and cheers!
August 3, 2024
This is a unique book that sets 3 stories (or4 if you count the entire book) around a bar. The individual stories are independent of the others but tied to the others in the book. It is great. Definitely spooky.
August 23, 2019
fun read
November 17, 2021
I kind of expected better. I mean there is so much potential here. The architecture of the book really works. The stories have a lot going for them... but then they just don't make it to great. For a couple of the stories the graphic sex stuff destroys the haunted, demonic horror. Turns it just into smut, which dumbs it down a lot. But the middle story is super ridiculous and done in such a unique and fun way - its top notch humor and horror and whatever it is, it's a very good read. Easily "Have a Drink On Me" by Edler is the best. And it's ridiculous and going to stick in my memory awhile.
Definitely strongly R-rated. Loved the concept more than the execution. Am somewhat on the fence about the "book 2."
Definitely strongly R-rated. Loved the concept more than the execution. Am somewhat on the fence about the "book 2."
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