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When Darkness Hides: A Collection of Bone-Chilling Short Stories
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From the author of Omah, Devil's Den and The Reaping , the latter two of which were top ten finalists in Inkshares Mystery and Horror contest, comes a gripping new book of short stories full of great thrills. A collection of short stories surrounding everything from Bigfoot, Werewolves, Aliens, Ghosts, Skinwalkers, Witches, Haunted Houses, and more. The majority of the stories take place from the 1930's to 1980's. For readers of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Frank Peretti, and Ted Dekker.
"I really enjoyed this book. The plot grew with an intense "who dun it" while surprising me with a twist I didn't anticipate. It's a great read in good vs. evil. You will find yourself questioning the validity of each character." - Happy Amazon Customer review for Devil's Den
"Randall is a great storyteller!!! I’ve bought and read all of his books. You want a page-turner and a great story give him a try! You won't be disappointed!!!" - Marybeth L
"Awesome read! Once you start it’s hard to put down! The way he tells the story keeps you captivated throughout the entire book." Tammy P review for Devil's Den
"Mr. Lane writes with the eloquence of a storyteller. Deep, profound and superbly imaginative." - Mark M
"This is not a book that I would have normally read, but I went to a reading by the author and was mesmerized by his incredible skill at drawing you in with sensational detail. I was right there in the story and was spellbound by this affecting and powerful book! The writing is excellent, the story is compelling and the book has a message that touches your soul, one you will not forget! Looking forward to more from Randall Lane! I give the Devil’s Den five big stars!" - Marie B
"I really enjoyed this book. The plot grew with an intense "who dun it" while surprising me with a twist I didn't anticipate. It's a great read in good vs. evil. You will find yourself questioning the validity of each character." - Happy Amazon Customer review for Devil's Den
"Randall is a great storyteller!!! I’ve bought and read all of his books. You want a page-turner and a great story give him a try! You won't be disappointed!!!" - Marybeth L
"Awesome read! Once you start it’s hard to put down! The way he tells the story keeps you captivated throughout the entire book." Tammy P review for Devil's Den
"Mr. Lane writes with the eloquence of a storyteller. Deep, profound and superbly imaginative." - Mark M
"This is not a book that I would have normally read, but I went to a reading by the author and was mesmerized by his incredible skill at drawing you in with sensational detail. I was right there in the story and was spellbound by this affecting and powerful book! The writing is excellent, the story is compelling and the book has a message that touches your soul, one you will not forget! Looking forward to more from Randall Lane! I give the Devil’s Den five big stars!" - Marie B
From the author of Omah, Devil's Den and The Reaping , the latter two of which were top ten finalists in Inkshares Mystery and Horror contest, comes a gripping new book of short stories full of great thrills. A collection of short stories surrounding everything from Bigfoot, Werewolves, Aliens, Ghosts, Skinwalkers, Witches, Haunted Houses, and more. The majority of the stories take place from the 1930's to 1980's. For readers of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Frank Peretti, and Ted Dekker.
"I really enjoyed this book. The plot grew with an intense "who dun it" while surprising me with a twist I didn't anticipate. It's a great read in good vs. evil. You will find yourself questioning the validity of each character." - Happy Amazon Customer review for Devil's Den
"Randall is a great storyteller!!! I’ve bought and read all of his books. You want a page-turner and a great story give him a try! You won't be disappointed!!!" - Marybeth L
"Awesome read! Once you start it’s hard to put down! The way he tells the story keeps you captivated throughout the entire book." Tammy P review for Devil's Den
"Mr. Lane writes with the eloquence of a storyteller. Deep, profound and superbly imaginative." - Mark M
"This is not a book that I would have normally read, but I went to a reading by the author and was mesmerized by his incredible skill at drawing you in with sensational detail. I was right there in the story and was spellbound by this affecting and powerful book! The writing is excellent, the story is compelling and the book has a message that touches your soul, one you will not forget! Looking forward to more from Randall Lane! I give the Devil’s Den five big stars!" - Marie B
"I really enjoyed this book. The plot grew with an intense "who dun it" while surprising me with a twist I didn't anticipate. It's a great read in good vs. evil. You will find yourself questioning the validity of each character." - Happy Amazon Customer review for Devil's Den
"Randall is a great storyteller!!! I’ve bought and read all of his books. You want a page-turner and a great story give him a try! You won't be disappointed!!!" - Marybeth L
"Awesome read! Once you start it’s hard to put down! The way he tells the story keeps you captivated throughout the entire book." Tammy P review for Devil's Den
"Mr. Lane writes with the eloquence of a storyteller. Deep, profound and superbly imaginative." - Mark M
"This is not a book that I would have normally read, but I went to a reading by the author and was mesmerized by his incredible skill at drawing you in with sensational detail. I was right there in the story and was spellbound by this affecting and powerful book! The writing is excellent, the story is compelling and the book has a message that touches your soul, one you will not forget! Looking forward to more from Randall Lane! I give the Devil’s Den five big stars!" - Marie B
249 pages, Paperback
Published October 19, 2019
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About the author
Randall Lane
73 books6 followersHey y’all, I’m Randall Lane.
I write horror, mystery, and suspense stories rooted in small towns, back roads, and the kind of places where secrets have a way of surviving longer than the people who keep them.
I grew up in South Carolina, where the woods feel closer, the nights feel longer, and stories—especially the unsettling ones—have a way of sticking with you. Like a lot of readers my age, I cut my teeth on Goosebumps, but it was a chance discovery of a novel titled “Monster” by Frank Peretti about a creature lurking in the woods that truly changed everything for me. I found it on a Walmart shelf when I was ten years old, thought the cover looked cool, and ended up reading it cover to cover more times than I can count. That was the moment I realized stories could be terrifying, mysterious, and impossible to put down all at once.
More than a decade later, I took the leap into writing fiction myself—and I’ve never looked back.
The stories I tell focus on ordinary people forced to confront the unexplained, the unseen, and the things that refuse to stay buried. I care deeply about character, atmosphere, and the slow burn of dread that creeps in when something feels off long before it turns deadly. My work is influenced by authors like Stephen King, C.J. Box, James Lee Burke, Frank Peretti, Ted Dekker, and Steven James—writers who understand that the most frightening stories are often grounded in familiar places and flawed, relatable people.
When I’m not writing, you’ll usually find me saltwater fishing, watching Braves or Coastal Carolina baseball, or cooking up seafood or gumbo with classic rock playing in the background. I’m an old soul at heart, and that sense of nostalgia and place tends to find its way into my stories whether I plan it or not. Along the way, I continue to sharpen my craft while pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at the University of New Orleans—an experience that’s deepened both my storytelling and my love for the written word.
If you enjoy character-driven horror, Southern Gothic mystery, and suspense that lingers long after the final page, I invite you to step into my books and see where the story takes you. I’m glad you’re here—and I hope you’ll stick around for the journey.
To stay up to date with my writing journey, you can find me on Instagram by searching:
randall_lane31
Or Facebook and YouTube by searching "Randall Lane Fiction"
All the best,
Randall Lane
I write horror, mystery, and suspense stories rooted in small towns, back roads, and the kind of places where secrets have a way of surviving longer than the people who keep them.
I grew up in South Carolina, where the woods feel closer, the nights feel longer, and stories—especially the unsettling ones—have a way of sticking with you. Like a lot of readers my age, I cut my teeth on Goosebumps, but it was a chance discovery of a novel titled “Monster” by Frank Peretti about a creature lurking in the woods that truly changed everything for me. I found it on a Walmart shelf when I was ten years old, thought the cover looked cool, and ended up reading it cover to cover more times than I can count. That was the moment I realized stories could be terrifying, mysterious, and impossible to put down all at once.
More than a decade later, I took the leap into writing fiction myself—and I’ve never looked back.
The stories I tell focus on ordinary people forced to confront the unexplained, the unseen, and the things that refuse to stay buried. I care deeply about character, atmosphere, and the slow burn of dread that creeps in when something feels off long before it turns deadly. My work is influenced by authors like Stephen King, C.J. Box, James Lee Burke, Frank Peretti, Ted Dekker, and Steven James—writers who understand that the most frightening stories are often grounded in familiar places and flawed, relatable people.
When I’m not writing, you’ll usually find me saltwater fishing, watching Braves or Coastal Carolina baseball, or cooking up seafood or gumbo with classic rock playing in the background. I’m an old soul at heart, and that sense of nostalgia and place tends to find its way into my stories whether I plan it or not. Along the way, I continue to sharpen my craft while pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at the University of New Orleans—an experience that’s deepened both my storytelling and my love for the written word.
If you enjoy character-driven horror, Southern Gothic mystery, and suspense that lingers long after the final page, I invite you to step into my books and see where the story takes you. I’m glad you’re here—and I hope you’ll stick around for the journey.
To stay up to date with my writing journey, you can find me on Instagram by searching:
randall_lane31
Or Facebook and YouTube by searching "Randall Lane Fiction"
All the best,
Randall Lane
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