Hex-periments

by Keith Anthony Baird (Contributor), C.J. Tudor (Foreword), Ross Jeffery (Contributor)

When dark science and mal-intent splice with the otherworldly, such hex-periments emerge from their embryonic state to unleash horror on an unsuspecting world.

These fourteen tales explore the consequences of man's intervention when propelled by a dark agenda. This charity anthology is engineered to bring exposure to its contributors and provide funding to help support the homeless. The proceeds from each sale go directly to that cause.

Authors who gave their creativity are as follows:

KEITH ANTHONY BAIRD - ROSS JEFFERY - EYGLO KARLSDOTTIR

PAUL KANE - TRACY FAHEY - KEV HARRISON - VILLIMEY MIST

DENIS BUSHLATOV - DEMI-LOUISE BLACKBURN - DAVE JEFFERY

SARAH J HUNTINGTON - WILLIAM MEIKLE - ANTHONY SELF

DAVID SODERGREN - C J TUDOR

So, read on, and slip into the coils of the nightmares within...

Genres: Horror, Anthologies, Short Stories

287 pages, Paperback

First published December 9, 2021

Reviews

[Sarah Huntington · Rating 5 out of 5]

I need to mention that I do have a story in this amazing anthology, obviously, I did not read my own because it's rubbish. I'm just kidding (I hope ;) )
So this review is for everyone else's stories.
Dark bio-tech anthology is the theme. A person could literally go wild with the concept, and everyone did. The stories are all very different but do stick to the theme really well. There are so many interpretations and amazing ideas that it's a wonder this book doesn't actually bite.
I read a story every evening and more than a few gave me genuine chills.
From nature taking revenge, experiments going wrong, evil forces being unleashed, and humanity acting far too late.
Some of the stories are as dark as they come, some are scary, but all are extremely special. There is magic in this book. Tales that will make you stop and think deeply and stories that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.
And of course, the book is for charity and also has a brilliant foreword by the insanely talented C.J Tudor.
Truly, you cannot call yourself a fan of horror if this book is missing from your shelf.

[Annabelle Chambers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. Not a dudd story in it. You get trees after revenge, spells gone wrong, experiments gone wrong and a fungus thing from another dimension wiping the world out. I wasn't sure this was my thing but it was

[Adam Hulse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible Collection

The only downside of this anthology is that it is impossible to pick a favourite story. Every one was a pleasure to read whether it be darkly mischievous or wonderfully poignant. The concept brought out the best in those authors I had read before while I have found a clutch of new writers who's work I will be seeking out immediately.

[Elliot J Harper · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful anthology of dark, sci-fi which focuses on biotech. Due to those parameters, the writers find ways to innovate their stories and come in hard with the weird and strange. Keith and Ross have done a great job putting this book together, and it’s for a worthy cause. Read this book.

[Jayanne Rahal · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dark biotech anthology with all the makings of a great short horror story collection. I was pleased to recognise some author names but even more pleased to collect a bunch more recommendations for writers I haven’t had the pleasure to read! Not one of these stories was a dud: some shone more than others for me (Those Damn Trees, The Great Withering, The Kelp, What the Waves Return, Born Of A Barbed Wire Womb) but all had something individual to bring and fit the theme well.

I love that the proceeds of this go to charity and I really enjoyed the mini blurbs surrounding each author at the end of the stories. Looking forward to adding many budding books to my list from this!

[Kathy K · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my cup of tea, but interesting nonetheless. Some stories were stellar, some, not so much. The main focus is creature horror where some entity is grown from an experiment gone awry. The gross factor is high with this one.

[ZenWhisperReader · Rating 5 out of 5]

The idea of giving proceeds of this book is a very commendable act and for that I have rated this book highly in regards to that but there are some very fascinating tales involved as well.
The children that have characteristics of plants was one of my favorite and I would like to see it developed more and into a full story. It was left slightly open ended and I would love to see how Mother Nature gave back her just deserts!
The Kelp was a great way to end the book with taking a dab at the ever popular cosmic tales of Cthulhu.
I recommend picking this up and giving back to a great cause and I want to thank all the Authors, publishers, etc involved.

[Kirsty Mills · Rating 3 out of 5]

All good stories, some 4* some 3* all with the same theme. Easy reading but some were a little too similar to stand out. I'd gladly pick up a book by any of these authors.

[Yvonne (the putrid Shelf) · Rating 3 out of 5]

A collection of short stories from some of the best in horror. Unfortunately sub genre just wasn't my cup of tea but I did throughly enjoy some of them - David Sodergren, Ross Jeffery to name a few.

[Nikki in Niagara · Rating 4 out of 5]

A gripping anthology of stories themed around experiments. While the majority are based on scientific experiments, other are more vague such as the one that involves a witch trying black magic for the first time. I highly enjoyed almost all the stories with only a few being less than stellar.

[Anthony Self · Rating 5 out of 5]

I may be a little biased, as one of my stories is in the collection, but Hex-Periments is a rare breed of a short story collection, in that every story is exceptional, both in technical prowess and engagement. You'll be lucky to find another anthology that has as much gore, suspense, thrills and entertainment.

[Charlie Piermattei · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is my first anthology read. Some stories were better than others, but overall I feel like anthologies are tough because you really are not able to see character development and all plots feel rushed in a sense.