This amazing collection contains all stories from Volumes 4-6 of If I Die Before I The Better Off Dead Series . Enjoy stories of nightmare monsters, the otherworldly and undead, and the dark deep. The Better Off Dead series delves into the farthest corners of your mind, where your deepest, darkest fears lurk. These masters of horror will haunt your dreams and stalk your nightmares, taking you to the edge of sanity before pushing you to the brink of madness! Contains stories by John S. Aissis, David A. Anthony, Brian Asman, Frank Beghin, Barry Charman, Richard Clive, Matthew R. Davis, Marco Etheridge, Kevin M. Folliard, Elana Gomel, Scott Harper, LP Hernandez, Henry Herz, Andrew Hughes, Constantine E. Kiousis, Renee M.P.T. Kray, Red Lagoe, Jeremy Megargee, Scotty Milder, S.R. Miller, G. Nicholas Miranda, Bridgett Nelson, Hannah O’Doom, Steven Pajak, David Rider, R.E. Sargent, Sandra Stephens, Kristal Stittle, Steven Streeter, and Mike Sullivan.
R.E. Sargent, the author of Relative Terror, One-Star Review and the Fury series, lives in Oregon with his wife, Sandi and their two fur children, Mason, a Bernese Mountain Dog, and Riley, a Chocolate Lab.
Born in California, R.E. spent most of his life living and working in Arizona, where he met his wife. Between them, they raised four sons. Talk about a lot of testosterone in the house!
An avid reader, R.E. fell in love with books when he was a child and the bug never went away. It was his love for the written word--and his admiration for authors such as Dean Koontz, Stephen King, Gregory Mcdonald, Paul Gallico, Donald Westlake and Roald Dahl--that persuaded him to write novels himself. Currently, he is working on the latest novel in the Fury - Scorned series.
When not working or writing, R.E. and his wife enjoy making trips to the coast and taking in the ocean air. Life doesn't get much better than watching the waves crash on the shore as the sun sets below the horizon. Well, maybe one of those drinks with the little umbrellas would make it better. You know what I mean, right?
Fantastic collection of stories ranging from slasher to creature to deep sea to supernatural.
My favorites from the collection were:
1. The Magenta Room by Jeremy Megargee
Childhood nostalgia takes a dark turn when someone decides to seek out the set of one of their favorite children's shows, The Magenta Room. They're quick to learn that sometimes, the secrets of show business are better left off screen. I loved how immersive the descriptions were in this one. Very easy to get lost in the creepy atmosphere. Easily my favorite of the collection.
2. The Growth by Sandra Stephens
Body horror at its finest. Beautiful and haunting story of the horrors of a fungal growth gone too far.
3. Pressurized by Andrew Hughes
A classic story of man versus beast. Loved the very desperate undertone of every page. I rooted for Carmelo right up until the end. Very suspenseful!
Highly recommended for all fans of horror! Loved the narration as well.