Looking Backward in Darkness: Tales of Fantasy and Horror

By Kathryn Ptacek

These nineteen intriguing fantasy and horror tales challenge the very heart and soul of the reader. From unhappy husbands and beleaguered wives, to those individuals living completely on their own, these hard-edged and gritty psychological gems present life--and death--on the edge. Whatever the outcome, there's always a price to be paid... Among the stories included are: "Three, Four, Shut the Door," "Bruja," "The Grotto," "Hair," "The Home," "Snow," and "Each Night, Each Year." First-rate supernatural fiction by a masterful storyteller.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Wildside Press
• Release date: Jul 29, 2013
• ISBN: 9781479409563

Kathryn Ptacek

Kathryn Ptacek is the wife of the late novelist Charles L. Grant. A prolific writer in several fields she has written seven historical romances (as Kathryn Atwood & Kathleen Maxwell), three fantasy novels (as Kathryn Grant), one satiric creature novel (under the house name Les Simon), and six contemporary horror novels under her own name. Her short story, “Each Night, Each Year” was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award in 1990. She has also edited four anthologies (two horror and two western) featuring women writers. She now lives in New Jersey and edits both the Horror Writers Association Newsletter and the Gila Queen Market Report for horror writers.

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