Dark Christmas Tales

By James Dwyer

Five short stories taking a darker look at the Christmas period. In this time of overwhelming Xmas cheer, constant barrage of festive music & films, television filled with adverts demanding the perfect Christmas, these stories offer an alternative.

Take a break from the festivities, settle down by the fire, and read these five stories. Ideal for a cold, dark, silent Christmas night.

THE SNOWMAN
Peter is a troubled young boy, the victim of a merciless bully. The only escape is the yearly visits of his brother at Christmas. His brother won't be coming home this Christmas. Killed in action. Facing a bleak future alone, Peter has only one option left. Continue the tradition, in memory of his brother. Build The Snowman.

THE CHRISTMAS REVOLUTION
Kap is an elf working nightmare shifts in Santa's workshop. Unable to take it any more, Kap sets in motion a plan to escape from his slavery. Can he lead a revolution that will free the elves from their evil oppressor - Father Christmas?

A DOG IS FOR LIFE
A deadly new flu epidemic hits Britain. Transmitted by man's best friend. The message goes out. Kill your dog or you will die. Can Fred, a miserable old alcoholic, murder his only friend to save his own life?

THE CHRISTMAS TREE
An ancient being awakens to find itself imprisoned by an inferior race.

WINTER'S BRIDE
In a village of eternal summer, a young girl discovers the horrible price paid to keep winter at bay. Can she escape the fate chosen for her that leads only to a cold, dark future?

• Language: English
• Publisher: James Dwyer
• Release date: Nov 29, 2012
• ISBN: 9781301854578

James Dwyer

James Dwyer is an aspiring writer based on the South coast of England. Living in Poole, Dorset, James has won prizes for his short film scripts. With a passion for storytelling and writing, James hopes to one day make a living out of monsters, mystery and murder. Until then, he hopes people will enjoy reading his stories as much as he enjoys writing them. Inspiration: Ancient Greece, Mythology, Monsters, Science Fiction, Robots, Organised Crime, Insects and other creepy crawlies. Influences: Ray Bradbury, Terry Pratchett, John Steinbeck, Daphne Du Maurier, Guillermo del Toro, Park Chan Wook, Michel Gondry

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