A Touch Of Silence & Other Tales
A collection of ten short stories by Simon Bleaken exploring dark speculative fiction.
Bleaken curates a set of narratives that traverse multiple genres within the horror and supernatural spectrum. The text moves from mythic pasts to technological futures, creating a disjointed yet cohesive experience of dread. Each story acts as a window into different forms of terror, from divine indifference to biological horror and internal psychological collapse. The structure relies on short, impactful tales rather than a continuous plot. This approach allows the author to shift settings rapidly without losing thematic consistency. The content remains focused on darkness, secrets, and the consequences of loss. It is designed for an audience that appreciates atmospheric tension over character-driven plots.
Published in 2017 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, this work sits within the contemporary independent horror market. It bridges gothic fiction with science fiction tropes, reflecting a modern interest in blending supernatural dread with speculative technology. The book targets readers of niche horror who enjoy varied short story collections.
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Readers who prioritize atmospheric tension over character-driven plots will find significant value in this volume. It appeals to those who appreciate the disjointed yet cohesive experience of dread found across multiple horror subgenres. The collection offers a unique journey from mythic pasts to technological futures, satisfying fans of gothic atmospheres and supernatural fiction mixed with science fiction elements. Those interested in dark possibilities, shadowy secrets, and the consequences of loss will engage deeply with the text. It is designed for an audience that enjoys diverse speculative landscapes, ranging from ancient settings to distant futuristic worlds. The book provides glimpses into unknown darkness without easy resolutions, making it ideal for readers seeking bleak, intense narratives rather than lighthearted adventure.
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Simon Bleaken delivers a potent collection of ten short stories that traverse the horror and supernatural spectrum with precision. By moving from mythic pasts to technological futures, the author creates a disjointed yet cohesive experience of dread. The work excels in blending cosmic horror with psychological tension, offering varied tones within a single binding. It suits readers who enjoy gothic atmospheres and dark speculative fiction, particularly those interested in divine indifference and biological horror. The structure relies on impactful tales rather than continuous plots, allowing for rapid setting shifts without losing thematic consistency. While the content remains focused on darkness and secrets, it avoids traditional resolutions, presenting instead raw glimpses into terror. This volume is best appreciated by those who value atmospheric depth and shadowy secrets over character development.
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