Sanitarium Issue #7: Sanitarium Magazine #7 (2013)

Barry Skelhorn compiles a collection of short horror fiction in Sanitarium Issue 7. This volume gathers tales that explore psychological dread and supernatural terror. The stories range from body horror to apocalyptic scenarios, offering readers varied perspectives on fear. Contributors include Philip Roberts, whose story Beneath the Flesh examines visceral terror. W. B. Stickel presents Chapelure, while Anthony Camarillo writes Eyes Like Rivers. Miracle Austin contributes Last Pass, and David. W. Landrum offers Leviticus. Richard Thomas brings Bringing In the Sheaves to the pages. Raymond Esposito writes A Run up the Stairs, and Faith Marlow provides The Temporal Doorway. Rachel Tsoumbakos concludes with Zombie Apocalypse Now!. The issue also contains interviews with Mark Tufo and Richard Thomas. Skelhorn curates these works to create a cohesive experience of unease. This book suits readers who enjoy concise narratives that deliver immediate shocks. It may not appeal to those seeking long-form novels or slow-burn character development. The collection functions as a series of isolated nightmares rather than a unified plot. Readers will find distinct voices and styles within the pages. Each story stands alone, allowing for quick consumption during brief moments of downtime. The variety of authors ensures that the tone shifts frequently, preventing monotony. This approach keeps the reader engaged through constant novelty and surprise. The inclusion of interviews adds context to the creative process behind the fiction.