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Hayle Coven Novels

I’m an international, multiple award-winning author with a passion for the voices in my head. As a singer, songwriter, independent filmmaker and improv teacher and performer, my life has always been about creating and sharing what I create with others. Now that my dream to write for a living is a reality, with over a hundred titles in happy publication and no end in sight, I live in beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, with my giant cats, pug overlord and overlady and my Gypsy Vanner gelding, Fynn. ***WORLD'S BEST STORY2014*** Her mom's a witch. Her dad's a demon. And she just wants to be ordinary. I batted at the curl of smoke drifting off the tip of my candle and tried not to sneeze. My heavy velvet cloak fell in oppressive, suffocating folds in the closed space of the ceremony chamber, the cowl trapping the annoying bits of puff I missed. I hated the way my eyes burned and teared, an almost constant distraction. Not that I didn't welcome the distraction, to be honest. Anything to take my mind from what went on around me. Being part of a demon raising is way less exciting than it sounds. Sydlynn Hayle's teen life couldn't be more complicated. Trying to please her coven is all a fantasy while the adventure of starting over in a new town and fending off a bully cheerleader who hates her are just the beginning of her troubles. What to do when delicious football hero Brad Peters--boyfriend of her cheer nemesis--shows interest? If only the darkly yummy witch, Quaid Moromond, didn't make it so difficult for her to focus on fitting in with the normal kids despite her paranormal, witchcraft laced home life. Add to that her crazy grandmother's constant escapes driving her family to the brink and Syd's between a rock and a coven site. Forced to take on power she doesn't want to protect a coven who blames her for everything, only she can save her family's magic. If her family's distrust doesn't destroy her first.
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What are the characteristics of great short horror novels?
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2024-10-25 12:40
Great short horror novels often have a strong sense of atmosphere. They can quickly draw the reader into a world of fear. For example, in 'The Yellow Wallpaper', the description of the wallpaper and the room sets a very claustrophobic and spooky mood. Another characteristic is the use of unexpected twists. In 'The Monkey's Paw', the wishes turn out in the most horrifying ways. Also, they usually have a memorable antagonist or source of horror, like the vampire in 'Carmilla'.
Call for horror short stories: What makes a great horror short story?
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2024-11-10 08:23
One key element is a strong and unexpected twist. It can turn the whole story on its head and leave the reader with a sense of shock. Another is the use of vivid and disturbing imagery. Describing a grotesque monster or a blood - soaked scene can send shivers down the reader's spine. Also, a good horror short story builds tension gradually. It starts with a little unease and then ramps up to full - blown terror, like a slowly tightening noose around the reader's neck.
Can you recommend some great short horror novels?
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2024-11-21 03:14
One great short horror novel is 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It's a disturbing tale of a woman's descent into madness. Another is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. The narrator's obsession and guilt are palpable. Also, 'The Monkey's Paw' by W.W. Jacobs is excellent. It shows how a simple wish - granting object can bring great horror.
Examples of Great Titles for Short Horror Stories
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2024-11-16 16:09
Some good examples are 'The Call from the Abyss'. It gives a feeling of something unknown and menacing lurking in a deep, dark place. Just from the title, you can start to imagine a story where the protagonist receives a strange call that leads to horror.
How to write a great horror short story?
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2024-10-11 15:40
Well, for a great horror short story, come up with an original concept. Build suspense gradually and introduce elements of mystery. Make the characters relatable but also vulnerable. And don't forget to play with the reader's expectations!
How to write a great short horror story?
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2024-10-11 04:51
Well, first, come up with a unique and terrifying idea. Then, focus on creating a spooky atmosphere. Make your characters relatable but also vulnerable. And don't forget to have a climactic ending that leaves a lasting impact.
How to write a great short horror story?
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2024-10-01 11:29
To write a great short horror story, think of a terrifying situation that hasn't been done before. Use short, sharp sentences to build up the fear. And make sure your ending is unexpected and leaves a lasting impression.
What makes a short story a great horror short story?
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2024-11-29 23:15
A great horror short story often has an atmosphere of dread. For example, in 'The Call of Cthulhu' by H.P. Lovecraft, the descriptions of the unknown and the ancient evil create a sense of impending doom. It also has a strong and relatable protagonist. If the reader can identify with the character's fear, it makes the horror more effective.
What are the characteristics of a great collection of horror short stories?
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2024-12-03 10:29
One characteristic is the element of surprise. Great horror short stories often have unexpected endings or plot twists that shock the reader. For instance, in Shirley Jackson's stories, you never quite know what's going to happen until the very end.
What are some great short horror fictions to read?
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2024-11-04 02:42
Well, 'The Call of Cthulhu' by H.P. Lovecraft is an excellent short horror fiction. Lovecraft's unique style of creating cosmic horror is really captivating. Then there's Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery', which is disturbing in its normal - setting - turned - nightmarish scenario. Also, 'The Masque of the Red Death' by Poe has a great gothic horror feel to it.
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