ELDRITCH TALES - Issue 22 - 1990: When the Bad Thing Comes; Fruit Candy; Nestled; Long Cold Winter; Out with the Old; Brother Endle; 2000 Enemies; The Guest; Night Train; Bonsai; Return of the 50s Sci-Fi Movie; Deadmom; Into the Lair of the Snow Beast

In this captivating collection, Crispin Burnham weaves a tapestry of eerie narratives, taking readers on a rollercoaster ride through the fantastical and the chilling. Each story dances on the edge of reality, where the ordinary meets the extraordinary. From the sinister undertones in “When the Bad Thing Comes” to the nostalgic echoes of a bygone era in “Return of the 50s Sci-Fi Movie,” the variety is both refreshing and unsettling.

As pages turn, readers find themselves exploring bizarre terrains, like the surreal sweetness in “Fruit Candy” or the haunting depths of relationships in “Deadmom.” Burnham’s ability to blend whimsical elements with darker themes keeps the suspense tight. Whether tackling fear, loss, or the uncanny, he invites us to confront what lurks beneath the surface.

With titles like “Night Train” and “Into the Lair of the Snow Beast,” the stories promise surprises at every corner. This collection isn't just about monsters lurking in the shadows—it's about the humanity that exists even in the most surreal situations. Prepare for a journey that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining, where every twist leaves readers pondering long after the last page.