Seven Story Magazine

A catalogue of all Dark Fantasy and Horror stories by America’s darkest minds.

  • Road Rager (Jill Nelson)

    Road Rager (Jill Nelson)

    Road Rage is a dangerous thing, especially when life is already kicking you while you’re down. For this character, life kicked them straight into the grave. . .

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  • The Christmas Box (Jill Nelson)

    Christmas is supposed to be a cheerful time of year, right? Well, let’s just say this Christmas Halloween is making a special appearance!

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  • Christmas with the Smiths (Jill Nelson)

    Beth and Mark embark on a road trip to meet his family for Christmas. While sharing stories, Beth becomes annoyed with Mark’s constant laughter, despite feeling chemistry with him. Their arrival at the cabin brings an unexpected horror when they discover Mark’s family—five skeletons—sitting at the dining table.

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  • Christmas In the Woods (Jill Nelson)

    What better way to spend Christmas than having your car break down in the NC mountains? Well, let’s ask Jared Miller. . .

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  • Gen F (Bill Walthall)

    Gen F (Bill Walthall)

    Mrs. Goodman, a weary kindergarten teacher, faces chaos in her classroom as students exhibit alarming behavior post-pandemic. While barricaded in a closet, she contemplates her impending retirement without her late husband. The escalating violence results in a terrifying encounter with a former student, leading her to confront her deep-seated anxieties and fears of societal decline.

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  • Postaje Senka (Ella)

    Postaje Senka (Ella)

    Death is inevitable, like the seasons of time, winter approaches without fault. Face it or suffer. Read “Postaje Senka” by Ella.

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  • The Muck (Roy T. Berreth) (Seven Story Magazine)

    The Muck is a gruesome, gnarly tale of sacrifice and hope. In wake of a torn world, even after everything you’ve lost, family is all you’ve got.

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