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Growing Things and Other Stories

Growing Things and Other Stories

HorrorShort Stories
Pages
368
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

Paul Tremblay, a master of modern horror, delivers a chilling collection of short stories in "Growing Things and Other Stories." These tales explore the dark corners of the human psyche and the unsettling nature of the everyday. Prepare for a journey into the uncanny where ordinary life takes a terrifying turn.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

DarkTenseCreepyAtmospheric

Genres

Horror Short Stories

About the author

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Paul Tremblay

Paul Tremblay is an American author and editor of horror, dark fantasy and science fiction. Born in Aurora, Colorado, and raised in Massachusetts, he studied at Providence College and earned a master's degree in mathematics from the University of Vermont, then taught high school mathematics for many years. His novels include A Head Full of Ghosts, which won the Bram Stoker Award, Disappearance at Devil's Rock, The Cabin at the End of the World (adapted as the 2023 film Knock at the Cabin), Survi...

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does "Growing Things and Other Stories" connect to Paul Tremblay's other novels?

    Several stories in this collection expand on or provide background for events and characters found in Tremblay's novels, offering deeper insight into his interconnected fictional world. Readers familiar with his longer works will recognize certain elements and references.

  • What makes this short story collection unique compared to other horror anthologies?

    The collection features a strong thematic consistency, with many stories exploring the unsettling nature of domesticity and the insidious ways horror can manifest in everyday life. It often blurs the lines between psychological dread and supernatural occurrences, creating a distinct atmosphere.

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