About It Haunts the Mind: and Other Stories
Nick Roberts delves into the darkest corners of the soul, where horror meets raw emotion.
Dive into the chilling depths of the human psyche with Nick Roberts, the acclaimed author behind bestsellers like The Exorcist’s House and Anathema. Presenting a collection of fifteen tales, It Haunts the Mind masterfully weaves horror with raw emotion, leaving an indelible mark on the reader’s soul.
From the malevolent presence in “Sally Under the Bed” and the eponymous “It Haunts the Mind” to the raw brutality of “The Noose” and “The Bitter End,” Roberts showcases his unparalleled ability to terrify. Yet, it’s not just supernatural dread that lurks in these pages. Stories like “Thanks for Sharing” and “The Weeping Wind” delve into the very real horrors of addiction and grief, while “The Paperboy” and “Voodoo Bay” introduce monsters that defy reality.
John Durgin, author of The Cursed Among Us and Inside The Devil’s Nest, praises the collection, stating, “Come for the horror, stay for the heartbreaking emotion that bleeds into every page… It Haunts The Mind is that damn good.”
James Aquilone, a Bram Stoker Award-nominated editor and writer, warns of the collection’s potency: “Nick Roberts has an uncanny ability to scare the bejesus out of readers… Highly recommended if you don’t want to sleep in the dark again.”
Perfect for aficionados of horror short stories, suspenseful tales, and narratives that explore the human condition, It Haunts the Mind is a testament to the power of storytelling, blending supernatural terror with the very real demons that haunt our lives. Whether you’re drawn to tales of possession, substance abuse, or coming-of-age horror, this collection promises to both terrify and move you in equal measure.
Proudly represented by Crystal Lake Publishing—Tales from the Darkest Depths.
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Nick Roberts is a native West Virginian and a graduate of Marshall University where he earned his doctorate in Leadership Studies. As an active member of the Horror Writers Association, his short works have been published in various literary magazines and anthologies. His novel, Anathema, won Debut Novel of the Year at the 2020-2021 Horror Authors Guild Awards. His best-selling novel, The Exorcist’s House, was released in 2022 by Crystal Lake Publishing. He currently resides in South Carolina with his wife and three children and is an advocate for people struggling with substance use disorders.