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Queer Horror & Weird Fiction

Mostly, Scott Savino identifies as a menace, but he’s also a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Representation matters...even in works of fiction...because every story gains depth when it reflects diverse voices. Each tale below features queer characters, whether subtly woven into the narrative to be unraveled by observant readers, or stated outright. Enjoy exploring these stories, where identity finds a place even in the shadows...

Ezekiel

A frosty morning in the days before Thanksgiving reveals an unusual visitor: a very strange turkey stands in the center of your yard. What begins as a simple encounter quickly spirals into something surreal and unsettling.
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Mother’s Dress

Gender is a construct. Rebel. Put on mother’s dress. Take a voyage through identity, liberation, and self-acceptance as mapped by this story’s lens of whimsy.
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Astravor: Drinker of Starlight

Awakened in the eerie silence of the Everglades, a mysterious escapee confronts the aftermath of captivity, grappling with unsettling hunger and newfound senses.
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The Final Trick

Each Halloween, a chilling visitor haunts my porch, a porcelain doll masquerading as a child. Tonight, I confront the terror that has plagued me for years.
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The Crystalline Herald

A hurricane ritual rooted in mysticism reveals an unsettling mix of tradition and chaos. Its strange practices challenge reason, leaving an eerie sense of wonder in their wake.
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The Legend of Mermaid’s Roost

Emily and Lily, identical twins, navigate the fragile space between their similarities and differences. The silence growing between them hides truths neither is ready to face.
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A Sound to Suffer

Enduring friendships leave echoes that linger through the years. One man reflects on the bonds of youth and the bittersweet weight of memories that refuse to fade.
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True Love Burns Twice As Hot

As hurricane season draws to a close, Emma-Jean’s life with Hayden takes a dangerous turn. Beneath the surface of their relationship, tensions simmer with the power of an approaching storm.
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I Keep Your Secrets

Discover the raw and relatable journey of a college student turned maid, navigating heartbreak, betrayal, and the secrets hidden in everyday cleaning.
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‘Jeffrey Dahmer’ is My Neighbor

Explore the unique experiences of an empath navigating neighborhood dynamics, from connecting with eclectic neighbors to managing overwhelming emotions in daily life.
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