Description

Published 2004

DARKER PLACES is a collection of novellas, short stories, and one script (Creature) of previously unpublished material that captures the darker side of Richard Matheson.  Matheson had been reluctant, until now, to publish these darker stories. Matheson writes an introduction for the book and a separate introduction to Creature, explaining why it was never produced.

Available to purchase for this title:

• 500-copy signed numbered edition (SOLD OUT)
• 52-copy signed traycased lettered edition

Table of Contents

Introduction: by Richard Matheson
Revolution
The Puppy
Little Girl Knocking At My Door
Cassidy’s Shoes
The Hill
Intergalactic Report
Introduction to Creature: by Richard Matheson
Creature: A Screenplay

“This (is a) cunningly wrought horror collection from master storyteller Matheson…(his) fans and collectors should be well pleased.” — Publishers Weekly

“A beautiful volume… If you are a fan of dark fiction, you really should add this signed and limited addition to your bookshelf.” — The Tombkeeper