Alex McGilvery

Author:
Alex McGilvery has been reading since before he can remember, and writing almost that long. He has published 18 books and is author and editor at his imprint Celticfrog Publishing. He lives in Kamloops with his dog and the stories clawing their way out of his head.

Sparkles and Blood is a collection of four horror stories.

Frost and Stone: Siobhan accidentally releases evil into the world, now she must find the strength to defeat it.

The Thing in the Hall: Wolf arrives at Rolph’s Hall to test himself against the Thing which invades and kills Rolph’s men. Yet facing the Thing may be the least of his challenges.

Strange Carnivores: Something was eating the gators in the swamp. Bubba was going to help her get pictures of whatever it was. She didn’t expect vampires or carnivorous frogs.

Sparkles and Blood: Martin is a special effects guy. He’s used to blood, but only when it is fake. Now something is hunting on the set of the newest smash vampire movie.

Sparkles and Blood, and other stories

Mark nodded and handed Wolf a shirt. It was black with black embroidery around the hem and neck. Wolf tried it on, and it fit like it was made for him. Mark found a plainer shirt for himself.


The Hall was packed that night. The eight Weeds were seated at the table nearest Rolph. A table had been brought in and set by Rolph's seat. Wolf, Cherry, Mark and Igor joined the Chief at his meal. Wolf placed the green sword on a bench in view of everyone.


   Rolph's people had outdone themselves. They had plates of meat and bread to satisfy even the lowest person in the room. Beer flowed like water. The men and one woman from the Weeds were relaxed and enjoying themselves. Warriors told of battles from various viewpoints, and there was a lot of laughter.     


When the plates were mostly empty, and the beer mugs had been refilled, Rolph stood to talk. He banged his cup on the table to get the room's attention. 


Chapter 28: The Thing In The Hall