I’m proud to announce my popular short horror-ish/sci-fi-ish story, “1998,” is now available as a free audiobook on YouTube!

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In “1998,” Jessie Reynolds navigates the tumultuous waters of adolescence in a small Indiana town, where her mundane life collides with the horrific. As she grapples with her own past traumas and the struggles of growing up in a dysfunctional family, Jessie finds solace in music and the camaraderie of her friends. However, a typical day at school takes a nightmarish turn when screams echo through the halls, and a mysterious and violent force begins to wreak havoc on her classmates.

As chaos unfolds in the gymnasium, Jessie and her best friend Annemarie are thrust into a fight for survival, barricaded in the locker room and surrounded by fear. With reports of a bizarre biological attack spreading across the globe, they must confront the terrifying reality of their situation while grappling with their own emotional turmoil.

With the line between safety and danger blurred, Jessie must find the strength to protect herself and her friend from the unknown threat lurking just beyond the door. “1998” is a gripping tale of resilience, friendship, and the fight against unimaginable horror, set against the backdrop of a transformative time in American culture. Will Jessie and Annemarie survive the night, or will they become victims of a fate they never saw coming? Dive into this haunting story that explores the fragility of life and the power of human connection in the face of terror.

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