by Eric LaRocca
Published 2022
Three dark and disturbing horror stories from an astonishing new voice, including the viral-sensation tale of obsession, Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. For fans of Kathe Koja, Clive Barker and Stephen Graham Jones. Winner of the Splatterpunk Award for Best Novella. A whirlpool of darkness churns at the heart of a macabre ballet between two lonely young women in an internet chat room in the early 2000s—a darkness that threatens to forever transform them once they finally succumb to their most horrific desires. A couple isolate themselves on a remote island in an attempt to recover from their teenage son's death, when a mysterious young man knocks on their door during a storm... And a man confronts his neighbour when he discovers a strange object in his back yard, only to be drawn into an ever-more dangerous game. Three devastating, beautifully written horror stories from one of the genre's most cutting-edge voices. What have you done today to deserve your eyes?
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Female · Middle-Aged · Character-Voice · Narration · Calm · Mysterious · +3 more
“Kafka's mysterious and intimate tone perfectly sets the unsettling mood for psychological horror.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Narration · Character-Voice · Entertainment · Dark · +7 more
“This voice’s measured pacing and dramatic undertones create a sense of impending dread.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Serious
“The intense, haunting quality of Lauren B is suitable for guiding listeners through a tale of dark mystery and psychological suspense.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Neutral
“With a distant yet precise delivery, this voice establishes an eerie, detached atmosphere for the narrative.”
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A lonely, vulnerable young woman who descends into obsession. Her voice should convey initial shyness and increasing desperation.
Female · Young · Conversational · Soft · Warm · Intimate · +3 more
“Alle's warm, soft tone and intimate style beautifully convey the initial shyness and vulnerability of the character.”
Female · Young · Conversational · Character-Voice · Social-Media · Educational · +47 more
“The gentle, conversational flow of Manon Bannerman is perfect for a lonely young woman who will gradually descend into obsession.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“With a calm and soothing presence, this voice reflects the quiet desperation underlying the character's journey.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Jasmine's natural storytelling quality is ideal for showcasing a character's evolving emotional landscape.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Kelly's subtle emotional quiver and thoughtful pauses naturally portray a sensitive individual struggling with her inner world.”
The object of obsession, whose voice should be initially alluring and then grow increasingly manipulative and sinister.
Female · Middle-Aged · Character-Voice · Dramatic · Expressive · Mysterious · +56 more
“Ryoba Aishi's dramatic and expressive tone makes her an excellent fit for a character who transitions from alluring to sinister.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Modulated
“The chilling and haunting presence of Veda Sky effectively conveys the manipulative and increasingly dark nature.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Intense
“Through its intense and tension-building delivery, Clarice can powerfully depict a character's growing menace.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +58 more
“Jade's deep and mysterious texture provides a compelling quality, suitable for a captivating yet sinister figure.”
A grieving man trying to recover from loss, whose voice carries the weight of sorrow and growing unease.
Male · Young · Narration · Deep · Serious · Calm · +3 more
“The serious and measured pacing of Dexter morgan effectively conveys a man grappling with loss and growing unease.”
Also recommended for: Mysterious Young Man (Island Story)
Male · Young · Narration · Storytelling · Deep · Raspy · +3 more
“New History's deep, raspy tone and calm delivery embody the heavy sorrow and quiet contemplation of a grieving man.”
Also recommended for: Mysterious Young Man (Island Story)
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Calm · Measured · +3 more
“With a smooth, solemn texture, Voice DL can portray both the profound sadness and subtle mystery of his journey.”
Also recommended for: Neighbor (Neighbor Story)
Male · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +9 more
“Light's dramatic undertones hint at an inner turmoil, perfect for a protagonist facing profound personal challenges.”
Also recommended for: Mysterious Young Man (Island Story)
A woman struggling with grief and isolation, whose voice can convey fragility and mounting fear.
Female · Middle-Aged · Social-Media · Conversational · Character-Voice · Low · +58 more
“Soft Voice's gentle and breathy quality exquisitely captures the fragility and mounting fear of a woman struggling with isolation.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Casual
“The emotional depth and intimate warmth of Eden's storytelling voice are ideal for conveying profound grief and vulnerability.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Sad
“Reflecting a sense of sadness and exhaustion, Shannon B embodies the character's internal struggle with loss.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“A calm, articulate cadence from Kira provides a strong foundation for a character whose composure slowly unravels into fear.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Wise
“Angela offers a sympathetic and warm presence, making the wife's emotional journey relatable and poignant.”
An enigmatic and unsettling figure, whose voice is smooth and deceptively calm, hinting at a hidden menace.
Male · Young · Narration · Deep · Serious · Calm · +3 more
“Dexter morgan's deep, smooth voice and mysterious tone are ideal for an enigmatic figure hinting at hidden menace.”
Also recommended for: Husband (Island Story)
Male · Young · Narration · Storytelling · Deep · Raspy · +3 more
“The measured and serious pacing of New History lends itself well to a deceptively calm and unsettling presence.”
Also recommended for: Husband (Island Story)
Male · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +9 more
“With a cool, calculated delivery, Light embodies the underlying threat beneath a calm exterior.”
Also recommended for: Husband (Island Story)
An ordinary man drawn into a dangerous game, whose voice should reflect his initial curiosity and escalating terror.
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Character-Voice · Conversational · Entertainment · +15 more
“Yujiro's gritty, intense energy and dramatic range are perfect for depicting a man moving from curiosity to escalating terror.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +57 more
“Featuring a dynamic and expressive delivery, Matt Dillon captures the quick transition from ordinary to terrified.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Serious · Crisp · Angry · +6 more
“The powerful, high-energy presence of Archangel Gabriel is suitable for an ordinary man drawn into a dangerous, terrifying game.”
Male · Old · Narration · Serious · Intense · Energetic · +3 more
“An energetic and passionate tone from Ovis effectively mirrors the rising tension and fear within the narrative.”
A strange and manipulative neighbor, whose voice is subtly menacing and compelling.
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Low · Serious · +3 more
“Horror's deep, mysterious, and suspenseful tone is an excellent fit for a subtly menacing and compelling neighbor.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Character-Voice · Narration · Deep · Dark · +3 more
“The voice's dark, dramatic texture and authoritative delivery convey an unsettling and manipulative presence.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Educational · Narration · Deep · Serious · +3 more
“Through its measured and calm pacing, Alhaitham hints at a sinister control beneath a composed facade.”
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Calm · Measured · +3 more
“With a serious and deep resonance, Voice DL naturally embodies an enigmatic figure who exerts compelling influence.”
Also recommended for: Husband (Island Story)