Short Story Sunday: Goddamn Electric, K. Allen Wood
Goddamn Electric, K. Allen Wood
Zombie stories have never been my favorite—they tend to take a tired thing and beat it to its last gasp in a not-too original way. However, I found several gems in 2011’s The Zombie Feed, Vol. 1; each story offers a thrilling, interesting, and refreshing twist on the trope. Not one would I consider a “standard” Zombie story.
If my statement still doesn’t entice you, consider this one story alone: “Goddamn Electric,” by K. Allen Wood.
In one of the most richly-detailed, atmospheric, yet suspenseful pieces I’ve read in a long time, “Goddamn Electric” induces chills in part because of its literary sensibilities: it deftly uses single effect in all its glory. This story about a small town full of crotchety New Englanders about to get their comeuppance is not to be missed–I promise you, it’s different than any other zombie thing you’ve ever read. Grab it here: https://amzn.com/0982159641
Posted on August 13, 2017, in Short Stories and tagged Goddamn Electric, horror stories set in New England, Jason Sizemore, K. Allen Wood, The Zombie Feed anthology, zombie stories that defy tropes. Bookmark the permalink. 1 Comment.
I would, but I don’t have Kindle Unlimited. I’m not sure if I want to get it or not. Most of the books I read are on Kindle but not on KI, and also, I wonder about the way Amazon markets stuff. I am wary of the publishing industry ever since I got scammed.
I would recommend, anything by Paula Joan Caplan, who is not on KI. Currently enjoying When Johnny and Jane Come Marching Home. I am quoting from her works on Monday at 3pm when I do my radio show.
Julie