Twisted Tinsel: A Christmas Horror Short Story Collection
Released: Christmas 2026
Genre: Horror
Twisted Tinsel is a Christmas collection where the lights glow a little too bright, the snow falls a little too quietly, and the gifts beneath the tree aren’t always what they seem.
Step into a season of cheer that slowly curdles into dread. A delicate music box plays a tune that no one remembers winding. An exorcism meant to banish evil only invites something far worse. A festive reality television show hides a darker agenda behind its glitter and applause. A cosy bed & breakfast offers warmth, comfort… and secrets that refuse to stay buried. And a respected surgeon carries a holiday tradition no one would ever want to discover.
In these twisted tales, carols echo through empty halls, fairy lights flicker like warning signals, and the spirit of Christmas takes on a far more sinister meaning.
Perfect for readers who like their holiday stories sharp, strange, and just a little bit cruel, Twisted Tinsel unwraps the darker side of the most wonderful time of the year. Just remember: not every present should be opened.
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Gareth Ellis - Author 