Shadows: A Collection of Short Stories marks the exciting release of a fresh and fearless voice in young adult fiction. Written by young author Anay Prasad, this gripping anthology brings together 15 spooky, mysterious, and thrilling tales crafted especially for readers who crave suspense without excessive gore.
Designed for ages 10 and above, Shadows invites readers into eerie forests, haunted paths, abandoned places, and unsettling cosmic mysteries. Each story opens the door to a new world where imagination meets darkness, and where fear lingers quietly in the background rather than screaming from the page. The result is a collection that is chilling, clever, and deeply engaging.
What makes this book stand out is Anay’s unique perspective—a science-loving teen with a sharp curiosity and a natural flair for storytelling. His stories are short, fast-paced, and filled with twists that keep readers hooked until the very last line. The atmosphere is tense, the ideas are inventive, and the endings are often unexpected.
Perfect for school libraries, young readers stepping into the horror genre, and fans of short, suspenseful fiction, Shadows proves that powerful storytelling knows no age. This collection is an invitation to explore the dark corners of imagination—where shadows are alive, and mysteries are waiting to be discovered.