While most of the world celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with parades, green beer, and a sense of revelry, the true origins of the holiday are steeped in myth, superstition, and some terrifying folklore that has been overshadowed by festive celebrations. Beneath the cheerful clover and shamrocks lies a shadowy history, filled with creatures and curses that lurk in the mists of Ireland. Well…at least around here.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
An Announcement
From now until March 31st,
has an open call for horror submissions. I (Shaina here) am hosting alongside . Winners will be offered a publication contract to be featured in the 2025 anthology, and will receive a copy of the book after publication. Check out the link to learn more!
The Weekly Digest
A selection of last week’s memorable Macabre Monday offerings.
- gave us a piece of micro fiction based on the prompt, “It all started with the old cars hidden in the woods.” Check it out.
- published part 1 of 2 of a horror story, “Hidden Beneath.” Set in a foggy Victorian village.
- offered a delectable dip into the macabre with his flash horror piece, “No One to Blame”
- published a zombie horror movie script, “The School.”
- told us about monsters who show us who we are. If you don’t know her, Jessica writes about monsters weekly in her publication, “Monster of the Week.” I have learned so much from obscure folklore and stories thanks to her.
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