The Inheritance and Other Dark Tales is an anthology of short horror stories that follow the characters into spine-chilling situations. What was the inspiration for this collection of stories?

I would take long evening walks during the first COVID winter (2020). I encountered no one during my walks – no one shoveling snow, no one walking their pets, no vehicles driving by – just silence and falling snow. A very creepy and surreal experience, which got me thinking about dark scenarios (what if I got lost and sought help from one of the homes on the street, only to never be heard from again – the premise for “The Keeper”). Over the weeks I came up with several haunting premises during my evening walks, which became the basis for many of the stories found in “The Inheritance and Other Dark Tales.”

Who is your favorite character to write, and why is that person your favorite?

I enjoyed writing about the father in the story “The Crimson Oak.” Having a daughter of my own, I can strongly associate with his growing feeling of panic for his daughter’s wellbeing as the pieces of a deadly urban legend begin to fall into place.

What intrigues you about the horror and paranormal genres that led you to write this book?

I love dark and weird tales, where the feeling of unease builds up slowly during a story – in the back of your mind you begin to get the feeling that something strange or evil will occur, but you’re not sure what it will be. My love for such stories probably started as a kid, when I’d come home after school and watch episodes of The Twilight Zone or Alfred Hitchcock. My grandparents also took part in Seances, so I grew up listening to “true” ghost stories during family gatherings. Given such a background, it’s probably not too surprising that I enjoy writing stories in the horror and paranormal genres.

What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?

Working on another collection of dark short stories. Targeting a December 2024 release date.

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