The sea roils. The siren calls. The kraken awakens. Will you join the voyage into the unknown?

In the murky depths lurk the strangest, most frightening creatures, things that thrive in the dangerous waters of the night. From wandering ghost ships to murderous mermaids to the horrifying kraken, the ocean is rife with dark legends that enthrall and fascinate us to this day. Prepare to be taken under by an incomparable group of writers who have crafted a collection of unforgettable seafaring tales. Together, they explore deep into the mysterious aquatic realm, bringing back to the surface tales of terror, intrigue, adventure, and suspense. Spanning numerous styles and genres, the stories in this volume will leave readers breathless and yet eager to continue onward to distant shores.

Edited by:

Franklin Ard

Featuring stories by:

Elizabeth Beechwood

Joseph Carro

Paul Carro

Shane R. Collins

Renee S. DeCamillis

Devin Gaither

Rachel Halpern

Derek B. Hoffman

Rebecca McKenna

Karen Menzel (née Bovenmyer)

John Christopher Nelson

Sarah Parke

Cristina Perachio

Richard Squires

Genevieve Williams