WRITING
From novels to short stories and everywhere in between, here are my published written works and where to find them. Be sure to check this page often for frequent updates!
BOOKS & MALADIES
In need of a break from his daily life, Martin seeks comfort from an independent bookstore. But this store has a mind of its own...
Now trapped inside with the mysterious shopkeeper, Martin's only hope of escape lies in a book of short stories curated just for him.
Author Zachary Markley introduces you to the world of Dreadful Science with this debut novella. Written in a frame narrative, you are along for the ride as protagonist Martin is consumed by a series of short stories leading to an exciting conclusion and teaser for works to come!
Jack Polaris is a former radio psychic and paranormal investigator. Now he lives in a glass cage at Gibson Sanctuary for Mental Rehabilitation, plagued by visions from his life and of a mysterious anthology TV show called "Dreadful Science."
When forensic investigator Devon Warren asks him about a series of ritualistic murders in the area, Jack makes a deal with her. If she listens to his stories, he'll help her solve the case before her missing daughter becomes the next charred corpse.
Formerly released (in part) as a weekly serial, Dreadful Science has been restructured into an epic novel with a digital and physical release scheduled for Summer 2024.
DREADFUL SCIENCE:
THE NOVEL
SHORT STORIES
A few of my short stories were recently published in these independent anthologies. Each story is described below the volume that features it. Enjoy!
I’M BACK
A hitman who refused one final job is buried alive, but things get stranger once he escapes and tries to protect his family.
Check out I’m Back, featured here in Horror Weekly #4.
YOU’D BETTER WATCH OUT
When an actor returns to his childhood home after his mother dies, he’s haunted by his past and a series of disturbing letters from Santa Claus.
You’d Better Watch Out is available now as featured in Terror Monthly Vol. 1.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
A desperate conman meets his match when he agrees to play a friendly wager with an old man for the chance to win a mysterious wooden box.
Find out What’s in the Box? in Terror Monthly Vol. 3.
THE MAW (ABRIDGED)
Fleeing a sexual predator in the desert, a woman takes refuge in a cave where she’s stalked by an entity that speaks in her voice.
Enter The Maw as featured in Terror Monthly Vol. 4: Underground.