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We’re thrilled to introduce the Dark Veil Society (DVS) to our readers and followers. In this feature, we’re pulling back the curtain on this unique collective, sharing details about the group, its talented members, and the spine-chilling books they’re bringing to life.
Founded by Eamonn H Bradley and Molly Macabre, the Dark Veil Society is a force in the indie horror scene, and we’re excited to spotlight their work for our community. Moving forward, we’ll be keeping a close eye on their haunting creations, sharing press releases and updates for upcoming launches as they unfold. Stay tuned for more from this shadowy crew as they carve their mark in 2025 and beyond!
What is the Dark Veil Society?
The Dark Veil Society is an exclusive collective of indie horror creators, born from a shared passion for the macabre and a desire to amplify unique voices in the horror scene. Founded in 2025 by Eamonn H Bradley and Molly Macabre, DVS emerged from a serendipitous connection between two storytellers who discovered a mutual love for the genre and a vision to make their mark.
Eamonn, whose creative journey began with fantasy (most notably in The Ranger, his homage to Lord of the Rings) found his true calling in horror after years of exploration. Teaming up with Molly, the duo recognized the challenges indie creators face in standing out. Together, they envisioned a platform where diverse talents and chilling stories could thrive. Thus, the Dark Veil Society was born, a group carefully hand-picked by the founders to represent the best of indie horror.
At its core, the Dark Veil Society is about strength in numbers. Membership is exclusive, with each creator chosen for their distinct skills and narratives, from writers to artists and beyond. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to push the boundaries of indie horror, get our work seen, and carve out a space where originality reigns. In a world where going it alone can feel daunting, the Dark Veil Society offers a collective force, a veil of darkness under which their stories can shine.
Behind the Veil: Dark Society Members and Their Books of Terror
Step into the shadows and meet the twisted minds of the Dark Veil Society. This hand-picked crew of indie horror maestros is here to haunt your nightmares. Each member brings a unique brand of terror to the table, crafting books that claw at your imagination and refuse to let go. Get ready: we’re about to lift the veil and spotlight these creators and their sinister works, one chilling tale at a time!
Eamonn H Bradley
Eamonn H Bradley is an Irish-born multi-genre writer from suspenseful horror to fantasy. He now lives in Jersey CI with his wife. Eamonn has read and played Fighting Fantasy and Lonewolf game books for almost 35 years; he reads everything from Richard Matheson and Stephen King to Martin and Tolkien.
Formally a carpenter foreman, Eamonn is now a senior developer in IT. With his debut novel this year, he hopes to launch his career as an indie author.
Books
- The Ranger
- The Veil (Currently with editor)
Sites & Socials
Molly Macabre
Molly Macabre has been writing since middle school, working in genres that explore the dark crevices of mental health. After years of writing short stories and poetry, her debut novel released in 2024. A lover of all things spooky, Molly enjoys horror movies and books, noting Stephen King as her biggest literary influence.
When Molly is not writing the darkest things her mind can conjure, she enjoys exploring dungeons, preferably ones rich with loot and guarded by dragons, playing video games, or listening to face-melting metal breakdowns.
Books
- Dark Bloom
- Sequel to Dark Bloom (In progress)
Sites & Socials
Ryan Krone
As a child of the early 90s, horror has always called to Ryan Krone, particularly anthologies. The Twilight Zone, Tales from the Crypt, Goosebumps and many more drew Ryan into a world of nightmares that never let go.
By day, he’s a nurse manager at a pediatric clinic. At night, a zeal for the uncanny beckons him towards my keyboard like a siren’s call.
Books
Sites & Socials
Janelle Schiecke
Janelle Schiecke is an indie horror author.
She has always had a love of writing and has been an avid reader all her life. Though she enjoys reading many different genres, her favorite genres to write are paranormal and horror. The works of Stephen King and Clive Barker influenced her writing style—their books introduced her to the power of captivating and spine-chilling stories.
Before becoming an author, Janelle was an editor for trade magazines and books alike. Her love of editing transferred to her authorship, where she takes pride in creating enjoyable characters and embellishing words.
It is an honor for her to create stories for readers to escape into—and there will always be some scares!
Books
Sites & Socials
Blake Myers
Blake Myers, a Gen-X author from rural Ohio, discovered his love for horror as self-prescribed exposure therapy, overcoming childhood fears sparked by the comedy The Ghost and Mr. Chicken. Despite an early aversion to books, he became an avid reader post-university after earning a degree in Religion and Philosophy (2000).
A teacher and coach, his wanderlust led him to the Czech Republic, where he settled permanently after meeting his wife, gaining residency, and starting a family. Inspired by Stranger Things, he began writing, channeling his passion for the paranormal into stories. Though ADHD challenges his focus, he prioritized penning Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?, driven by a desire to craft compelling, eerie narratives.
Books
Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?
Sites & Socials
Shaun S. Fitzgerald
Shaun S. Fitzgerald grew up in Carson City, Nevada, and served in the Army before settling in Tallahassee, Florida. He writes horror stories, thrillers, and science-fiction, grounding his works in reality with actual experiences from his travels, and stories he accumulated along the way.
When he is not writing, he is researching, building terrifying costumes, at the range on some humid Florida range, or spending time with his wife and loyal Doberman.
Books
- A Fold to Extinction
- Sinner’s Pass
- Exercise Log
- Alone Together series (in progress)
Sites & Socials
Shaun M Jooste
Shaun M Jooste lives in Cape Town, South Africa. He started writing his dark epic fantasy novels in 2000, completing the Celenic Earth Chronicles trilogy by 2009 and republishing the entire set in 2016. Work on his Silent Hill novels started in 2014 after he received permission from Konami and the local South African licence holders, with Silent Hill: Betrayal published in 2016.
However, the permission was revoked in 2022 when Konami reawakened the franchise and wanted to protect the IP. Shaun has since rebranded the books as Sacred Valley, with the 7-set collection called The Boatman Saga. Sacred Valley: Betrayal was published in 2023, while the sequel is in progress. When he’s not working on dark, terrifying stories, he’s writing online content for clients, spending time with his wife and 2 children, playing video games, tending to his bonsai trees and garden, developing his websites and businesses, or loving his numerous pets.
Books
- Celenic Earth Chronicles fantasy trilogy (Windfarer, DragonRider, Sadgi)
- Sacred Valley: Betrayal (survival/supernatural horror)
- Sacred Valley: Obversion (In progress)
- Open Door (erotic thriller in progress)
- Malum: Rise of the Deadly Sins (dark fantasy horror in progress)
Sites & Socials
- Author Website (under reconstruction)
- Patreon
- Shaun M Jooste Universe Discord
- Goodreads
- X (Formerly Twitter)
- TikTok
- YouTube (being redesigned)
- Twitch
- Steemit
The Veil Descends: A Taste of Terrors to Come
And so, the veil falls back into place…for now. The Dark Veil Society’s creators have laid their terrors bare, each book a shard of darkness forged from their twisted imaginations. From cracked streets of dread to fog-choked nightmares, these hand-picked masters have proven that indie horror is alive, pulsing, and ready to claw its way into 2025. But this is only the beginning.
Keep your eyes peeled and your lights on. Dark Veil Society is watching, crafting, and preparing to unleash more shadows. Follow their links, dive into their worlds, and join us as we track their next descent into the abyss. The horror’s just getting started.
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