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The Zone by Sprague, Shawn

Notes on the Work ADDED BY THE NAC AT THE AUTHOR’S REQUEST A middle-aged couple begins preparing for a terrifying annual event when a young family shows up unexpectedly at their minimart, sparking a frantic race to save a little boy. This story is part of a wider collection entitled The Pickup and Other Dark Tales. Publication Details Published: July 2025 Publisher: Independent Member Access: Public Link: Review the Recommended Work Work Categories & Tags: Fantasy Horror Novelette (between 7,500 and 17,500 words) 
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