Slither into the sinister realm of Rick Powell
Rick Powell, a resident of Oak Forest, Illinois, immerses himself in the eerie realms of horror and dark fiction. His poetic and narrative talents have graced the pages of various publications, including Infernal Ink Magazine and the tantalizing anthology Lustcraftian Horrors: Erotic Stories Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft.
Bio
Rick Powell, a resident of Oak Forest, Illinois, immerses himself in the eerie realms of horror and dark fiction. His poetic and narrative talents have graced the pages of various publications, including Infernal Ink Magazine and the tantalizing anthology Lustcraftian Horrors: Erotic Stories Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft.
Ricks publications consist of:
George the Holiday Spider: George is an unlikely hero whisked off to a world that comes to realize that it is not what someone looks like on the outside, it is what is inside that matters. A heartwarming holiday tale with a message to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.
My Soul Stained My Seed Sour: A collection of poems that delves into the shadows of the human psyche, exploring themes of longing, regret, and the enigmatic dance between light and darkness.
More Regrets Than Glories: Another poetic endeavor, where Powell weaves words like a sorcerer, conjuring emotions that linger long after the last stanza.
Rick Powell’s literary journey is a labyrinth of shadows, where every word holds a hidden truth waiting to be unearthed.
PUBLICATIOnS
Messages
The loss of a child is a wound that never heals. But what if there was a way to move forward, a method so unthinkable it’s only whispered about in the shadows? The Richards are living every parent's worst nightmare, their child's life stolen by a remorseless killer. In their darkest hour, they encounter Zhang, a billionaire with a chilling solution: when the justice system fails, he invites the families to a dinner shrouded in mystery and darkness.
A Banquet of Pancea
The loss of a child is a wound that never heals. But what if there was a way to move forward, a method so unthinkable it’s only whispered about in the shadows? The Richards are living every parent's worst nightmare, their child's life stolen by a remorseless killer. In their darkest hour, they encounter Zhang, a billionaire with a chilling solution: when the justice system fails, he invites the families to a dinner shrouded in mystery and darkness.
Winston
In a world where technology races forward, leaving yesterday's marvels in the dust, what if someone dared to blend ancient secrets with modern innovations? "Messages" delves into this terrifying possibility. Follow the harrowing journey of a reporter who uncovers the story of a lifetime—a story that could very well be his last. As he digs deeper, he finds himself trapped in a web of dark forces and apocalyptic realities.
Two Lost Souls
Love, like life, is one of the oldest mysteries. But what happens when love turns into an obsession? When the boundaries between passion and madness blur, and the veil between the supernatural and natural world is cast aside? David believed his bond with his wife Helen was unbreakable, forged in the fires of life's trials. Yet, even the strongest love can be tested by the shadows that lurk in the corners of our hearts—and the darkness of a graveyard.
A Day of Ochre, Ascending
In this apocalyptic nightmare inspired by Robert W. Chambers' The King in Yellow, a man's ordinary stroll with his dog turns into a nightmare. Each step plunges Walter and Archie deeper into a world of whispered doom. Will they escape, or will the nightmare consume them?
Harold
Frank is a seasoned detective with an uncanny 'feel' for things—a gift that has often guided him through the toughest cases. But this gift comes at a steep price. After years of risking his family and marriage for the job, Frank longs to slow down and reconnect with his loved ones. However, fate has other plans. A mysterious journal lands in his hands, chronicling the twisted crimes of a madman named Harold. Is this a work of fiction, or a chilling true-life account of a delusional killer?
Ornament
The holidays are a time for gathering with friends, family, and loved ones. Blazing fireplaces warm the bodies and hearts of those closest to us, as we share anecdotes of the year's events while the snow and bitter cold blow outside. But for Judith, the cold seeps inside her home, reflecting the turmoil in her life with John. Lies, cheating, and psychological abuse overshadow the season's joy, leaving her without a solution in sight.
A Glimpse Beyond the Veil
(collection of short stories)
Within this collection of shadows, secrets writhe through the corridors of forgotten places, and sinister whispers shroud the night.
A collection of dark and horror inspired poetry.
Vaults, whether cradling the heirlooms of ancestors or the beloved remains of the departed, share the singular trait of guarding secrets in the darkness, occasionally offering a whisper of the tales they hold.
A collection of 50 poems that traverse the spectrum from chilling horror to poignant verses of sorrow and loss, each crafted to stir your emotions and provoke contemplation.
Adolescence is tough on young boys. It is even tougher on young Percy. On top of having a crush on a girl in school, failing his Math class, and living with an abusive father, he does not know where to turn.
George is an unlikely hero whisked off to a world that comes to realize that it is not what someone looks like on the outside, it is what is inside that matters.