"My Backrooms Journey"
Inspired by the collaborative horror universe of the Backrooms, where endless, liminal spaces hide untold secrets and dangers.
What begins as an ordinary forest exploration quickly turns into a surreal nightmare for Ren, a curious wanderer who stumbles upon a glowing, otherworldly orb deep in the woods. A single touch catapults Ren into Level 0, the eerie yellow maze of the Backrooms, where the hum of fluorescent lights never ceases, and the air reeks of damp carpet.
Armed with only his wits, a camera, and a few supplies, Ren must navigate the labyrinthine horrors of this bizarre dimension. Along the way, he encounters cryptic clues, strange objects like the lifeline that is Almond Water, and fragments of documents left behind by the M.E.G. (Major Explorer Group). These hints offer insight into the Backrooms' countless levels-some promising safety, others hiding unspeakable terrors.
As Ren struggles to escape, he learns that surviving the Backrooms requires more than endurance; it demands unraveling its twisted, enigmatic logic. But with every step forward, he faces the unsettling truth: the Backrooms aren't just a place-they might be alive.
This story expands upon the rich, collaborative lore of the Backrooms, blending suspense, exploration, and existential dread into a journey you won't forget.
A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.