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Jean McKinney's avatar

Wonderfully written. The tension just builds and builds. Westerns are great settings for horror, aren't they?

Ashley T.K.'s avatar

I certainly think so! It just fits. And, thank you

Stephen Duffy's avatar

Really enjoyed this, Ashley! Felt like I was in the snow with them, feeling their dread and hopelessness ❄️🌨

Well deserving of your win. What was your inspiration for this story?

Ashley T.K.'s avatar

Thank you, I'm happy to hear you enjoyed the story!

I would say my inspiration for this one came from old pulp magazines. They always have great concepts, but sometimes drop the ball on personal stakes

Cade Robinet's avatar

This was a great piece!

Tom Schecter's avatar

Fuuuuuck. So good.

Blace Alcock's avatar

Love my westerns, love your work. Nuff said.

Mary J Hunt's avatar

Lately I’ve been into westerns 😊

J.M. Ransom's avatar

A fun ride with the fundamental, instinctual fear of “there’s something hunting you and you can’t do anything about it”