The Ultimate Guide to Justin Alcala's Expanding 2025/2026 Horror Short Story Collection

As the leaves turn and the air cools, horror fans everywhere are ready to embrace the haunting season of October. This month marks the perfect time for readers to dive into the chilling world of horror literature. Justin Alcala is one author who has been gaining significant attention in the genre. His 2025/2026 horror short story collection continues to grow with numerous contributions to anthologies, magazines, and online journals. So, grab your favorite blanket and turn down the lights as we take a thrilling journey through the dark corners of Alcala's imagination!

2025 Publications Line-up

Now: “Covered in Flies” presented by the Flash Phantoms Online Magazine

Words Faire Press “Promethean Archives Anthology”

“Friends in High Places” part of the After Dark Horror Anthology Rowan Press Publishing 

“The Last Stop” presented by Twin Flame Publication

October : “I Gave You Fear” narrated by the Morbid Forest Podcast 

“Undying” presented by the Mocking Owl Roost Magazine 

“The Last Stop” narrated by the No Sleep Podcast

“The Last Stop” presented by Mocking Owl Roost Magazine 

Enter Here Anthology of “Portals”

“Beneath the Glare” presented by Witch House Magazine 

“Machinery” presented by Penstricken Magazine 

November: Enter Here Publishing Anthology

“Thirteen Winters”

2026

Carolina Piedmont Writers Guild “Speak Ill of the Dead”