Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read an ARC of this book. This is a book of short, spooky stories centered around Halloween. I really enjoyed these stories; some more than others, but there weren't any that I didn't like. Some I found were a bit long, but for the sake of the story I think it was necessary. Overall a great book of scary short stories!

Here we have a diverse collection of horror short stories by Jason Parent. Several of the stories are themed around Halloween, but not all of them. The writing is strong, and the author does a good job overall of showing as opposed to telling. He satisfies nearly every genre convention throughout this endeavor, and a few stories include graphic gore. Sensitive readers may be offended, however I enjoyed most of these stories, and I was really impressed with Parent’s ability as a writer. Nice collection!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me review this book. This was an interesting read with 10 various Halloween stories. Some a little more creepy or gory than others. You’ve got haunted houses to haunted amusement parks.

Mischief Night Massacre is filled with ten short stories about Halloween night.


I did enjoy most of the stories with the exception of a few, with ten stories it can be hard to hit them all but I thought the author did a good job.
I do think all the stories were very entertaining and unsettling in their own ways. They felt perfect lengths for each story and pretty well done.

The author also did a good job creating characters with how short the stories were, you got a good sense of the characters even in there own twisted way.


Overall 4 stars.



Thank you Netgalley and Corpus Press for this book

Thank You Net Galley and Corpus Press for an advanced copy of the this book.

I really enjoyed this book. It is a short story collection and each story had me wanting more. This is also my first book by this author and I am excited to read more of his work.

A well curated collection. There is something in here for everyone. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for this free eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This was a great read. It had a little bit of everything and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Some were more scary then others, some were downright terrifying. I think this is something I could read every year and still feel the same thing each time, while also finding things I missed the first time.
Strongly recommend for spooky season, or anytime you need a reason to make your heart race.

This was such a fun short story collection. I’d definitely recommend this one for Halloween! These stories were very submersive and spooky. 🎃 4/5 ⭐️.

My favorites of this collection were Rain, Last Halloween, and Russian Dollhouse.

Jason Parent's *Mischief Night Massacre: Ten Tales of Halloween* is a captivating anthology that masterfully encapsulates the essence of Halloween through ten diverse and chilling stories. Each tale transports readers to settings ranging from haunted houses to eerie amusement parks, delivering a unique blend of suspense and horror. Parent's storytelling prowess shines as he crafts narratives that are both thrilling and thought-provoking, making this collection a must-read for horror enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the macabre spirit of the season.

This is a collection of ten stories all with those Halloween vibes. From Halloween parties to haunted houses, heck, even a creepy ass amusement park, this collection will definitely terrify any reader.

A solid collection of creepy stories for Halloween!

I really enjoyed this collection of short stories. Jason Parent offers the reader diverse settings, characters and threats throughout this book. Many focus on the setting of Halloween, but there are also a few exceptions.

But each of them is unsettling, creepy and unnerving in varying degrees. There is the horror of a school bully picking on the wrong child, thieves choosing the wrong house to rob, a group of teens getting more than they bargained for in a haunted house, or a very interesting take on a newly-changed vampire, among many other unique stories.

I'm positive that every reader will find a favorite story in this collection.

Like most anthologies, the stories were hit and miss for me. Some I really liked and some were just “meh”. But they were all Halloween centered, and that made the book a fun read for Halloween.

I didn't know that this book was compiled of multiple short stories, however I was pleasantly surprised with this one!

The stories were quick and scary, and it was the perfect Halloween read.

Jason Parent’s “Mischief Night Massacre” is an anthology that captures the essence of Halloween with ten terrifying tales. Each story is a masterclass in suspense and horror, making it a perfect read for fans of the genre.

Parent’s writing shines in his vivid descriptions and ability to evoke fear. Whether it’s a haunted house, a creepy amusement park, or a seemingly harmless Halloween party, each setting is brought to life with meticulous detail. The stories are not just about scares; they explore themes of regret, fear, and the human condition, making them resonate on a deeper level.

However, some stories might be too graphic for the faint-hearted, with detailed depictions of violence and gore. But for those who enjoy a good scare, “Mischief Night Massacre” delivers in spades. The dark humor sprinkled throughout adds a nice touch, providing brief moments of relief before plunging back into the horror.

Overall, “Mischief Night Massacre” is a must-read for horror enthusiasts looking for a collection that embodies the spirit of Halloween. Parent’s storytelling prowess ensures that each tale is memorable and haunting, making this book a worthy addition to any horror lover’s library.

I love Halloween, and I love horror short story collections. This was a great set of stories, and I had to take breaks between reading the stories because I wanted to keep the mood. There's quite a variety -- none of them felt the same, and some of them were much darker than others. The first one is going to stay in my head longest because the world felt so real and scary.
Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

This is a fun collection of Halloween Night horror short stories. Though they are short stories, the author does a great job with giving enough character building to be invested in the story.

There are a lot of (intentionally) POS characters in here and a lot of horrifying revenge.

I felt that some stories lacked in explanation, some dragged on, but most were just right.

Stories 2 and 3 stood out to me, and story 8 was the most unsettling.

Overall a good time!

10 halloween centered short horror stories
with multiple themes such as amousement parks, tick or treating, parties, haunted houses, haunted children and all the supernatural around us!
it felt more of a ya/ teen slasher horror
very gorey but not as descriptive as some horror authors
i have alot of favourites from this but Easy Pickings and Ride Like the Devil were amazing!

Just what it says on the tin
An anthology of spooky Halloween stories
Some are hits, some are not
Great for the season

I love a good collection of short stories. I love Halloween. So of course, I would love a collection of short stories based around Halloween!

Ride like the Devil and Pulp were my favorites of this collection, though I didn't think any of the ten stories were bad! This will be a reread next October for sure. I liked the blend of different types of horror and pacing of the stories.

Thanks to @netgalley and @authorjasonparent for providing this arc in exchange for a review!

This mini collection of horror stories were quite interesting. Each story was unique in it's own way. The suspense and thrill was captivating, I was truly amazed by some of the stories.

I enjoyed this novel. I would recommend this novel for readers who would are interested in scary, dark thrills. It's worth a read.