WEST WARWICK, R.I. - s4story -- Following the acclaim of his debut novel, Welcome to the Absolutely Astounding Life of Whistle Evel Fonzarelli Starr, West Kingston, Rhode Island author Shane Hopkins returns with a gripping new collection that blurs the lines between terror and ecstasy. His second release, Beautiful Nightmares: A Kaleidoscope of Twisted Twists, is a hauntingly vivid exploration of the human experience—one chilling short story at a time.

This collection of horror shorts promises to take readers on a relentless emotional roller coaster, plunging from moments of blissful serenity to the darkest corners of dread. With every page turn, Hopkins challenges readers to confront the dualities of their own nature—joy and despair, love and fear, hero and villain.

"Are these characters good? Are they bad? That's for you to decide," Hopkins teases. "But make no mistake—once you meet them, they'll never leave your mind."

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Each tale in Beautiful Nightmares is a standalone experience, yet all are connected by Hopkins' signature flair for psychological depth, breakneck pacing, and deliciously twisted endings that will leave your mind spinning with confused delight.

Whether you're a longtime horror aficionado or simply crave fiction that dares to dive deep into the emotional spectrum, Beautiful Nightmares is a must-read. Prepare to question everything—and enjoy every terrifying second of it.

Shane Hopkins Shane Joseph Hopkins is a newly retired twenty-five-year veteran of the Newport, Rhode Island Fire Department. Before that, Shane served his country in the United States Navy during "not so friendly times." After his tour of duty, he was honorably discharged. He now lives with his wife, Lisa, in their log cabin surrounded by plenty of woods on six acres in Southern Rhode Island. They have two grown children, Kelcey Read and Dryden Peter. They also enjoy seven crazy grandchildren.

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A special book signing party for Beautiful Nightmares is scheduled for Thursday, August 7^th at 4 p.m. at The Carriage Inn, 1065 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown, RI. Signed copies will be available for purchase. Parking and admission are free.

Beautiful Nightmares is available to purchase through select bookstores and gift shops, major online retailers, and through its publisher at http://www.stillwaterbooksri.com. In addition, hand-signed copies are available from the author.

Beautiful Nightmares: A Kaleidoscope of Twisted Twists
by Shane Joseph Hopkins
Paperback: $20.00 / Hardcover: $28.00
Pages: 320