Vile, Grotesque, and Brutal This collection features some of Daniel J. Volpe’s most disturbing stories ever, including the 2021 Grossout finalist, Strawberry Shortcake. Lost Girl, Found Dog- When Becca is abducted, she thinks the worst. Her captor has killed before and his plan for the young girl is his most diabolical yet. But, when a mysterious woman arrives at the cabin, new hope for Becca blooms. Green Bleeds Red- People go missing every day. Many times, they’re never heard from again, but when Libby comes home after three years, Ricky is stunned. His wife has finally returned, but is she alone? Fair Food- Everyone loves a treat from time to time. Sometimes gluttony can be deadly. Die, Hive Scum- Skeever is a thief, but when he steals from criminal underlord Sardom Senk, his sticky fingers may have landed him in hot water for the last time. On his trail are a pair of detectives who will stop at nothing to retrieve the stolen item. The Dead Never Die- Modern medicine is a wonder of the world, but it can be a nightmare for some. These stories and more reside in the pages of this book. They live in gore, vomit, and excrement, just waiting to fuel your nightmares for days to come.