Elizabeth Suggs
State: Utah
Elizabeth Suggs is a dynamic force in indie publishing: an author, editor, entrepreneur, and co-owner of Collective Tales Publishing. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, she also founded the LUW Romance Writers Chapter and operates Editing Mee, an author services platform offering editing, formatting, marketing, and publishing support. A creativity enthusiast and storyteller at heart, she made waves with her short story “Into the Dark,” which became an Amazon bestseller and captured second place in the Quills Short Story Contest with “Technicolor Tears.” Whether donning the hat of a cosplayer, popular bookstagrammer, or globe-trotting traveler, Elizabeth brings infectious energy and community spirit to every endeavor. Her forthcoming plans include a dystopian romance novel, a memoir about her grandfather, and additional short stories and novellas in development. Through her multifaceted roles, she continues to uplift fellow writers and deliver immersive, moving stories.
Genres: Horror, Poetry, Romance, Science Fiction
Audiences: Adult
Books by Elizabeth Suggs
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Costs of Living
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Costs of Living: A Whisper House Press Horror Anthology is a darkly inventive collection that explores the monsters lurking not just under our beds, but in our homes, neighborhoods, and minds. With stories that are by turns grotesque, satirical, terrifying, and deeply moving, this anthology showcases the terrors of landlords, HOAs, live-in companions (human or not), and the unshakable presence of the eternal. Featuring an inclusive mix of debut voices and award-winning authors, Costs of Living delivers suburban dread, psychological chills, and uncanny twists that expose the unsettling costs of everyday existence.
Darkness Series
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
The Darkness series (Darkness 101 and Darkness 102) is a uniquely structured horror anthology collection where every tale is trimmed to precisely 101 or 102 words. Each entry delivers a punch of terror, irony, or dark humor—like twisted fables that explore vampires, mummies, werewolves, murder, monsters, and the cruel lessons of karma. With contributions from award-winning and emerging horror writers, the series blends the grotesque, the absurd, and the chilling into bite-sized doses perfect for readers who crave quick but unforgettable scares.
Collective Fantasy: An Unsavory Anthology
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Collective Fantasy: An Unsavory Anthology drags readers into the shadowed corners of the fantasy genre, where danger lurks in every alley and honor is hard to find. This collection of gritty, atmospheric tales explores the darker side of magical realms, taking you from underground jousting tournaments to crumbling castles and blood-soaked battlefields. With thieves, witches, assassins, profiteers, and corrupt rulers at center stage, these stories revel in the morally gray and the deliciously unsavory. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy who crave intrigue, treachery, and the thrill of stepping into worlds where survival often outweighs virtue.
Little Fantasy: A Companion to Collective Fantasy
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Cursed Cooking: A Horror Community Cookbook and Food Horror Anthology
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Cursed Cooking: A Horror Community Cookbook and Food Horror Anthology blends culinary creativity with spine-tingling scares in a unique feast of recipes and terrifying tales. Divided into three courses—appetizers, entrées, and desserts—this hybrid collection offers real-world dishes alongside bite-sized drabbles, chilling short stories, and frightful flash fiction. From ghostly gastronomy to cursed confections, every page delivers a flavorful mix of the delicious and the dreadful, making it a must-read for horror fans and foodies alike.
Collective Darkness: A Horror Anthology
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Collective Darkness: A Horror Anthology invites readers to confront the monsters that lurk in the shadows, both real and imagined. Featuring chilling stories from new and rising voices in horror, this collection takes you on a journey through the twisted corridors of fear—from the haunting unknown in “The Fallout” to the sinister unraveling of love in “Feast.” Each tale is designed to make you question the safety of the dark and remind you why you once hid under the covers. Terrifying, unsettling, and unforgettable, this anthology captures what it truly means to be afraid.
Little Darkness: A companion to Collective Darkness
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Tales from the Monoverse: A Last Waltz Anthology
Genre: Science Fiction
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, Sci-Fi Fantasy
Tales from the Monoverse: A Last Waltz Anthology presents sixteen imaginative stories set in grayscale worlds where the sudden appearance of color carries profound meaning. From past to future, and from human struggles to monstrous encounters, each tale explores how rarity and beauty shape societies, stir conflict, and awaken the deepest parts of the human spirit. This striking collection asks whether color is a gift, a curse, or something far more dangerous when it invades a monochrome reality.
Tales from the Monoverse: A Last Waltz Anthology
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Collective Chaos
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Dystopian Sci-Fi
Collective Chaos: An Apocalyptic Anthology plunges readers into chilling visions of the end, where humanity’s greatest fears play out in shattered cities, dying worlds, and futures dominated by ruin. From environmental collapse to alien invasions, from political tyranny to technological downfall, each story exposes just how fragile civilization truly is—and how quickly it can crumble. Brutal, haunting, and thought-provoking, this anthology challenges readers to confront the darkest versions of tomorrow.
Little Chaos: A Companion Copy to Collective Chaos
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Deluxe Darkness: Three Horror Anthologies in One
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Deluxe Darkness: Three Horror Anthologies in One gathers the terrifying best of Collective Darkness, Little Darkness, and The Darkness Between into a single volume—plus two chilling bonus tales found nowhere else. From macabre short stories to unsettling flash fiction and eerie poetry, this collection showcases a range of voices and styles that explore fear in all its haunting forms. Whether you prefer subtle psychological dread or grotesque horrors that linger long after reading, this anthology delivers a full-spectrum descent into the dark.
Collective Visions
Genre: Science Fiction
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Collective Visions: Lost in Transmission is a sci-fi anthology of thirteen inventive tales where communication breaks down in spectacular—and often dangerous—ways. From garbled messages and malfunctioning robots to alien trickery, false prophecies, and missed human connections, each story explores how a single misstep in understanding can alter destinies. Featuring returning favorites like Alex Child, Jonathan Reddoch, Elizabeth Suggs, and D.A. Butcher alongside fresh new voices, this collection blends satire, heartbreak, and adventure into one thought-provoking journey through the cosmos.
Collective Visions: Lost in Transmission
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Little Visions: A Companion Copy to Collective Visions
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Love Is Complicated: A Romance Anthology
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Love Is Complicated: A Romance Anthology gathers more than a dozen heartfelt stories from Utah authors, each exploring the many twists, turns, and triumphs of love. From near-misses and second chances to unexpected connections across distant lands, this collection shows that even in a complicated world, love is always worth the journey. With diverse voices and perspectives, these tales offer something for every romantic at heart.
Collective Humanity: An LGBTQ+ Anthology of Imaginative Fiction and Poetry
Genre: Contemporary
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, LGBTQ+
Collective Humanity: An LGBTQ+ Anthology of Imaginative Fiction and Poetry is a powerful collection that celebrates identity, resilience, and the beauty of human diversity. Featuring short stories and poetry from queer authors and allies, the anthology explores themes of love, struggle, bravery, despair, and hope through speculative and imaginative lenses. Each piece offers a fresh perspective on the shared human experience, reminding readers that while our journeys may differ, we are all part of the same spectrum of humanity.
Lost Between Light & Shadow: A Collection of Dark Poetry
Genre: Poetry
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Lost Between Light & Shadow: A Collection of Dark Poetry is an evocative anthology where eighteen poets traverse the boundaries of brightness and darkness, revealing the haunting beauty that exists in between. From eerie children and monstrous correspondents to the lingering echoes of war, these poems capture both the fantastical and the painfully real. With tones shifting between sinister, hopeful, and contemplative, this collection invites readers to reflect on the dualities of existence and discover sparks of imagination within the shadows.
Wasatch Witches: A Collection of Utah Horror
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Wasatch Witches: A Collection of Utah Horror conjures twenty-five chilling stories and poems that explore the many faces of witchcraft—terrifying, tragic, and sometimes twistedly triumphant. From unsuspecting souls who discover too late that magic is all too real, to dark practitioners who meet unexpected fates, to witches battling creatures far more sinister than themselves, this anthology brings eerie new life to one of humanity’s oldest fascinations. Whether you’re drawn to the curse, the cauldron, or the cackle, these tales will keep you spellbound long after you’ve turned the final page.
Dread Mondays: A Whisper House Press Horror Anthology
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Dread Mondays: A Whisper House Press Horror Anthology turns the drudgery of work into something far more sinister, revealing the nightmares hiding behind timecards, cubicles, and customer service smiles. Split into three sections—Retail Hell, Institutional Terror, and Corporate Nightmare—this collection gathers Bram Stoker Award winners, acclaimed authors, and bold new voices from around the world to explore the dark absurdities of labor. From the horrors of forced cheer in customer-facing jobs to the suffocating order of schools and libraries, and the dehumanizing ambition of corporate life, these stories prove that the workplace is often the scariest place of all.
Tricks & Treats: A Romance and Horror Microfiction Anthology
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Tricks & Treats: A Romance and Horror Microfiction Anthology delivers a delicious mix of chills and thrills in bite-sized form, blending heart-pounding horror with swoon-worthy romance. Born from the first RoHo Retreat Collaboration in Cedar City, Utah, this anthology showcases seven writers’ diverse voices as they explore the haunting intersections of love, loss, and the supernatural. Perfect for readers who enjoy quick yet powerful stories, this collection proves that both romance and horror can be just as potent—and unforgettable—in miniature.
Tricks & Treats: A Romance and Horror Microfiction Anthology
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Still of Winter
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, Dark Fantasy
Still of Winter is a haunting anthology that captures the eerie silence and fragile beauty of the coldest season, where snow muffles the world and trees stand as ancient sentinels whispering secrets to the wind. Within its pages, authors, poets, and photographers from around the globe explore the intersection of winter’s stillness with fantasy, horror, and science fiction. From unsettling encounters in frozen forests to strange myths that awaken with the snow, each contribution reflects how quickly tranquility can turn to terror—or wonder—when the stillness of winter is disturbed.
Still of Winter
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So We Meet Again: LUW Anthology Chapter
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
So We Meet Again: LUW Anthology Chapter is a charming collection of micro-romance stories, each precisely 100 words, crafted by members of the League of Utah Writers Romance Chapter. Centered on the theme of rekindled connections—whether it’s unexpected reunions, chance encounters with lost loves, or sparks reigniting from old flames—these bite-sized tales deliver the warmth, hope, and heart-flutter of romance in just a few lines. Perfect for readers who want a quick pick-me-up, this anthology proves that sometimes, love doesn’t just return—it comes back stronger.
So We Meet Again: LUW Anthology Chapter
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Second Chance : An LUW Romance Anthology
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Second Chance: An LUW Romance Anthology gathers ten diverse and heartfelt stories from talented writers who celebrate the many faces of love. From a playful gay ballet romp to a haunting ghostly rendezvous, an emotionally charged erotic tale (with content warnings), and even a hilariously disastrous first date, this collection explores the joys, struggles, and surprises of romance in all its forms. With a wide range of voices and styles, Second Chance proves that love—whether rekindled, rediscovered, or found in the most unexpected places—is always worth the risk.
Second Chance : An LUW Romance Anthology
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Shadowed Hourglass: A Collection of Poetry and Prose
Genre: Poetry
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Shadowed Hourglass: A Collection of Poetry and Prose reflects on the inexorable passage of time and the transformations it brings, capturing the fleeting yet profound moments that shape who we are. Through award-winning poems and short prose, this anthology contemplates change, memory, growth, and the wisdom earned as the sands slip through the glass. Each piece offers a unique voice and perspective, blending introspection with artistry to illuminate how we navigate the inevitability of time.
The Witching Time of Night
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
The Witching Time of Night is the debut horror anthology from the Salt City Genre Writers, featuring seventeen chilling tales that explore the many faces of fear. From a father’s desperate attempt to save his daughter from death, to a witch steering her starship through dark power, to unsettling bargains, unraveling minds, and even monstrous snorkel wasps, each story delves into a unique nightmare born from its author’s imagination. This collection showcases the breadth of modern horror, from the psychological to the grotesque, proving that terror can strike in unexpected forms.
The Function of Freedom
Genre: Poetry
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
The Function of Freedom: The League of Utah Writers 85th Anniversary Commemorative Anthology celebrates eight and a half decades of fostering creativity and storytelling across Utah. This competitive collection features a diverse range of fiction, poetry, and personal essays from both emerging voices and established authors, showcasing the breadth and depth of talent within the League. With contributions spanning multiple genres and themes, the anthology stands as both a tribute to the past and a testament to the vibrant future of Utah’s literary community.