Jonathan Reddoch
State: Utah
Jonathan Reddoch is a multifaceted writer, editor, publisher, and co-owner of Collective Tales Publishing, based in Utah. With a background in higher-education writing and editing, he shifted gears during the COVID-19 pandemic, seizing the opportunity to focus on launching an independent publishing venture alongside partner Elizabeth Suggs. As a dedicated father of two spirited daughters, Jonathan infuses both creative energy and authenticity into his work. He writes across genres—particularly horror, science fiction, fantasy, and romance—bringing inventive, sometimes witty, short fiction to life. Among his notable pieces are the darkly atmospheric “Padua’s Eyes,” featured in Collective Darkness: A Horror Anthology, and the evocative poem “The Piper’s Song” in Little Darkness. With more poetry and fiction forthcoming in anthologies like Hope Screams Eternal, Jonathan continues to expand his literary voice in the indie publishing world.
Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Poetry, Romance, Science Fiction
Audiences: Adult
Books by Jonathan Reddoch
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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.
Dark Decades: A Century of Technological Terror
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Dark Decades: A Century of Technological Terror is a chilling anthology that traces how our fascination with machines and progress has quietly transformed into fear, paranoia, and monstrous realities. Spanning from the 1920s to today, these stories explore the sinister side of innovation, where radios, televisions, computers, and the internet itself evolve into nightmares that stalk, listen, and entrap unsuspecting victims. Each decade reveals a new layer of technological dread, weaving a haunting history of how convenience becomes corruption and how progress can devour its creators.

Dark Decades: A Century of Technological Terror
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Collective Fantasy: An Unsavory Anthology
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, Dark Fantasy
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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Creating Hope (The League of Utah Writers Anthology Series)
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Creating Hope (The League of Utah Writers Anthology Series) is a moving collection of short works—both fiction and non-fiction—that shine a light on the many ways hope can manifest, even in the darkest of times. With contributions from an array of talented authors, the anthology offers stories, essays, and reflections that span genres and voices, yet all converge on the universal theme of resilience, healing, and the belief in brighter tomorrows. From imaginative worlds of fantasy to deeply personal true accounts, each piece reminds readers of the enduring power of hope to inspire, uplift, and connect us all.

Creating Hope (The League of Utah Writers Anthology Series)
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The Fear Doctor
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
The Fear Doctor: A Dragon Soul Press Anthology delivers twenty-five spine-tingling drabbles—each exactly 100 words—that pack a powerful dose of horror into bite-sized form. From the unsettling gaze of ordinary pets to grotesque creatures lurking in the shadows, these chilling tales prove that terror doesn’t need length to leave a lasting scar. Crafted by a diverse lineup of authors, each story invites you to question the safety of your surroundings and the hidden darkness in everyday life. Perfect for quick reads that still haunt you long after, this anthology is a compact but potent prescription for fear.

The Fear Doctor
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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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A Little Fantasy Everywhere
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
A Little Fantasy Everywhere is a delightful anthology of forty-eight short and flash fantasy tales that transport readers into worlds brimming with imagination. From whimsical fairies to fire-breathing dragons and a host of magical creatures in between, these bite-sized stories offer moments of wonder, charm, and the occasional shiver. Perfect for readers who love to dip into fantastical adventures in quick bursts, this collection proves that a little fantasy can be found everywhere—if you just know where to look.
Captured: An Inky Bones Press Dark Decades Anthology
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Captured: An Inky Bones Press Dark Decades Anthology resurrects the neon glow and VHS-fueled thrills of the 1980s, then warps them into something far more sinister. This chilling collection dives into the nostalgic world of video rental stores, homemade camcorder tapes, pirated films, and the golden rule of rewinding—only to reveal what horrors might have been lurking inside those plastic cases. From cursed recordings to sinister store clerks, each story explores what happens when the monsters on the screen refuse to stay put. Equal parts eerie and nostalgic, this anthology dares readers to hit play… if they’re brave enough.

Captured: An Inky Bones Press Dark Decades Anthology
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Collective Chaos
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, 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.
The Damned: A Dragon Soul Press Anthology
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
The Damned: A Dragon Soul Press Anthology delivers thirteen chilling drabbles—each exactly 100 words—that pack maximum terror into bite-sized doses. From unsettling pets to monsters in the shadows to everyday people hiding sinister secrets, these compact nightmares prove that horror doesn’t need length to leave a lasting mark. Perfect for readers who crave quick but haunting stories, this collection will make you question the safety of your home, your neighbors, and even the creatures you thought you could trust.

The Damned: A Dragon Soul Press Anthology
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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.
This Isn't the Place: A Collection of Utah Horror
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
This Isn’t the Place: A Collection of Utah Horror takes readers beyond haunted houses and into the eerie landscapes of Utah, where the dead and the uncanny refuse to stay hidden. Across 24 chilling stories and poems, sinister forces emerge from abandoned theme parks, assisted living facilities, polluted landscapes, cursed toys, and dark forests—revealing that terror can strike anywhere you wander. With contributions from both established and rising horror voices, this anthology proves that sometimes the scariest places aren’t far from home.
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.
Dead Stars and Stone Arches: A Collection of Utah Horror
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Dead Stars and Stone Arches: A Collection of Utah Horror is a chilling anthology of thirty-seven stories and poems that peer into the abyss of forbidden knowledge and cosmic dread. Rooted in the eerie landscapes and uncanny quiet of Utah, these tales reveal hidden terrors, unspeakable truths, and the mind-breaking horrors that slumber just beyond human comprehension. For those unlucky enough to glimpse what lies in the shadows, the revelations are as irreversible as they are terrifying. This is a journey into the unknown where madness waits, and sometimes ignorance truly is bliss.
Beyond Beehives: Poetry & Prose Commemorating Utah's First 125 Years of Statehood
Genre: Poetry
Audience: Adult
Beyond Beehives: Poetry & Prose Commemorating Utah's First 125 Years of Statehood is a richly woven anthology that captures Utah’s past, present, and imagined future through poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. With works exploring forgotten histories, hidden lore, cultural identity, and personal reflections, this collection paints a diverse and multifaceted portrait of Utah as more than a place—it’s an evolving story. Featuring contributions from an array of talented voices, the anthology invites readers to reflect on 125 years of statehood while imagining what lies ahead.

Beyond Beehives: Poetry & Prose Commemorating Utah's First 125 Years of Statehood
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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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Soul Ink: Volume 2
Genre: Poetry
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Soul Ink: Volume 2: A Dragon Soul Press Anthology is a moving collection of poetry that captures the full range of human experience—childhood nostalgia, life’s hardships, fierce emotions, and timeless tales. With voices from both new and seasoned poets, this anthology offers lyrical comfort, sparks of passion, and reflections that resonate across cultures and generations. Whether you’re drawn to tender imagery or bold expressions, this volume ensures every poetry lover will discover verses that speak to the heart.

Soul Ink: Volume 2
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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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Cute At First Meet: A Flash-Fiction Romance Anthology
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Cute At First Meet: A Flash-Fiction Romance Anthology is a charming collection of short, bite-sized tales celebrating the magic of the “meet cute.” Written by members of the League of Utah Writers Romance Chapter, these flash-fiction stories capture the spark of first encounters—whether in everyday moments, unexpected adventures, or even fantastical worlds where love still finds a way. Sweet, quick, and full of heart, this anthology is perfect for readers who love to savor little doses of romance on the go.

Cute At First Meet: A Flash-Fiction Romance Anthology
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Hope Screams Eternal
Genre: Horror
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology
Hope Screams Eternal is a chilling anthology that twists the promise of spring into something far more sinister. While the season is often associated with renewal, rebirth, and growth, these stories, poems, and artworks from global creators explore what happens when new life takes a darker form—when what awakens is not hope, but horror. From unsettling imagery to sinister reinterpretations of nature’s bloom, this collection burrows deep into the subconscious, leaving readers to question what truly stirs in the shadows of springtime.

Hope Screams Eternal
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