Dark Flock: Freaky Feathered Fiction

From weaponized migratory birds to the dangers of birding at the Museum of Creation, Poll glides through the anxiety of the apocalypse and living in the end times. This debut collection tackles themes of transformation, decay, and extinction through the lens of birders and birding and is sure to set your mind aflutter with disquieting dreams and darkness. Truly a fine flock of feathered flash fiction!​

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Did I know that I wanted to read a collection of dark-toned, bird-themed short stories? No. And yet, as soon as I started reading these well-crafted works from around the world, my imagination took flight in the most amazing ways. A very engaging collection from the good people at the Stygian Society!​

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“I call my genre ‘Twilight Zone Birding’.”

Intrigued? So were we.

Dark Flock isn't your average novel. It's a curated collection of freaky feathered fiction. From post-apocalyptic birding expeditions to eerie encounters with surreal avian forces, each story in this collection will leave you questioning reality. Join characters as they navigate through twisted narratives set in Denmark, Korea, and beyond, where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs. With a blend of mystery, dystopia, and paranormal, "Dark Flock" promises to captivate readers with its unique concepts in Matt Poll’s world of Twilight Zone Birding.

Dark Flock takes flight this May, 2024, and you can get your advance copy plus incredible (and accurate) birding pinups by the talented Nyco Rudolph right here! Dark Flock is truly a first of its kind and we can't wait for you to get your hands on it.