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The White Guy Dies First: 13 Scary Stories of Fear and Power

Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

Kalynn Bayron

Kendare Blake

H.E. Edgmon

Lamar Giles

Chloe Gong

Alexis Henderson

Tiffany D. Jackson

Adiba Jaigirdar

Naseem Jamnia

Karen Strong

Mark Oshiro

Terry J. Benton-Walker

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13 SCARY STORIES. 13 AUTHORS OF COLOR. 13 TIMES WE SURVIVED... THE FIRST KILL.

The White Guy Dies First includes thirteen scary stories by all-star contributors and this time, the white guy dies first.

Killer clowns, a hungry hedge maze, and rich kids who got bored. Friendly cannibals, impossible slashers, and the dead who don’t stay dead... A museum curator who despises “diasporic inaccuracies.” A sweet girl and her diary of happy thoughts. An old house that just wants friends forever...

These stories are filled with ancient terrors and modern villains, but go ahead, go into the basement, step onto the old plantation, and open the magician’s mystery box because this time, the white guy dies first.

Edited by Terry J. Benton-Walker, including stories from bestselling, award-winning, and up-and-coming contributors: Adiba Jaigirdar, Alexis Henderson, Chloe Gong, Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, H. E. Edgmon, Kalynn Bayron, Karen Strong, Kendare Blake, Lamar Giles, Mark Oshiro, Naseem Jamnia, Tiffany D. Jackson, and Terry J. Benton-Walker.

A collection you’ll be dying to talk about… if you survive it.

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As someone who isn’t typically drawn to anthologies, ‘The White Guy Dies First,’ edited by Terry J. Benton-Walker, pleasantly surprised me with its diverse and chilling tales. Featuring 13 scary stories by a lineup of bestselling, award-winning, and up-and-coming BIPOC authors, this anthology promises a fresh perspective on horror where BIPOC characters take center stage and break the genre’s traditional tropes. From killer clowns to haunted houses and beyond, each story delivers its own brand of terror with a twist — this time, the white guy really does die first.

What struck me most about this collection is its ability to cater to a wide range of horror tastes. Some stories gripped me from the first page with their eerie atmospheres and unexpected twists, while others left me pondering their deeper themes long after I finished reading. The anthology not only celebrates diversity through its characters but also proudly showcases queer and trans identities, adding layers of complexity and authenticity to the narratives. There’s a palpable sense of excitement and creativity in every story, ensuring there’s something to unsettle and enthrall every horror enthusiast.

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