What waits in the rusted drum behind the garage? What watches from the trees when the full moon breaks through the clouds? In Tales of the Arcane and Fantastic, thirteen strange and spellbinding stories crackle with energy and the unknown. Old legends take on new life in the shadows of the forest. A haunted house stirs after years of silence. An unlikely survivor fights for more than just breath. From the eerie to the heartfelt, the uncanny to the quietly beautiful, these tales move fast and bite deep. Perfect for reading by firelight, you'll find horrors that crawl, creatures you were told didn't exist, and people who discover more than they ever bargained for... including, maybe, a glimmer of love in the eye of a storm. For readers who like their chills mixed with wonder and a touch of heart, this collection offers a ride you won't forget, no matter how badly you want to.