Eric Kleinschmidt, Sr. is a long-time author of dark, death-metal themed poetry and has published two books under the moniker Twisted Spike Poetry Presents... and has a third large volume of same, waiting to be published. This is his first venture into the territory he loves so much - telling short horror stories. Much of his poetry consists of micro-stories that are usually horror-themed. He's got a beautiful wife, four great kids, and five grandchildren who fill his life with great happiness. Some of the works he does are very dark and taboo in nature, but all to a greater purpose - that of telling a story that he feels will stick with the reader for a long time. From the dark winters of northern Wisconsin comes a writer who is not afraid to take you to the edge and over - and to make you feel every detail on the way down. He sincerely hopes you will enjoy this trip.