One Word Story

On Night 28 of the Anthology of Horror Halloween Special, simplicity becomes sinister in “One Word Story” by Anthony Naranjo. It’s a tale that strips horror down to its bare bones—tight, precise, and quietly unnerving. The premise seems harmless at first, but as the words begin to build, something dark begins to emerge between the lines.

Tension grows not from what’s said, but from what isn’t. Each word carries weight, each silence feels deliberate, and by the time the story reaches its conclusion, it’s hard to tell whether you’ve read a story… or been trapped inside one.

Credits:

• Story: “One Word Story” by Anthony Naranjo
• Narration: Spring Heeled Jack (Anthony Landis)
• Produced by: Mickie Eberz
• Music by: Empress
• Closing Song: “Spellbound” by Empress