Black Sheep: Unique Tales of Terror and Wonder No. 25 / July 2025

Welcome to Black Sheep: Unique Tales of Terror and Wonder, an extraordinary anthology magazine that transcends the boundaries of science-fiction, fantasy, and horror. Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through the darkest corners of the human imagination, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the mundane transforms into a realm of unspeakable terror and awe-inspiring wonder. Within these pages, you'll discover a collection of captivating stories carefully curated to transport you to realms beyond the mundane. Each issue presents an array of unique tales crafted by talented visionaries, both established and emerging, who dare to defy conventions and push the boundaries of speculative fiction. Whether you're a seasoned lover of the fantastic or just curious to explore new frontiers, Black Sheep: Unique Tales of Terror and Wonder will be your guide through the realms of the extraordinary. Prepare to be enthralled, enchanted, haunted. So put on your dark sunglasses … and unleash your inner Black Sheep. In this issue: ALL THE LIGHT AND SOUND Tyler Zachary Hackney BEA'S CURIOUS DILEMMA George Larson SHELLS Christine Catallo THE ALLURE: THE DRAGON Akeem Deacon DEATH GRADER Wayne Kyle Spitzer IN HIM, WE KNOW FREEDOM Stephen A. Roddewig BILLY Jason Lamb A RITUAL FOR PROTECTION FOR GIRLS TK Hudson OUT OF THE MINES D.L. Henderson THE SOUL OF THE SWAMP Braden Benzinger