Author of books and Creepypastas. Former corrections Officer. My most popular books are my Dark Tales of Cryptids series of horror, along with my combination novel of horror and dark humor (Misadventures of a Cryptid Hunter). I’ve also published 2 crime/mystery novels based in a prison, a YA novel, a children’s horror book ALA Goosebumps, 2 domestic thrillers, along with several short horror story collections.
My latest book, 'Dark Tales of the Strange and Bizarre' is a group of short stories that could feel right at home in a Poe book or an episode of The Twilight Zone.
Currently working on my upcoming series of zombie novels. Some of my stories have been narrated by youtubers, garnering nearly 6 million views.
Author of books and Creepypastas. Former corrections Officer. My most popular books are my Dark Tales of Cryptids series of horror, along with my combination novel of horror and dark humor (Misadventures of a Cryptid Hunter). I’ve also published 2 crime/mystery novels based in a prison, a YA novel, a children’s horror book ALA Goosebumps, 2 domestic thrillers, along with several short horror story collections.
The zombie infection lurks in the depths of the earth, waiting to be unleashed.
All Gus Swanson ever wanted was to be left alone to his farm and family. But when the infection turns him into patient zero, a path of destruction begins that could envelope the entire human race.
As the world continues to spin on, unaware of the horror that lurks...
Get ready to enter a world of darkness and mystery as you delve into the pages of "Dark Tales of the Strange and Bizarre" by Michael Kelso. This chilling collection of short stories will take you on a journey through the twisted minds of killers, the unknown depths of the ocean, and the eerie corners of museums and gardens.
Runner up 2024 New York Book Festival, Wild Card category!
I didn't sign up for this. I never wanted to be a cryptid hunter. I didn’t even believe in cryptids. I always thought they were the stuff of bedtime stories to keep kids quiet and in bed, scared out of their wits, when mom and dad wanted some quality time together.
