"She seems dead set on delivering one of the best stories in every collection she releases... At every step, I could feel how meticulously the story was crafted with callbacks, parallels, and just damn great turns of phrase. It felt like every element of this story pulled double duty as the plot advanced and it all felt organic instead of on the nose. I'm also a big fan of figurative language fitting with the characterization and Dair gave it in spades."

-Amazon Review

"Interesting, complex characters and important themes. Your imagery is particularly resonant, and the scene with the slave trader is especially chilling."

-Shannon Baker and Gwen Florio, Official 2019 Colorado Gold Contest Chairs. 

Bronze Medal Winner (Mainstream)

“'Gemini' by Dair Brown genuinely surprised me. I mean, I have enjoyed all of Dair’s previous stories, so I go into one with a certain degree of expectation. But somehow, she still pulled one over on me and delivered one of my absolute favorites of the collection with a story that’s a continuation of her short “The Block” from Autumn Noir... It’s a fine line to walk, putting poetic lines into prose fiction without it feeling a bit out of place, but Dair did just that multiple times with this story." - Amazon Review

"A fantastic selection of crime, mystery, and thrillers guaranteed to please short story lovers... Another collection of short stories, this time moving from horror, sci-fi, and fantasy into the genres of crime, mystery, suspense, and thriller. I’m happy to say that I enjoyed this collection even more than the previous one... I thought Dair’s story, in particular, really captured the spirit of the theme All in all, Autumn Noir showcases Dair and Robin's talents, not just with their own writing, but as curators for fantastic stories. This was a great read I would recommend for anyone who loves short stories. Especially if you love crime and thriller stories, check this anthology out. I can’t wait to see what comes next in future anthologies!"

-Amazon Review

"The Block" was also another incredibly well written and enticing tale..."

-Goodreads Review

"Projection of Shadows is a gripping read that draws you in from the first page.

H. Dair Brown’s writing is fluid, modern, and dynamic, creating a tense atmosphere that keeps you hooked throughout. The choice to weave a fictional story from a real historical event adds depth and gives the narrative a rich, layered context. The protagonist’s inner struggle with guilt and memory makes this more than just a suspenseful story. Brown is certainly an author to watch. Plus, the stylish cover design perfectly matches the tone of the book!"

-Amazon Review

Escape - "Impressive cinema horror anthology!

Listen - "Creepy, unpredictable, and atmospheric. A great and haunting anthology."

Watch - "Refreshingly different from the typical TV-horror anthology!"

Capture - "Delightfully creepy! Very entertaining crime-meets-horror stories...all of them left me thinking and having a little trouble getting to sleep."

Host - "Absolutely original stories, scary, chilling, and creepy!"

Lurk - "Skillfully explores the thin line between innovation and horror. Each story taps into our fears, presenting unsettling scenarios where technology shifts from helpful to haunting."

-Amazon & Goodreads Reviews