Reading Stephen Simpson's Books Online for Free

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Escape into worlds of horror with Stephen Simpson. His stories are dark, scary, creepy, and sometimes gory with gasp endings about things that go bump in the night!

What if I told you that you could dive into this magical universe for free?

Who is Stephen Simpson?


Stephen Simpson has been telling scary young adult stories since 2008. 

If the thrill of a racing heart, the goosebumps on your skin, the spine-tingling anticipation of what lies beyond the page excites you then you’ll enjoy reading these horror fiction stories.

Readers can discover more about Stephen Simpson and his haunting works at stephensimpsonbooks.com or follow him on social media @fictionforthesoul, where he shares insights into his writing process and connects with his growing fanbase.

Stephen Simpson’s young adult horror books offer scary adventures awaiting you in every chapter.

Happy reading!

Frequently Asked Questions: Author's Rights to Share Content

Q: Are you allowed to share chapters of your books on this website?

A: Yes, absolutely. As the author and copyright holder of all works published under my name (Lynette Ferreira) and my pen name (Stephen Simpson), I have full rights to distribute my content as I see fit. This includes sharing chapters or entire books for free on my personal website.

Q: Isn't this copyright infringement?

A: Not at all. Copyright infringement occurs when someone uses copyrighted material without the owner's permission. As the author and copyright owner, I am giving myself permission to share my own work.

Q: Why are you sharing your books for free? Doesn't this hurt your sales?

A: I've been a published author since 2008, and I'm now in a position where I can give back to my readers. Sharing chapters for free is my way of thanking my audience and potentially introducing new readers to my work. While it might seem counterintuitive, many authors find that sharing content for free can actually boost overall readership and sales.

Q: What if I find your content on another website?

A: If you find my content reproduced on another website without my permission, please let me know. While I have the right to share my work, others do not have the right to copy and distribute it without my consent.

Q: Can I share these free chapters with others?

A: While I appreciate your enthusiasm, I kindly ask that you direct others to my website to read the free chapters. This helps me keep track of readership and ensures that readers have access to the most up-to-date versions of the chapters.

Q: Do you still sell full versions of your books?

A: Yes, complete versions of my books are still available for purchase through various retailers. 

If you have any other questions about my rights to share content or my publishing practices, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.


Now available to read in full:


Mark of the Beast (Triple Six series, Book 1)


What My Soul Does When I Am Asleep


Murder Gone Viral


The Invisible Girl in Room Thirteen

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