James Agombar resides near the treacherous waters of Southend-On-Sea, Essex, UK. He has published over thirty short stories with over twenty publishers, including two collections of his own, where visions of the speculative, criminal and supernatural have taken hold of his mind (usually alongside a bottle of whiskey). He holds a BA Hons in Humanities where the creative writing module inspired his first published work ‘The Spectre of San Estradus’ with Luna Press in winter 2015.
Taking inspiration from authors such as Ray Bradbury, H. P Lovecraft, and Richard Matheson, he has become renowned for his captivating horror stories in the noir style. With a flair for crafting dark and atmospheric narratives, Agombar has developed a distinct voice that sends shivers down readers’ spines. His works delve into the depths of human nature, exploring the macabre and unsettling aspects of the human psyche.
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Since 2015 his work has been published in a variety of anthologies including The World of Myth Anthology: Volume IV, Discordia: Stories of a World in Chaos, Water Turns Red: An Anthology of Crime Stories, Black Veins: An Anthology of Horror Stories, Beyond: Horror Flash Fiction, I Cast You Out!: Stories of Possession, Aftermath: A Selection of Dark Fiction, Morbid Appetites: A Collection of Deadly Sins, Unity: Volume 1 & 2, Fall Into the Abyss: Weird Fiction & Cosmic Horror Stories, The CultureCult Casebook: An Anthology of Detective Fiction, A Question of Loyalty: Eight Stories of Mystery & Intrigue, The Best of Wanderlust Journal 2019 & 2020, as well as some online journals and magazines
One of his most celebrated works which has recently been reprinted in ‘An Ancient Curse: Volume 1’ by CultureCult Press, is the short story ‘Shetani’. This chilling masterpiece garnered widespread acclaim for its seamless fusion of horror and noir elements. Set in a sinister world of malevolent spirits and supernatural forces, the story weaves a web of suspense and terror, leaving the readers on the edge of their seats. Agombar’s skilful characterisation and evocative prose transports readers into a realm of darkness and uncertainty. ‘Shetani’ showcases Agombar’s ability to create a haunting atmosphere, morally complex characters, and an unrelenting sense of foreboding. With this remarkable achievement, he has solidified his reputation as a master of horror.
While Agombar’s primary focus lies in the realms of horror, crime and dark fantasy, he has also ventured into travel writing, so far publishing five remarkable travel essays of his adventures around the globe. With a contrasting perspective, his essays reveal his ability to evoke wonder and curiosity. This blend of storytelling and observation allows readers to experience the joys and complexities of travel through his discerning eyes. This passion for travelling, particularly parts of south east Asia and surrounding areas, serves as a wellspring of inspiration for his haunting narratives, infusing his works with a sense of cultural richness and mysterious allure.
Despite this catalogue of success, he feels he has more to tell us and is currently working on a set of stories that will complete his upcoming third collection.
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