Tales From the Cursed Edge

Step beyond the threshold of safety and discover what lies beyond . . . the Cursed Edge.

Six gripping tales of courage, sacrifice & redemption await on the precipice between salvation and damnation.

Tales From the Cursed Edge

Dark Stories of Swords and Sorcery

An Edge Weaver Anthology created by Marie Ito

with stories by

Michael Magistro, James Andrews, W.E. Wertenbeger,

Rob D. Smith, Jack Finn, JP Wilder, Chris Mason

Where light fails, heroes are forged in darkness.

Six gripping tales of courage, sacrifice, and redemption await on the precipice between salvation and damnation. Each story draws you deeper into a world where magic flows like blood and monsters prowl the shadows.

Journey with unlikely heroes thrust into extraordinary circumstances—a mundane worker transported to a realm of danger and destiny, a mighty king confronting the terrible price of power, a battle-hardened mercenary facing the ghosts of his past, a loyal emissary venturing into enemy territory with nothing but faith, two companions racing against time to prevent an ancient evil’s return, and a lone holy warrior seeking divine aid against a darkness that threatens all creation.

These tales explore the moments that define us: when fear must yield to courage, when ordinary souls rise to extraordinary challenges, and when the darkness seems insurmountable, but the flame of hope refuses to die.

From master storytellers Michael Magistro, James Andrews, W.E. Wertenberger, Rob D. Smith, Jack Finn, JP Wilder, and Chris Mason comes an anthology that will transport you to lands where magic and monsters reign, and where heroes are forged in the fires of adversity.

Step beyond the threshold of safety, and discover what lies beyond . . . the Cursed Edge.

The Savage Rat Lord by Michael Magistro:

A young fast-food worker falls into another world and finds his true calling in a desperate village.

Denmýr by James Andrew:

A powerful warrior king faces dark truths about his family’s bloody legacy and his ancestral sword.

The Many Mouths of the Endless Night by W.E. Wertenberger & Rob D. Smith:

A mercenary confronts childhood guilt in a city where rat-controlling street urchins stalk the night.

The Last Emissary by Jack Finn:

A desperate kingdom sends its final messenger to a usurper’s court in a last attempt to end a brutal war.

The Black Altar by JP Wilder:

Two companions discover a dark artifact tied to an ancient cult seeking to open a forbidden gateway.

Heroes Never Die by Chris Mason:

A lone paladin, survivor of a sacred order, embarks on a quest to reclaim divine power against cosmic horror.

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Michael Magistro is a Clovis, California-based author with deep roots in the vibrant Bay Area. When not managing regional operations for a Fortune 150 company, Michael channels his passion into crafting compelling narratives that explore themes of redemption, legacy, rebirth, and the enduring search for hope in the darkest of times. Outside of his professional and creative pursuits, he enjoys powerlifting, devouring a wide range of media, and cherishing moments with his family.

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James Andrews is a full time artist and designer living in the Northeastern United States. This is the first step in his journey as an author and he has many more stories to tell. When he’s not sculpting dragons, drawing comics, or writing, he spends all the rest of his time with his golden retriever and his cat.

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W.E. Wertenberger is a writer of Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Crime fiction. He grew up in Northern Ohio and currently lives and works in Kentucky. His most recent work has appeared in Savage Realms Monthly and Cirsova Magazine.

Rob D. Smith wanted to weave tales as soon as he plucked his first Fantastic Four comic book off the grocery store spinner rack. He honed his imagination with scribbled drawings in notebooks creating intricate stories where he learned that his imagination was far greater than his art skills. Words became his way of exploring the weird worlds in his mind. Since then, he has had wide success in the crime, horror, fantasy, and weird fiction genres.

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Jack Finn is a folk horror author and member of the Horror Writers Association. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and two clever dogs. His debut novel, The Seven Deaths of Prince Vlad (Anuci Press, 2024), explores dark and thrilling themes. In 2025, Jack’s werewolf duology—Prey Upon the Lambs (April) and The Desolation of Hunters (September)—will be released by Anuci Press, along with They Come When You Are Asleep, an anthology of his short stories (Velox Books). His work has appeared in notable horror collections, including Doors of Darkness, Horroscope 4, Twelve Months of Horror, and more.

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JP Wilder also known as JP Vile, is a versatile author and academic specializing in fantasy, science fiction, and pulp genres. Best known for his Crusader series and Hunter Caine Pulp Stories, Wilder delves into themes of war, honor, betrayal, and redemption through action-packed storytelling. He has contributed essays and introductions to the Edge Weaver Classics series, covering iconic works like A Princess of Mars and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Wilder also explores historical mysteries and survival strategies in his academic works. Holding an MBA and an MFA in Creative Writing, he enriches his narratives with profound historical depth.

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Chris Mason is a fantasy and sci fi writer hailing from Jackson, Mississippi. He is the author of The Stars Fell (Science Fiction), as well as The Dark Rider (Dark Fantasy). A fan of epic storytelling centered around good versus evil, he can usually be found gaming on his couch with his cats, Quincy and Rocky, or traveling in search of new inspiration.

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