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The Endowment of Isaac Frey

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Publication Date: 24 April 2026

Publisher: Red Cape Publishing

Author: Iris M. Winter

Title: The Endowment of Isaac Frey

A Haunting New Vision in Modern Horror: The Endowment of Isaac Frey Unleashes a Generational Curse That Refuses to Die

Red Cape Publishing is proud to announce the release of The Endowment of Isaac Frey by rising horror author Iris M. Winter, a chilling and atmospheric novel that blends psychological dread, family legacy, and the inescapable pull of the supernatural. Released on 24th April 2026, the book is already generating early buzz among reviewers and horror enthusiasts for its cinematic tension and deeply human core.

At the heart of the story lies the Frey family — a bloodline marked by tragedy, secrets, and a curse that has shaped generations. When Isaac Frey returns home from war, he discovers that the horrors he faced on the battlefield pale in comparison to the darkness waiting for him within the walls of his ancestral home. As the house awakens and the past claws its way into the present, Isaac must confront the truth about his inheritance… and the price it demands.

A Story of Legacy, Madness, and the Unseen Forces That Bind Us

The Endowment of Isaac Frey stands out for its rich atmosphere and slow‑burn tension. Winter masterfully weaves together themes of:

  • Generational trauma and inherited guilt
  • The blurred line between haunting and hallucination
  • The psychological weight of family obligation
  • A house that becomes a character in its own right

Readers who enjoy Shirley Jackson, Josh Malerman, or the creeping dread of The Haunting of Hill House will find themselves right at home — or perhaps trapped — within the Frey estate.

Early Praise for the Novel

Critics and early readers have highlighted Winter’s ability to craft a narrative that is both intimate and terrifying, with one reviewer calling “A compelling novel that blends rich character work with powerful themes. Thought‑provoking, immersive, and impossible to put down.” Another praised, “Winter’s writing is richly atmospheric, drawing you deeper into the house’s unsettling presence with every chapter.”

About the Author

Iris M. Winter is an emerging voice in dark fiction, known for her evocative prose and character‑driven storytelling. With The Endowment of Isaac Frey, she delivers her most ambitious work yet — a haunting exploration of what we inherit, what we fear, and what we cannot escape.

About Red Cape Publishing

Red Cape Publishing is a UK‑based independent publisher specialising in horror, dark fantasy, and speculative fiction. With a growing catalogue of acclaimed titles, Red Cape champions bold voices and unforgettable stories that push the boundaries of the genre.

Availability

The Endowment of Isaac Frey is available now in paperback, eBook formats through Red Cape Publishing https://red-cape-publishing.sumupstore.com/product/the-endowment-of-isaac-frey-by-iris-m-winter and Amazon https://mybook.to/IsaacFrey.

Media Contact

Red Cape Publishing

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Website: www.redcapepublishing.com

For interviews, review copies, or further information, please contact the publisher directly.

Y is for Youths

– The Darkest Age of All

Release Date: 23rd May 2025
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When we think of horror, we often imagine things lurking in the shadows—monsters, ghosts, serial killers. But what if the true source of dread wears the face of a child?

Y is for Youths, the twenty-fifth installment in the widely praised A to Z of Horror series from Red Cape Publishing, dares to ask just that. Featuring thirteen new tales from a selection of talented independent horror authors, this collection doesn’t merely disturb—it unsettles on a deeper, more psychological level. Each story explores the terrifying idea that the very young—those we’re conditioned to protect, trust, and adore—might instead be something far more dangerous.

Fear in Its Smallest Form

The stories within this volume take readers into the darker corners of youth:

  • A doppelgänger that mimics too well
  • Spirits that use the guise of children to exact revenge
  • Psychopaths forming behind innocent smiles
  • Bloodlines carrying the taint of evil from birth

The collection offers a diverse range of horror sub-genres, from the supernatural to the disturbingly plausible. These aren’t stories about evil coming for the children—they’re about evil coming from them.

There is something uniquely provocative about horror centered on young protagonists or antagonists. As a literary device, children often symbolize potential, purity, or vulnerability. But in horror, this very symbolism is weaponised, turning comfort into discomfort and innocence into something twisted.

Y is for Youths taps into these contradictions. Readers will find not only scares but social commentary—exploring the loss of innocence, the influence of environment, the idea of inherited evil, and the thin line between nurture and nature.

Whether you’re discovering the series for the first time or have followed it from A is for Aliens, this latest instalment offers something fresh—and thoroughly disturbing.

Mark your calendar.
Y is for Youths releases 23rd May 2025 from Red Cape Publishing. Available in ebook and paperback.
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