Keith M. Leonard

Atmospheric suspense for those who prefer the dark.

Author of Dark and Speculative Fiction

"The Wolves" are coming!

How far would you go to protect your child?

When hunters kill a pregnant werewolf in the Canadian wilderness, Rick Davidson makes an impossible choice: he takes her newborn daughter and raises her as his own. For years, Hope grows up hiding what she is, proving that lycanthropes can control their nature, that they can be trusted, and that they can be human.

But when Hope has a daughter of her own, everything changes. Kira's lycanthropy is stronger, wilder, and uncontrollable. And when the World Lycanthrope Investigation Commission discovers the truth Hope has been hiding, the family must run again.

Some will die human. Others will become the monsters the world always feared. And in the end, the hunted will become the wolves.

THE WOLVES—a reimagined werewolf tale about family, sacrifice, and what it means to survive when the whole world wants you dead.


‘Short Not Sweet’ provides the first glimpse into the dark and sinister imagination of Keith M. Leonard. This collection of 52 chilling micro fiction stories will immerse you in tales of suspense and the macabre. From encounters with vampires, werewolves, and witches to eerie magic and psychological thrillers, each story will leave you a little uneasy, but wanting more. This instalment of the ‘Coffee Fiction Series’ is designed to be read and savoured in small doses, much like a delightful treat enjoyed with your morning brew. But be warned: these stories aren’t always sweet. This is a treat of a different sort for fans of suspense and the unexpected. Grab your favourite brew and prepare to be spooked and stirred!

Reviews for Short Not Sweet

"To me they are in the Twilight Zone, on the edge of reality, creeping into dark fiction." Doug Cameron - Author of My Tarzan Tree

"I love that when I need a fix of reading and I am short on time, I can finish a great story in just minutes!" Tina K - Amazon.ca

"I love horror and mysteries - ones that deal with the paranormal, and this book covers it all." April Brown - Amazon.ca

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Published Works

as Keith M. Leonard

Short Not Sweet February 2025

Other Contributions

Medium.com 2023 - 2025

Over one hundred short stories, written in suspense, horror and fantasy genres, showcasing his love of the macabre.

as Noad D. Carver (Children's Books)

The Wolves May 2026

"I. LOVE. THIS! You are SO good at this genre!"

Denee King - Medium.com

★★★★★

Praise for Keith's writing

"WOW! So creepy and scary. Love it."

Mary Acton - Medium.com

★★★★★

Brewing Fiction Podcast
Under the Bridge Creative

Other Projects