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“Casting a chilling net of terror across the waves, this collection of maritime horror short stories by Tiya Chatterji will plunge readers into the darkest depths of the unknown, leaving them haunted by the eerie whispers of the sea.” - K. Hari Kumar

Horrors of the Sea

Macabre Tales of the Indian Coastline

Horrors of the Sea captures maritime myths and widely-believed legends perfectly aged over centuries, though some are contemporary. Set against the backdrop of tranquil coastal India, the book consists of 15 eerie and unconventional tales that explore the dark world of sea witches, unknown entities lurking in the dark, the doll-faced mermaid, and monsters encountered when driving in the twilight.

Some stories explore human curiosity about the mystical elements and their fatal or fateful interactions. Others revolve around how human emotions often fall prey to evil entities and their frightening outcomes. Belonging to a comparatively unexplored genre and marinated with the author's own experiences, creativity, and imagination, the stories have a distinctive touch.

These tales aim at infotainment, a great way to satiate the appetite for horror while preserving our folklore.

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Book Details

E-Book

ISBN : 978-81-963208-2-9

Genre : Contemporary Women's Fiction

Language : English

Paper Back

ISBN : 978-81-963208-3-6

Genre : Horror / Fiction

Language : English

Number of Pages : 96

Maximum Retail Price [MRP] : 180

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Author - Tiya Chatterji

Tiya Chatterji is a Delhi-based Marine Archaeologist & Author. She has written a comprehensive book titled 'Underwater Archaeology in India - The Lost Enigma.' Her passion for writing is not restricted to academic writing; she also delves into poetry. Her creative mind forces her to try new ways to pursue the dissemination of knowledge, which is now her forte. She is also a filmmaker and has made the only known documentary on the first woman freedom fighter in India, ‘Rani Abbakka’.

She is a creative writer & content developer. She is also the founder & CEO of Archaic Minds, providing creative services. She has a keen inclination for defence studies and represents Anuvyom Alliance, a defence start-up, as Director of Business Development.

She aims to raise maritime awareness in India in a fun way & share experiences of her travels along the Konkan and Karnataka coasts via her debut fiction book. When not juggling her versatile roles, she can be found with her stray kids (dogs), scuba diving, or simply admiring nature!

Author - Tiya Chatterji

Book Reviews

Highly recommended.

Reviewed in India on 18 October 2023

A delightful and spine-tingling journey through the mysteries of coastal India. This book offers a unique blend of maritime myths, age-old legends, and contemporary horrors that keep you hooked from start to finish.

Chatterji's storytelling is both captivating and imaginative, and her personal touch adds a special flavor to each tale. What I loved most about this book is how it taps into our curiosity about the supernatural while preserving our rich folklore. It's a perfect mix of information and entertainment that leaves you with a sense of wonder.

If you're a fan of thrilling and thought-provoking reads, don't miss out on this one! Highly recommended.

An intriguing read

Reviewed in France on 10 October 2023

Horrors Of The Sea: Macabre Tales of the Indian Coastline, by Tiya Chatterji, is an intriguing read, to say the least. A sea holds many secrets in its heart. An ocean bed is a ground for many treasures and tales alike. When a marine archaeologist is at the helm of penning down a book, a series of parables inspired by numerous folklore that dwell in and around the mysterious depths of the sea and the coastal areas, the result is sheer brilliance.

Tiya Chatterji’s book Horrors Of The Sea is a compilation of 15 bone-chilling and enigmatic tales filled with horror and suspense and sprinkled with emotions. As I hopped from one chapter to another, I sensed these stories were not run-to-the-mill horror tales. Every story has a solid underlying emotion that shapes the choices and actions of the central characters of the stories. Greed, longingness, ignorance, and arrogance are a few examples that flash through my mind as I write this review. The writer has beautifully intertwined these emotions/characteristic traits with the horror and suspense elements, rendering her stories a soul that enchants the readers.

A sea dons different avatars right from the moment the first ray of light dissents and hits its surface till the darkness of the vast stretch of the sky above engulfs and embraces it. Tiya Chatterji, in her book, shows the sea as a mysterious character that draws your attention at first sight and makes you willingly traverse, seeking the unspoken and unknown. This book is just a replica of that mysterious character that will pique your interest and draw you in the moment you open it.

If you are looking for something interesting, horror and suspense with a twist, your cup of tea, look no further. Tiya Chatterji’s Horrors Of The Sea is a perfect choice to satiate your hunger for an intriguing read.

Horror at Best

5.0 out of 5 stars

Reviewed in India on 6 October 2023

Awesome Read!

This book is worth a read for all those who are looking for some spine chilling horror content. Book consists of 15 short and eerie tales coming from Indian Coastline. Every story is unique and keeps the reader super engaged.

Truly appreciate your efforts to pen down such a beautiful piece and eagerly waiting for your next book.

Best wishes Tiya😊

Marvellous🚢

Reviewed in India on 7 October 2023

These tales are weaved with immense creativity and imagination keeping in mind the major theme of coastline myths and horrors . Kudos to the author for bringing a completly different backdrop for penning down these horror tales. Most importantly , I feel she actually diversified the horror genre through her engaging stories.

Another major notable thing about her stories is that , presented everything well researched to give the readers a complete feel of that place. With lucid language and intriguing narration these tales are surely going to surprise you as well.

Overall "Horrors Of The Sea" is a wonderful collection of stories with supernatural elements and Coastline/ folklare themes . I recommend this book to those who love reading horror books.

A Thoroughly Engrossing Journey into Maritime Mysteries!

5.0 out of 5 stars

Reviewed in India on 9 September 2023

This book is an absolute gem for all enthusiasts of the supernatural. Tiya Chatterji takes the reader on a mesmerizing voyage along the intriguing and mysterious Indian coastline, unveiling stories that make you feel alive. With a writing style that effortlessly blends folklore and supernatural, this book delivers an unforgettable reading experience.

As one reads the short stories, it becomes obvious that apart from brilliant creativity, a lot of meticulous research has gone into each story. I’m really impressed with these two aspects:

1. Creativity: The stories are a true testament to the author's storytelling prowess. They are set up brilliantly - divulging only enough details to keep the reader hooked while not giving away too much to let reader weave the story into their imagination about the deliberately undisclosed aspects of stories. The author’s ability to breathe life into folklores and weave them seamlessly into the fabric of the narrative, all the while evoking a sense of eerie suspense and anticipation, is truly commendable. Each tale is a unique and spine-chilling adventure, keeping you on the edge of your seat.

2. Research: Each page transports readers to the time, place, and culture in which these eerie tales unfolded. From haunted shipwrecks to enigmatic sea creatures and ghostly apparitions, each tale is a unique and spine-chilling experience. The sense of place in each story can only come out this way through lots of field research. The vivid descriptions of the Indian coastline and its surroundings make you feel like you're right there, immersed in the eerie atmosphere of these haunting tales.

In conclusion, if you're looking for a book that will transport you to a world of maritime intrigue and spine-tingling tales, "Horrors of the Sea: Macabre Tales of the Indian Coastline" is an absolute must-read. It's a masterpiece of storytelling and folklore exploration that will leave you both awed and spooked. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Get ready to set sail on a journey you won't soon forget!

Reviewed in India on 21 August 2023

Horrors of the Sea by Tiya Chatterji @marinemozart

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Do u guys like short stories? I love them 🖤 They are quick to read and I use them to get out slump or read a story or two when I’m busy.

Horrors of the Sea is a collection of short stories that explores the dark coastaline’s myth and mysteries through sea witches, unknown entities, sirens, other ghastly creatures etc. Among all the stories, my favourites would be — obsession , the mermaid and Tojo’s tribe 🖤🖤

I have always found Sea to be scary— unknown , destructive and mysterious. But I also love Sea because of its eerie calmness. I enjoyed reading this book especially at night. So if u r someone like me, go read this book and it will be perfect since spooky season is coming 🖤

Reviewed in India on 9 August 2023

Are you up for a thriller or horror or supernatural genre?

Here’s a quick book recommendation for those book lovers intrigued storyline by @marinemozart ..

Go grab this amazing supernatural short story collection…

The stories revolve around the coastline with a connection of supernatural powers in each of it..

The suspense was beautifully carried and the storyline is simple yet interesting..

Pro tip: never try to read at nights🤯😰

Reviewed in India on 8 August 2023

Horrors of The Sea: Macabre Tales of The Indian Coastline.

127 pages

English

This book is a collection of 15 short stories. The settings is of various places in India. Seemingly expected storyline suddenly changes into different zone which is quite unexpected.

The level of terror is mild seeing as age group mentioned is 15-18. For all the seasoned horror readers it's a mild good read for rainy evenings.

If you want to try reading spooky but are afraid this maybe what you are looking for , dive into it .

Overall a great read for everyone, I recommend to read once .

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📚Horrors of the Sea ( Macabre Tales of the Sea)📚

Author : Tiya Chatterji

Publisher : Aakar Publications

Publication Date : 7 August 2023

No. of Pages : 127

Format : Kindle

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Horrors of the Sea by Tiya Chatterji is a collection of some unheard horror stories. Right from the first story, the book grabs your attention. Be it a Nishi or a Putul Bari, the stories give you chills and thrills. The book absolutely creeps you out and entertains you till the end. All the stories have different vibes and create an atmosphere of terror around you. The book is absolutely an enjoyable read for beginners. Definitely, the book deserves 5 stars for its chilling stories.

Reviewed in India on 24 July 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars

Unputdownable, Intriguing, A Must Read

The beautiful collection of short stories by Tiya Chatterji took me to a land of thrilling incidents. The narration is lucid and kept me engrossed throughout my reading time. I truly appreciate the craftsmanship of the author. Each story has the apt dose of mystery and timely revelations that would hook the reader throughout. Truly enjoyed reading all the captivating stories set around a coastal backdrop.

Recommending all readers to give it a read. You will love the book.

Reviewed in India on 11 July 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars

Intriguing Book

Her first fiction on unchartered waters, Tiya Chatterji, has a vivid imagination, and it comes out etched in her book in the form of short stories. The narrative rests on a young voice, the narration holds the reader’s interest, and every tale is unique. Chatterji has placed the stories in India, and they pan over many coastlines as you travel with the author and delve into the unknown. Chatterji’s book reveals the fascination she has for the deep sea. She has penned fifteen gripping short stories. Her immersive thoughts and pondering over the mysteries of the sea, ghosts, and occult have given us these intriguing tales. Readers seeking an adventurous read, here is your book! I wish the author the very best.

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