31stMay 2025
The Final Voyage of the Venerable Saucy Nancy
When the mist never lifts and the nightmares become real, only one thing is certain—no one escapes the sea’s ancient hunger.
Captain Thomasina Collins leads her motley crew aboard The Saucy Nancy through a sea blanketed in unnatural fog, where the horizon is lost and compasses spin uselessly. With supplies dwindling and unease spreading through the ship, a routine act of piracy brings aboard more than just gold and prisoners—it awakens a curse rooted in the depths of Innsmouth lore. As paranoia grows and loyalties fracture, Thomasina finds herself facing mutiny, secrets, and horrors that slither just beyond the edge of reason.
But the greatest threat comes not from her crew, or even from the enigmatic prisoners tied to the notorious Esoteric Order of Dagon—it rises from beneath the waves. Gargantuan, abominable shapes prowl the water, watching, waiting, as reality frays at the seams.
In this cosmic horror adventure, survival depends on wit, courage, and the willingness to face the impossible. Glynn Owen Barrass delivers a voyage through madness, sea monsters, and dark myth, perfect for fans of Lovecraftian fiction and maritime horror. What price will Thomasina and her crew pay to see land again—and what will they bring back with them from the black abyss?
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20th May 2025
Solaris. Stories and Reflections Inspired by Andrei Tarkowsky's movie (Dark Fiction Anthologies)
New release! Featuring my story "White Rabbit." From Eighth Tower Records. Curated by Raffaele Pezzella.
Stories by: Andrew Coulthard, Chris J. Karr, Chris McAuley, Glynn Owen Barrass, J. Edwin Buja, Michael F. Housel, Sarah Walker, Simon Bleaken.
Essays by: Lorenzo Lasagna, Stefano Santoli.
Few films in the history of cinema have achieved the haunting, meditative power of Andrei Tarkovsky’s Solaris (1972). This masterpiece of science fiction transcends the genre’s typical preoccupation with technology and speculative futures, reaching instead into the depths of human consciousness, memory, and the aching poetry of the unknown. Adapted from Stanisław Lem’s novel of the same name (in turn, one of the greatest masterpieces of speculative science fiction narrative), Solaris eschews the cold rationalism of many sci-fi narratives in favor of a contemplative, almost mystical exploration of grief, love, and the elusive nature of reality. At the heart of the film is the enigmatic ocean of the planet Solaris, a sentient and inscrutable entity that manifests the subconscious fears and desires of the scientists who orbit it. To honor this masterpiece Eighth Tower proudly presents the anthology “Solaris: Stories and Reflections Inspired by Andrei Tarkovsky's movie”. This collection brings together nine original science fiction stories by contemporary authors, each inspired by the themes and atmosphere of the Russian director’s iconic work. These narratives reimagine the haunting and enigmatic universe of Solaris, offering fresh perspectives on the human psyche, the limits of understanding, and the infinite mysteries of the cosmos. In addition to these imaginative tales, the anthology includes a compelling non-fiction section. Here, an insightful article provides an overview of the film’s enduring cultural and cinematic impact, while a thought-provoking philosophical essay delves into its core themes, such as the nature of memory, the concept of identity, and humanity’s relationship with the unknown. Together, these pieces explore Tarkovsky’s meditative and deeply introspective vision, shedding light on why Solaris remains one of the most profound works of science fiction cinema. Whether you are a devoted fan of Tarkovsky’s work or new to the film’s fascinating universe, “Solaris: Stories and Reflections” offers a thought-provoking journey into the realms of imagination, philosophy, and the enigmatic beauty of the unexplored.
17th April 2025
Where Connections Lead Anthology Celebrating Unique Voices—Discovering the Heart of Creative Talent
Support my newest story in an international anthology!
Dear readers,
I’m excited to announce that my newest short story will be featured in Where Connections Lead, the debut title from independent publisher Three Dragons Press.
This cross-cultural fiction collection is being funded through Kickstarter — and you can help bring it to life.
Support the project and pre-order your copy here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/connectionsanthology/where-connections-lead-anthology
By backing the project, you’ll support emerging authors from around the world and help shape a more inclusive future in publishing.
Thank you for your support!
7th February 2025
The Neuromancers. Stories inspired by William Gibson's Universe
New fiction! This anthology, from 8th Tower Records, features my cyberpunk story: "On The Edge of the Etheric."
The Neuromancers. Stories inspired by William Gibson's Universe
With fiction by:
Chris McAuley, J. Edwin Buja, Glynn Owen Barrass, Michael F. Housel, Andrew Coulthard, Scott J. Couturier, Rusell Smeaton, Paolo L. Bandera.
The future William Gibson imagined in Neuromancer didn’t just reimagine the landscape of science fiction, it redefined how we think about the intersection of humanity and technology, and about the power of narrative to explore the consequences of living in a world dominated by digital networks, cybernetic enhancements, and artificial intelligence. In this anthology, we explore stories inspired by Gibson’s cyberpunk universe—a place where the boundaries between the real and the virtual, the human and the machine, are constantly shifting, often with unsettling results. They are steeped in the cyberpunk ethos: the collision of high-tech futures with low-life characters; the dark, neon-lit urban landscapes where human ambition and technological evolution intersect; the moral gray areas where hackers, rebels, and dreamers fight against systems of control. But more than that, these stories explore the enduring human desire for freedom and autonomy in a world increasingly defined by artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and ubiquitous surveillance. Like Neuromancer and its successors, these stories grapple with the tension between technological advancement and human fragility, asking essential questions: What happens when our minds and bodies are integrated with machines? How do power structures shift when the virtual world becomes more real than the physical one? And perhaps most urgently, in a world increasingly defined by data and algorithms, what does it mean to be human? The answers lie somewhere between the real and the virtual, between flesh and code, in the stories that follow.
2nd January 2025
Unnerving Magazine. Publishing The Good Stuff Since 2016
My first fiction appearance of 2025, courtesy of the good people at Unnerving Magazine!
My short story, Six Feet Down, is available to read for free on their website.
https://www.unnervingbooks.com/single-post/six-feet-down-by-glynn-owen-barrass
The story concerns a gang of Resurrectionists, grave robbers who plagued the graveyards of Victorian Britain. Their luck is soon to run out in a very macabre way.
At the beginning of 2026, Unnerving Magazine will debut physically, anthologizing this and the other published stories from the website.