Never Whistle at Night

An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology

By: Shane Hawk - editor, Theodore C. Van Alst - editor Jr.

Narrated by: Erin Tripp, Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Joelle Peters, Kaniehtiio Horn, Lisa Cromarty, Maika Harper, Shane Ghostkeeper, Sheldon Elter, Tara Sky

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • SHIRLEY JACKSON AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST EDITED ANTHOLOGY • BRAM STOKER AWARD NOMINEE FOR SUPERIOR ACHIEVEMENT IN AN ANTHOLOGY • LOCUS AWARD FINALIST

A bold, clever, and sublimely sinister collection that dares to ask the question: “Are you ready to be un-settled?”

“Never failed to surprise, delight, and shock.” —Nick Cutter, author of The Troop and Little Heaven

Featuring stories by:

Norris Black • Amber Blaeser-Wardzala • Phoenix Boudreau • Cherie Dimaline • Carson Faust • Kelli Jo Ford • Kate Hart • Shane Hawk • Brandon Hobson • Darcie Little Badger • Conley Lyons • Nick Medina • Tiffany Morris • Tommy Orange • Mona Susan Power • Marcie R. Rendon • Waubgeshig Rice • Rebecca Roanhorse • Andrea L. Rogers • Morgan Talty • D.H. Trujillo • Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. • Richard Van Camp • David Heska Wanbli Weiden • Royce K. Young Wolf • Mathilda Zeller

Many Indigenous people believe that one should never whistle at night. This belief takes many forms: for instance, Native Hawaiians believe it summons the Hukai’po, the spirits of ancient warriors, and Native Mexicans say it calls Lechuza, a witch that can transform into an owl. But what all these legends hold in common is the certainty that whistling at night can cause evil spirits to appear—and even follow you home.

These wholly original and shiver-inducing tales introduce readers to ghosts, curses, hauntings, monstrous creatures, complex family legacies, desperate deeds, and chilling acts of revenge. Introduced and contextualized by bestselling author Stephen Graham Jones, these stories are a celebration of Indigenous peoples’ survival and imagination, and a glorious reveling in all the things an ill-advised whistle might summon.

Lots of Variety

With all collections of short stories, I enjoyed some more than others. Each piece was unique and brought something interesting to the collection.
Unfortunately for me, many of the stories didn’t reach the level of horror I was expecting. Only a few left me chilled and wanting more. That being said, I recommend this to anyone who enjoys learning about indigenous mythologies and culture. Many of the perspectives in this collection were different than anything I’ve read before and cool to hear about.
I loved the various readers attached to each piece. Every story felt different, even with a previous voice returning.

Come for the tales, stay for the history

Not every tale will appeal to everyone. The narration and history are worth listening to every single one. Learn spooky legends, tall tales, and real horror stories.

Couldn’t put down

Opened my eyes to new writers and styles. Loved every minute of it, can’t wait for the next one!

Thought Provoking

Each story reads very quickly. It provides snippets into the lives of Indigenous people. I appreciated these stories from their perspective, wrapped in their culture and beliefs. The stories are interested and full of darkness. Captivating and thought-provoking writing!

shane

I forget his last name, but shane was amazing in every short story! I thoroughly enjoyed. I'd listen to this again