Assemble Artifacts Short Story Magazine Fall 2025, Issue #7

Assemble Artifacts

A short story magazine that assembles a thrilling new mix of stories from genres including horror, science-fiction, comedy, and suspense. This issue is packed with thrillers, sci-fi, horror, action, romance, and more, offering something for everyone. Issue seven highlights the brilliant artwork of Tyler Rambie and captivating tales: action-packed thrillers, steamy romances with startling twists, provocative sci-fi, and engrossing love stories mixed with horror.

“Trophy Wife" by JD Wallace & Jennifer Donohue

Kathleen is the perfect wife, friend, and hostess—effortlessly charming with impeccable taste and style—but unbeknownst to her beloved spouse, Kathleen’s expertise extends to all aspects of her life, including the top-secret job she’s absolutely killer at.

“The Couple" by Mallory Cywinski

A struggling couple hoping to ignite the lost spark in their marriage books a vacation at an idyllic Italian villa, only to meet a mysterious and enchanting seductress whose charms unlock tremendous pleasure, but at great cost.

“That Slow Nightfall" by Lindz McLeod

Desperate to see again, a blind woman undergoes an experimental treatment that grants sight through a stranger’s eyes, which leads to an erotic and voyeuristic affair that grows increasingly dangerous.

“Time Capsule" by P. J. Brody

An estranged friend group unearths a time capsule from their childhood after the unexplained death of their classmate, but instead of the trinkets they were expecting, the notes inside predict the drama now amongst them and reveal a large-scale conspiracy that started with the secret they buried long ago.

“A Memorable Proposal" by John Goodrich

A nervous boyfriend’s proposal goes off the rails when a clandestine monster-hunting team descends on the couple’s romantic getaway, convinced that the perfect girlfriend is not who—or what—she says she is.