In "Bits & Pieces, 5" by Jonathan Maberry, the anthology delves into the captivating and often chilling realms of horror and speculative fiction. This collection showcases a variety of short stories that explore complex themes—ranging from humanity's darkest fears to the eerie unknowns of existence. With his trademark blend of suspense and psychological depth, Maberry crafts narratives that challenge perceptions and ignite the imagination. Readers will encounter a diverse cast of characters, each grappling with their own demons, as they navigate the thin line between reality and the surreal. It's a compelling exploration of what lies beneath the surface of everyday life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Rot And Ruin .

This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade-12th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.

There are 592 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2015 by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers .

This mass market book presents eight novella-length tales, penned by today's leading crime and thriller writers, such as Jonathan Maberry, Duane Swierczynski, Chuck Dixon, and Dennis Tafoya. Cobra Wars is edited by Max Brooks, who also supplies a new story, and features new illustrations for each story. "