You Shouldn’t Worry About the Frogs
You Shouldn’t Worry About the Frogs
Amidst the sprawling plains of the Midwest, a young woman walks through a cornfield to find a bus stop. A chicken-line worker becomes involved in a missing persons investigation. A small town adopts a strange new custom and a magician puts on a show. Meanwhile on the coast, hikers are going missing and something's lurking out in the woods. Routine, ritual, and habit turn against those they are meant to serve. When the familiar is called into question, there will be frogs. Tales of disappearance, self-fulfilling prophecies, and ghostly revenge weave together in You Shouldn't Worry About the Frogs.
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Reviewed in American Book Review 2026
“The story that the collection is named after, perhaps strategically positioned as the final tale, presents some insight into one message that Marley wants the world to know: Even the best of intentions may have unintended and unpleasant consequences.”
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“These stories are inventive, well written and emotionally resonant. Each one will surprise you and make you look at an aspect of life and the world in a new way. Highly recommended!”
— S.C.
“One of my favorite stories was "Buried in the Sleep", which was about a chicken factory worker involved in a missing persons investigation. This story had so many elements of horror and dread done incredibly well - the ending had me reeling! I thought about this story for days after in the best way.”
— S. H.
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2023
“This is magical realism done exceptionally well.”
— A. Rincon
“Wow. Frogs!”
— D. B.
“ This book captivated me from the start. Each short story will draw you in and leave you wanting more. ”
— E.D.
