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The Graveyard's Secret
It was a misty autumn night when Emily and her friends decided to explore the old cemetery on the outskirts of town. The group of teenagers had heard rumors of strange happenings in the graveyard, and they were eager to investigate.
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror
The Ghost of Ravenwood Sanatorium
Ravenwood Sanatorium was once a state-of-the-art facility for treating patients with tuberculosis. However, after years of neglect and mismanagement, the hospital was forced to shut its doors, leaving behind a decaying shell of a building.
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror
The Haunting of Blackwood Manor
Blackwood Manor had been abandoned for years, with locals whispering of strange happenings and sightings of a ghostly figure lurking within the shadows. Many refused to go near the old mansion, believing it to be cursed by an angry spirit.
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror
Girl in Mirror
Sarah had always been intrigued by the old, ornate mirror that hung in her bedroom. It was a family heirloom, passed down for generations, and she had always loved the way it reflected the sunlight and made the room seem brighter. But lately, she had been feeling uneasy around it, like there was something watching her from within the glass.
By Tauroi3 years ago in Horror
Third Eye
Lila had always been fascinated by the idea of a third eye, a mystical power that allowed one to see things beyond the physical world. She had read countless books and watched numerous documentaries about people who had claimed to possess this ability, and had even tried to meditate and unlock this power herself.
By Tauroi3 years ago in Horror
The Right Doctor
There was a small town that sat nestled in the shadow of a looming mountain range. The town had a population of less than a thousand people, but despite its small size, it was bustling with life. There were local shops and markets, a small schoolhouse, and a local doctor's office. The doctor, Dr. George, was well-respected by the townspeople. He had been practicing medicine for over thirty years and had helped countless people with their ailments. The people of the town trusted him with their lives, but little did they know that there was something dark lurking beneath the surface of his kind demeanor.
By Tauroi3 years ago in Horror
Serial killers and psychopaths
It had been a long time since the city had seen a homicide case as grisly as this one. The body of a young lady had been tracked down in a rear entryway, mangled to the point of being indistinguishable. Analyst Martin had seen a few horrifying things in his time, yet this was something completely different. It was as though the executioner needed to communicate something specific.
By Dasamukha3 years ago in Horror
April 4 Joker’s Birthday
Heath Ledger was a talented and charismatic actor whose life and career were cut short by his untimely death in 2008. Despite his short career, he made a lasting impact on the film industry with his memorable performances and dedication to his craft.
By Openee Article 3 years ago in Horror
The Complex Brain Activity of Psychopaths
Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, impulsivity, and a tendency towards manipulative behavior. While the precise causes of psychopathy are not yet fully understood, research has shown that there are distinct differences in brain activity and structure between psychopaths and non-psychopaths.
By Arivu3 years ago in Horror
Worlds best top 100 horror books
1.The Shining by Stephen King1. 2.It by Stephen King 3.Dracula by Bram Stoker 4.Frankenstein by Mary Shelley 5.The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror
The Curse of Hill House
For decades, the sprawling mansion on the top of the hill had stood empty, its walls crumbling and its windows boarded up. It was said that the house was cursed, and that anyone who entered would never leave alive.
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror
The Silent House on the Hill
There was a house on top of the hill, where no one had lived for years. The locals whispered that the house was cursed, and anyone who dared to enter would never come out alive. But some people were still curious about the house and wanted to explore it, despite the rumors.
By Shivam Rai 3 years ago in Horror