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What is Tor Nightfire?
2023 is still a ways off, so it's hard to predict which horror books will be the best that year. However, there are already some authors and series with strong followings who could potentially produce some of the top horror books in 2023. Stephen King is one such author whose previous works have been consistently popular for decades; he may release another classic novel in 2023.
By Joseph Criswell3 years ago in Horror
Jeremy's Brush with the Paranormal in the Park
Jeremy had always been a bit of a skeptic when it came to the paranormal. He scoffed at ghost stories, dismissed haunted house tales as mere superstition, and chuckled at the idea of poltergeists and specters. But all that changed one fateful day in the park.
By Cannabilization3 years ago in Horror
The Ouija Board.
Emma and her friends, Sarah, Rachel, and Matt, sat huddled around a small table in Sarah's basement. They had all gathered to play with the Ouija board that Sarah had found in her grandmother's attic. Emma was hesitant to join in, but the excitement of the others was contagious.
By ANDREW3 years ago in Horror
The Girl of Ghost
The girl of Ghost Once a vibrant and bustling town, the small community of Ravenwood had been decimated by a fire that had raged through the streets, leaving nothing but ash and ruins in its wake. Years had passed since the tragedy, but the town remained abandoned, the charred remains of homes and businesses serving as a constant reminder of the lives that had been lost.
By sriram3 years ago in Horror
The Strange Death of Elisa Lam: An Eerie Mystery That Still Haunts Today
The death of Elisa Lam in 2013 is one of the most bizarre and mysterious cases in recent history. The 21-year-old Canadian student was found dead in a water tank on the roof of the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, California, after being reported missing for several weeks. Her death quickly gained widespread attention due to the strange circumstances surrounding it and the eerie video footage that emerged of her just before her disappearance.
By shankar jadhav3 years ago in Horror
The Haunted House: A True Story
There are many stories of haunted houses, but some are more chilling than others. One such story is that of the Amityville Horror, which was made famous by the book and movie of the same name. However, there are other stories of haunted houses that are equally terrifying.
By Lux Gems3 years ago in Horror
The 12 am Challenge
It was a warm summer night when a group of five friends decided to take on the infamous "12AM Challenge." The challenge was simple yet eerie - all they had to do was enter an abandoned building at exactly midnight and stay there until 1AM. If they managed to stay for the entire hour, they would win the challenge and earn bragging rights among their peers.
By AJ Sai BaBa3 years ago in Horror
The Abandoned Asylum
There was a place on the outskirts of town, a place that no one talked about. It was an old asylum, abandoned for years, its halls and rooms left to decay and rot.
By Vocal Trending 3 years ago in Horror
Fake Mirror
It was a beautiful summer day, and Rachel had just moved into her new apartment. She had been looking forward to this day for weeks, and she was excited to decorate her new place. Rachel was an artist, and she had a keen eye for design. She had spent months collecting unique items and antiques from thrift stores and flea markets. One of the items she had found was an old, ornate mirror.
By Jansan3 years ago in Horror
Historical Devil
Introduction: The concept of the devil has been a part of human culture for centuries. From Christianity to Hinduism, the devil has been portrayed in various forms and has had a significant impact on our society. This eBook is intended to explore the historical roots of the devil, as well as some of the most famous devil stories throughout history. We will delve into the origins of the devil, the myths and legends surrounding it, and how it has been represented in various cultures throughout the centuries.
By prasad balakrishnan3 years ago in Horror
Adventures of Slappy
Slappy Once upon a time, there was a mischievous ventriloquist dummy named Slappy. Slappy was a popular toy and was loved by children all over the world, but what most people didn't know was that he was alive and had a mind of his own.
By Honor White Angel3 years ago in Horror
Angry Billy Doll
Billy Doll Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Sophie who loved to play with her Billy doll. Billy was her favorite toy, and she took him with her everywhere she went. They went on all sorts of adventures together, from exploring the woods behind Sophie's house to pretending they were astronauts traveling through space.
By Honor White Angel3 years ago in Horror