Horror
For things that go bump in the night. Horror explores the stuff of nightmares and all things fright, from ghost stories to slasher films, attacks of the undead and more. Campfire tales gone digital.
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One to See, One to Speak, One to Listen
Contains gore and horror some readers may find disturbing. Rated 14+ Author's Intro: This story is meant to revive the Gothic literature so famously crafted by one of my favourite writer's, Edgar Allen Poe, and as such, the language and style is deliberately antiquated. Thank you for reading my all time favourite work of horror - Les
Call Me LesPublished 2 years ago in HorrorCreeps
Climbing from her apartment window onto the rusty fire escape, she carefully avoided the sharp bits she had snagged herself on before. Up a few more ladders and landings, she finally ascended to the rooftop. Laying on her back, she peered up at the stars that began appearing in the night sky. She had done this since she was a girl. Long ago, it became too dangerous to travel on the ground, significantly as night fell. However, from this particular vantage point, the world looked the same as before the reckoning, except for the decrease of smog. She felt like she could reach up and touch the twinkling lights above her and swirl them around her fingers like diamond rings.
S.N. EvansPublished 9 days ago in HorrorThe Black Pillow
He called his friend to tell him he was visiting and would be staying in an excellent hotel. Every TripAdvisor review was five-star, so he was looking forward to coming.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 9 days ago in HorrorCrash Go the Poltergeists
"There's nothing in the dark that isn't there when the light is on." Rod Serling, 'The Twilight Zone" (1962) To read my other article on poltergeists, click here: "Poltergeists I Have Known". To read my article on sleep paralysis, click here: "Night Hag: Cursed by the Dream Demon." To read my article on EVPs and Ghost Boxes, cleck here: "Dead Man Calling: On Receiving Paranormal Phone Messages" To read my article "The Exile", click here (video posted below): "The Exile: A History With the Hooded Man."
The Tree of Blood
Aldo was proud of his yellow rose bush. His critical eye focused on the individual branches: most of them had between 5 and 7 buds, one branch had only one, and another had none at all. In this way, the bush was unbalanced to the left and had to be corrected. He was ready to cut the guilty branches, when, lowering his gaze, he noticed the trickle of water reaching the base of the bush.
The Little Dreamer
The little dreamer rested with one arm tucked around his Teddy and the other tightly gripping his Blanky, his gentle brow as soothing as a soft kiss upon the cheek. The sun shown brightly in his untroubled dreams, the grass beneath his running feet soft and green, his little dog leaping happily beside him.
Can You Imagine?
The sound of small clawed feet as they skittered across the wood floor below my bed echoed through my dark bedroom. I sat straight up in alarm. “Did you hear that?” I asked my husband as I gave him a shake, while he laid along side me.
Donna Fox (HKB)Published 26 days ago in HorrorDirty Little Bird
I wouldn’t say I was a bad wife. I cooked, I cleaned, I picked up after him just like all good southern belles should be doing.
Kelly SibleyPublished 28 days ago in Horror
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Devils kitchen
In the heart of the mist-shrouded hills of Tamil Nadu, nestled amidst the verdant beauty of Kodaikanal, lies a place of dread and despair—the Devil's Kitchen, also known as the Guna Caves. Tales of the caves' dark history have long haunted the locals, whispered in hushed tones around crackling fires on moonless nights. Legend has it that centuries ago, the caves were the lair of a fearsome demon named Kanniya, who terrorized the surrounding villages with his malevolent presence. It is said that the demon feasted on the souls of the innocent, luring them into the labyrinthine depths of the caves to meet their grisly fate. One fateful night, a band of brave warriors led by a holy sage ventured into the darkness, determined to rid the land of the demon's evil once and for all. Armed with sacred chants and blessed talismans, they descended into the abyss, their hearts heavy with the weight of their mission. As they delved deeper into the twisting passages of the Devil's Kitchen, a palpable sense of dread gripped their souls, the very air thick with the stench of ancient evil. Shadows danced on the walls, taking on grotesque shapes that seemed to mock their every step. But the warriors pressed on, their resolve unshaken by the ominous whispers that echoed through the darkness. They knew that they had to confront the demon before it could unleash its unholy wrath upon the world. After what felt like an eternity, they came upon a vast cavern bathed in an eerie glow, the air thick with the smell of sulfur and decay. And there, amidst the flickering torches and swirling mists, they beheld the demonic form of Kanniya, its twisted visage contorted in a grotesque parody of a smile. With a roar that shook the very foundations of the earth, the demon lunged at the intruders, its taloned claws slashing through the air with deadly precision. But the warriors stood firm, their faith unyielding, as they unleashed the full force of their divine magic upon the foul creature. For hours, the cavern echoed with the clash of steel and the cries of the damned as the battle raged on, neither side willing to yield an inch in the struggle for supremacy. And just when it seemed that all hope was lost, the holy sage unleashed a final, devastating incantation that banished the demon back to the depths of hell from whence it came. Exhausted but victorious, the warriors emerged from the Devil's Kitchen, their hearts heavy with the knowledge of the horrors they had witnessed. And though the demon had been vanquished, its malevolent presence lingered still, a grim reminder of the darkness that lurks within us all. The Devil's Kitchen, also known as the Guna Caves, is a place of dread and despair in the mist-shrouded hills of Tamil Nadu. Legend has it that centuries ago, the caves were the lair of a fearsome demon named Kanniya, who terrorized the surrounding villages. The demon feasted on the souls of the innocent, leading them into the depths of the caves to meet their grisly fate. One fateful night, a band of brave warriors led by a holy sage ventured into the darkness to rid the land of the demon's evil once and for all. Armed with sacred chants and blessed talismans, they descended into the abyss, determined to confront the demon before it could. unleash its unholy wrath upon the world. After an eternity, they came upon a vast cavern bathed in an eerie glow, filled with the smell of sulfur and decay. There, they beheld the demonic form of Kanniya, its twisted visage contorted in a grotesque parody of a smile. With a roar that shook the earth's foundations, the demon lunged at the intruders, its taloned claws slashing through the air with deadly precision. Despite the fierce battle, the holy sage unleashed a final, devastating incantation that banished the demon back to the depths of hell. Exhausted but victorious, the warriors emerged from the Devil's Kitchen, their hearts heavy with the knowledge of the horrors they had witnessed.
vijay vijayPublished about an hour ago in HorrorHORROR THRILLER
Jessica, Malorie's sister, pays her a visit five years prior while she is pregnant. Unaccounted-for mass suicides in Europe and Asia are being reported via a news broadcast. Malorie watches as a woman repeatedly smashes her head against the hospital window following a pregnancy appointment. There is panic and mayhem when other people also exhibit suicide behaviour. Malorie then quickly leaves the area with Jessica. As Jessica drives away from the hospital, she notices something strange that makes her crazy and causes her car to crash on purpose. She is then slain when she gets killed by a speeding truck.
The Crawling Dark
At first, we thought they were spiders. The basement was cold and dark. It was almost a week after we moved in. We bothered to venture down the wooden staircase that we discovered on our first night in the house.
Bhangs CorporationPublished about 4 hours ago in HorrorRestless Spirits in Wyoming
Wyoming Territorial Prison at Laramie State Park in Laramie was built in 1872. In the north wing, there were just 42 cells, 14 cells on each of the three levels. The cells were small with arched ceilings and iron gate doors. When there was overcrowding two inmates had to share a cell. Inmates here were convicted of offenses ranging from stealing to manslaughter. Since no capital offenders were sent here at this prison there were no executions.
Rasma RaistersPublished about 5 hours ago in HorrorJohn Carpenter's The Thing: Mystery Finally Solved
John Carpenter’s The Thing remains one of the most highly respected in its genre, all thanks to the director’s perfect execution when making it. Carpenter constructed his masterpiece to have ideal pacing as the plot unfolded, feature a cast to rival any other of the time, and pioneered moviemaking techniques that became industry standard. Then, to top things off, Carpenter included a psychological element that made his sci-fi thriller worth watching again and again.
Shadows of the Night: Terrifying Encounters in the Darkness
Chapter 1: A Dreadful Initiation The cold wind of uncertainty swept through the corridors of Southern Lehigh High School, Pennsylvania, casting eerie shadows as students bustled about their day. For one new junior, the transition was anything but smooth. Unfamiliar faces blurred into a sea of indifference, leaving him adrift in a sea of isolation.
Siham FaouziPublished about 12 hours ago in HorrorSnapchat Stalker: Tales of Digital Terror
Chapter 1: The Sinister Connection The darkened room pulsed with the soft glow of a smartphone screen, casting eerie shadows against the walls. Emily sat alone on her bed, her heart racing as she scrolled through the latest messages on her Snapchat. She had always been cautious about who she added on social media, but lately, something had felt off.
Siham FaouziPublished about 12 hours ago in HorrorTales of Tinder Terror: A Trio of Terrifying Encounters
Chapter 1: A Nightmarish Tinder Date The wind whispered eerie secrets through the empty streets as Jen ventured out for her Tinder rendezvous. Her heart pounded with anticipation, but little did she know, she was about to step into a nightmare.
Siham FaouziPublished about 12 hours ago in Horror
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