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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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Top Stories
Stories in Horror that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
Masquerade Party
At six feet seven inches tall and approximately two hundred fifty pounds, Samael presented an imposing figure when he walked into a room. His physical stature may be impressive, but his demeanor is the opposite. The shy, some might say, reclusive personality that he developed as a young boy followed him into manhood. His favorite job was crunching numbers in a quiet one man back office of a fiduciary firm. He was always polite, greeting his fellow workers with a “good morning” or “good afternoon” as he walked to the back of the office where his little hideaway was located, but never tried to engage in conversations.
By Mark Gagnon2 days ago in Horror
Hunt the Darkness
The sky oozed blood red as the sun dropped below the lonely forest and the moon crept upwards. The day was gone and the darkness settled across the empty hamlet. Here was where he had been brought to remove, the great shadow that hung so malevolently over the whole area. Clymold the monster slayer had been called on by the town elders to free the people from the clutches of the creature.
By Simon Curtis10 days ago in Horror
Longlegs Movie Review
Arthouse horror has been making waves in recent years with smaller studios like A24 pushing to give directors full control over their projects. The has resulted in many unique releases that tap into audience fears. The latest effort, Longlegs, comes from Osgood Perkins. Those who dive in will find an atmospheric and often distressing production.
By Robert Cain13 days ago in Horror
The Swimming Pool
Clementine watched the sun swaying like a drunken dancer from the bottom of her parents' swimming pool. It was July: the slow, gold-colored time when the heat felt mean spirited, and the air felt thick with possibility. If she focused, she could hear the neighbor mowing his lawn. She could hear the drone of the cicadas and cars passing her parent's house on Magnolia Avenue, lent an almost otherworldly quality by the chlorinated water filling her ears. Clementine checked her watch. Seven minutes. She should have lost consciousness by now.
By Daniel Bradburyabout a month ago in Horror
Dead Asleep
At 23, I moved out of my parents’ old house, finally on my own, free. Even though I was moving into a tiny studio apartment, the euphoria of escaping that oppressive house was liberating. The strange experiences and nightmares my sister Eva and I had painfully endured as children in that house faded into the past; after her funeral, I suspected it had something to do with those nightmares. I never wanted to go through that again.
By Barb Dukemanabout a month ago in Horror
Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Horror.
The Haunting of Hill House
Introduction Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House is a classic of Gothic horror literature, renowned for its psychological depth and eerie atmosphere. Published in 1959, the novel follows a group of characters who are drawn to Hill House, an old mansion with a sinister reputation. As they spend time in the house, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, revealing deep-seated fears and unresolved traumas. Jackson’s exploration of fear, isolation, and the unknown creates a gripping and unsettling narrative that has captivated readers for decades.
By Ermelita T. Engracioa day ago in Horror
The Good House
Introduction "The Good House" by Tananarive Due is a gripping horror novel that intertwines themes of family legacy, supernatural forces, and personal redemption. Set in a seemingly idyllic small town in Washington state, the story follows Angela Toussaint, a woman who returns to her family home two years after a tragic event that led to her son's death. As Angela unravels the dark secrets of her family's history and the house's malevolent power, she must confront her past and the ancient forces that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear.
By Ermelita T. Engracioa day ago in Horror
Kill Creek
Introduction "Kill Creek" by Scott Thomas is a horror novel that combines psychological thrills with supernatural elements. The story revolves around a group of horror writers who spend a night in a haunted house, only to find themselves trapped in a terrifying ordeal that tests their sanity and survival skills. The novel masterfully blends classic haunted house tropes with modern storytelling, creating a gripping and atmospheric narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
By Ermelita T. Engracioa day ago in Horror
The Window
Rose settled at the old Victorian house on the outskirts of town late fall. The real estate agent had cautioned her the house had a reputation even though it had been empty for years. But Rose was lured to the location because of its appeal and inexpensive cost. She had always appreciated old houses and felt excitement about the idea of bringing one back to its original splendor.
By Dr. Jason Benskina day ago in Horror
The Darkness Within
I awakened in a nervous perspiration, the room twirling around me. My body felt like it was being squashed by 1,000 undetectable hands, each mauling at my actual soul. I attempted to get up, yet my appendages were essentially as weighty as lead. The shadows on the walls appeared to squirm and curve, taking on evil shapes that hit the dance floor with noxious happiness. My psyche was cloudy, however I realized something was horrendously off-base.
By alex kariuki2 days ago in Horror
Echoes of the Unseen. Content Warning.
Part 1 Laura Kong relished university life. The 19-year-old undergraduate's fixation on accents and imitating them had been a constant feature of her childhood. So interested was the young college goer on accents that she decided on being an interpreter as a career.
By Michelle Liew2 days ago in Horror
Masquerade Party. Top Story - July 2024.
At six feet seven inches tall and approximately two hundred fifty pounds, Samael presented an imposing figure when he walked into a room. His physical stature may be impressive, but his demeanor is the opposite. The shy, some might say, reclusive personality that he developed as a young boy followed him into manhood. His favorite job was crunching numbers in a quiet one man back office of a fiduciary firm. He was always polite, greeting his fellow workers with a “good morning” or “good afternoon” as he walked to the back of the office where his little hideaway was located, but never tried to engage in conversations.
By Mark Gagnon2 days ago in Horror
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The creative faces behind your favorite stories.
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Christy Munson
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Lamar Wiggins
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Robert Cain
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