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Horror fiction that delivers on its promise to scare, startle, frighten and unsettle. These stories are fake, but the shivers down your spine won't be.

Horror Radio: A Forgotten Source of Serious Scares
In the time before television, home entertainment for most people around the world meant radio. From the national news to soap operas, the radio was in the early half of the 20th century what television would later become. Among the offerings for the listeners’ listening pleasure were horror shows. Most people are familiar with Orson Welles’ Halloween night broadcast of The War of the Worlds in 1939, which (supposedly) sent a large segment of America into a panic. But that was just one episode of Welle’s radio show Mercury Theatre, which, along with shows like Lux Radio Theatre produced radio plays in various genres. Welles did have a penchant for thrillers, but some radio series were one hundred percent dedicated to scaring their listeners out of their wits. Writers and producers like Arch Oboler, Wyllis Cooper, and the prolific writer Lucille Fletcher filled the airwaves with tales of murder and the supernatural on shows with names like Lights Out, Beyond Midnight, The Witch’s Tale, and The Weird Circle.
By J.S. Phillips4 years ago in Horror
Time Trap: The Dark Side of Discovery
Dr. Sarah Chang and her team had completed the world's first time machine, and eagerly stepped inside, setting the dial to the year 1957. As they hurtled through the time vortex, the machine began to shake and convulse. A bright flash erupted, and the team was thrown out of control, tumbling through time and space.
By Carl Goff4 years ago in Horror
haunted mansion
The old abandoned mansion on the outskirts of town had always intrigued the teenagers of the area. They would often sneak in and explore the decaying rooms, daring each other to go deeper into the labyrinthine structure. But one day, a group of teens ventured inside the mansion and discovered something that would terrify them to their very core.
By SlingshotFN4 years ago in Horror
cadaver Lover
I lay there, motionless on the cold, hard table. The room was dimly lit, with only a flickering candle casting eerie shadows on the walls. The air was thick with the smell of incense, and the chanting of prayers echoed through the chamber. I knew what was about to happen, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of dread wash over me.
By JV4 years ago in Horror
Terrifying Tales of Urban Legends Haunting the Streets of India
Urban legends are stories or myths that are often passed down through generations in a community or region. These tales are often based on real events but are usually exaggerated or embellished over time. In India, urban legends have been a part of the culture for centuries, and they continue to fascinate and terrify people to this day. These stories provide a glimpse into the supernatural and tell us a great deal about the cultural beliefs and practices of the Indian people.
By John Bharathi J4 years ago in Horror
The Ghost of the Old Mansion – A Haunting Tale from the 1800s
The Ghost of the Old Mansion – A Haunting Tale from the 1800s It was a dark and stormy night on the 19th of December 1874, when the residents of the small town of Blackwood, South Wales, reported seeing strange lights and hearing eerie sounds coming from the old mansion on the outskirts of town. The mansion had been abandoned for years, and many believed it to be haunted. But on this particular night, the ghostly sightings became more frequent and alarming than ever before.
By Top five 4 years ago in Horror
I'm Spooky BY MY MOTHER'S Phantom STORY
The story comes unbidden. Unbidden? I intend to say that I never set off to tell it. All things considered, I've told it ordinarily. There's typically drinking included, low lighting; it's dependably around the finish of a night. Thus, the story spreads out. Not generally, in light of the fact that I've seen its impact. I've lived with the story for such a long time — 37 years, plus or minus a year — that I understand how it can treat an audience after hearing it, despite the fact that I feel nothing while relating it. I could simply be telling the plot of an old Strange place episode. In any case, the story chills individuals. The visitors go calm. Things get still.
By Michael Buma4 years ago in Horror
The Devil and Dare
The Devil and Dare !!!!!! Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the heart of the mountains, lived a young girl named Dare. She was known throughout the village for her bravery and adventurous spirit. One day, while exploring the woods outside the village, Dare stumbled upon a dark cave hidden deep in the forest.As she approached the cave, she heard a deep, rumbling voice calling out to her. "Who dares to enter my domain?" the voice boomed. "It is I, Dare," she replied bravely. "I have come to explore this cave."
By Strange dairies4 years ago in Horror
The stormy night
It was a dark and stormy night when the Johnson family arrived at their new home. They had just moved to the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, in search of a quieter life. But as they stepped out of their car and looked up at the imposing mansion that would be their new home, they couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.
By Tamil Selvi 4 years ago in Horror
Untold Ghost Stories of India
"Unveiling the Mysterious World of India's Untold Ghost Stories" Ghost stories have always been a part of Indian folklore, and many of these stories are still unknown to the world. These stories are often narrated by people who have experienced them or by those who have heard them from their ancestors. Some of these stories are dark and scary, while others are mystical and enlightening
By Lone_Wolf4 years ago in Horror
Hands of Death
The abandoned house at the end of the street had always been a source of intrigue and fear for the townsfolk. The house had been vacant for decades and was now covered in vines and cobwebs, a mere shadow of its former grandeur.
By Mirath4 years ago in Horror
Dual Minds, One Body
Avery and Alex were two sides of the same coin. They shared a body, but their minds were separate entities. For years, they had learned to coexist in a fragile balance, each taking turns controlling the body and navigating the world around them.
By Laura4 years ago in Horror