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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.
Fear of the dark
In the small town of Willowbrook, nestled deep within a lush forest, lived a young girl named Lily. She was a bright and imaginative child, but she had one fear that plagued her every night – the darkness.
Cynthia OkoriePublished 7 months ago in HorrorDead of Night
In the dead of night, a bright meteor streaked across the sky, hurtling towards Earth. Inside, the meteor carried an evil gift from the deep dark depths of evil space. It carried with it a a smell so vile, so repugnant, that it defied the very laws of nature. The smell was a fume alien to earth, and one that humanity had no natural olfactory resistance to, not like the life forms on the planet it came from. The smell wanted nothing more then to be a sentient life form, but first it had to find it’s way inside a sentient life form. To posses such creatures, the creature it was going to posses could have no resistance, natural or otherwise. Traveling through space for thousands of years scanning for life forms on other planets with non-immune non-resistant life, it finally came across earth.
Alex H MittelmanPublished 7 months ago in HorrorThe Haunting of Blackwood Forest
Blackwood Forest was not a place where sane souls ventured after dark. Its twisted trees, their gnarled branches clawing at the night sky, cast eerie shadows that seemed to whisper dreadful secrets. Locals knew better than to tread upon its haunted soil, but for a group of adventurous friends, curiosity was a fire that burned too brightly to extinguish.
harry henryPublished 7 months ago in Horror"The Haunting of Briarwood Manor"
Part I: The Invitation The autumn leaves whispered secrets as they rustled in the wind, setting the stage for an eerie tale that unfolded in the heart of Briarwood Manor. A once-grand mansion, Briarwood had stood silent and abandoned for decades, a place whispered about in hushed tones.
harry henryPublished 7 months ago in HorrorWhy people think they see ghosts?
If you believe the dead can come back to haunt the living, you're not alone. According to one survey, 45% of Americans believe in ghosts and 28% claim to have actually seen a ghost. They appear in our films, I see dead people. books and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony music videos. As far back as we can trace human life, there is evidence that almost every culture has expressed curiosity about what comes next. Many people believe in them, but is there any evidence that ghosts exist?
Shubham BajajPublished 7 months ago in HorrorDon't Stop Me Now
Doctor Roget is much too surprised to speak words. He only stares silently, his mouth drawn in a straight line, at his three creations-- specifically the one with the red eyes who has a liking for dancing.
Beware The Window
Alone, tired, and drained of emotions, Jacob Jones dropped into the oversized leather rocking chair on the second floor of his townhome. He closed his eyes and inhaled the soft scent emanating from the Himalayan salt lamp glowing on the coffee table.
J. S. WadePublished 7 months ago in HorrorThe Other Side
Blurb This fiction is about female twins who don’t seem to see eye to eye. The oldest, Laurie is by nature a reticent person and one hell of a nerd. Laura on the other hand, is free spirited and she’s not admired by many because of how blunt she can be, she’s however nice when she chooses to. Laura's fate is determined after her sister passes away in a pedestrian-car accident. Follow through with me, as we unravel certain mysteries that will blow your mind.
Kukua AfraPublished 7 months ago in HorrorEchoes of Regret
Amelia stood alone in front of the dilapidated house, its decrepit windows staring back at her like the empty eyes of a ghost. The wind whispered secrets that seemed to carry through the cracked walls, filling the air with an eerie anticipation. It was the house her family had abandoned long ago, a place filled with memories that Amelia had tried to forget.
Beneath Oakwood
Once there was a small town named Oakwood, known for its peacefulness and serene atmosphere. At the heart of the community, there stood a grand old hospital, Oakwood General. Dr. Jonathan Carter, the town's only physician, had served the people of Oakwood for over twenty years. Regarded as a compassionate and skilled doctor, he was respected and loved by everyone.
lina alhadidiPublished 7 months ago in Horror- Top Story - August 2023
Holidae
"Human! Human! We have a Holiday!" Kloey is run over by Blake. Unceremoniously, she tumbles to the floor, grumbling under her breath. "What the heck, Blake?" For someone so small, he packs quite a punch.
The Mansion
Once upon a time in the small town of Ravenbrook, there stood an old, decrepit mansion known as Blackwood Manor. It was rumored to be haunted, surrounding the townsfolk with an air of unease. Many had heard stories of strange occurrences within its walls, and few dared to venture near. But one night, a group of curious teenagers decided to unravel the mysteries hidden within.
lina alhadidiPublished 7 months ago in Horror