psychological
Mind games taken way too far; explore the disturbing genre of psychological thrillers that make us question our perception of sanity and reality.
The Mystery of the Invisible Key
When Emily initially discovered the key, it was a chilly, rainy evening. Her grandmother's old house, which housed dusty memories, neglected antiques, and an unsettling silence that seemed to monitor her every move, was where she had been clearing out the attic.
By MD. RAFIQUL ISLAM MURAD 2 years ago in Horror
I May Have Invented a New Art Form
You, the reader needs to know first that I am writing this against my better judgement. That half of my brain is screaming at me that this is a really stupid idea. Mostly, it is because the general arc of it, the kernel of the idea if you will, has already been done a million times over. And when I say it has been done a million times over I am not exaggerating. It goes back in time almost as far as storytelling itself, certainly at least as far as storytelling in the form of writing goes. The basic idea is that a thing (be it alien or spirit or terrestrial microorganism) somehow makes its way into a human host and changes it in some way, makes it do something or things it would not normally do. Often times the unfortunate human is turned into a zombie like being in the process. Slowly, or quickly, depending on the particulars of the story being told, that human changes. First it becomes a slave, then it loses its humanity, and then it becomes whatever that thing is that comes after humanity is lost. Basically just a body, a body still capable of doing all the terrible things a human can do, but bereft of any of the controls that normally prevent it from doing them. It is a terrifying idea to be sure, and thus the reason it has been fodder for so many horrifying tales over the millennia. In modern times the enslaving force has often been described as a fungus, typically a mold. Which brings me to the other major reason I hesitate to tell this story. I am a microbiologist in my non-writing "real" life. I have a bachelor's degree in microbiology and a PhD in microbiology and molecular biology. Currently there is nothing more played out then the zombie virus/mold story as told by a microbiologist. For whatever reason these days among the Creepypastas of the world it's a heavily overused story trope.
By Everyday Junglist2 years ago in Horror
To My Big Brother. Content Warning.
March 3rd I always kind of hated my brother. Well, hate is a strong word. I just always hated how easy everything was for him. He's two years older than me, but everything just comes so easily for him. In high school, he was in ROTC, taking courses in criminal justice so he could get a leg up on his law enforcement career, and had a string of friends and girlfriends to make his high school years amazing. He never seemed to study, always retained what he needed for tests, and finished his high school years half a year early with a nearly perfect GPA. He didn't need to, he could have gone straight to the police academy, but he chose to join the Army for four years, saying it was his "duty to his country. He served as an MP and later as a base investigator for base-related crimes. He was practically ready to start police work when he got out.
By Joshua Campbell2 years ago in Horror
The Call of Darkness
That night the woodland was unusually quiet, as though not even the animals dared to break the stifling silence. Maya gripped her lantern firmly and continued walking deeper into the forest, the soft ground beneath her boots muted her every step.
By MD. RAFIQUL ISLAM MURAD 2 years ago in Horror
Speak No Evil (2024) Delivers Tension and Horror
We need to escape from these bizarre people - they have deadly intentions. Speak No Evil is a 2024 adaptation of the 2022 Danish film. The Daltons are invited to spend a weekend with a family they met over their vacation. From the moment they arrive, the family’s behavior is unsettling, with their stories and history not matching up. The Daltons have several opportunities to leave but find themselves trapped.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Horror
The Silent Watchers
On a frigid night, Sky called. Dr. Sen, shaken from his thoughts, received the dreaded message. The villagers of a small settlement, nestled near a dense forest, had reported bizarre occurrences—women vanishing for days, eerie sounds emanating from the woods, and an overwhelming fear gripping the land. Most disturbing were the claims that villagers felt watched, even within the supposed safety of their locked homes. They could only escape the sensation when their doors were tightly shut, but even then, the feeling lingered.
By Jason “Jay” Benskin2 years ago in Horror
The Return of the Mysterious Letter
On that chilly, foggy evening, Maya discovered the missive left on her door. She wasn't prepared for mail, and especially not one in the form of a battered, yellowed envelope with no return address. The exquisite cursive writing of her name glistened on the torn paper. With a nagging curiosity, she knelt down and took it up.
By MD. RAFIQUL ISLAM MURAD 2 years ago in Horror
The Thrill of a Horror Story
There’s something oddly fascinating about being scared. Even though we may scream, cover our eyes, or feel a rush of panic, many of us can’t resist diving into a good horror story. But what exactly is it that draws people to fear, and why do horror stories captivate us?
By Mamoona Bushra2 years ago in Horror
