urban legend
Urban legends have captivated us from ancient eras to the modern day; a deep dive into scary lore and 'could be true' tales about Bigfoot, Slender Man, the Suicide Forest and beyond.
Escaping the Curse . Top Story - November 2024.
He walks through the door, a smile lopsided on his face, his cheeks slightly red. Perhaps it’s the cold, perhaps it’s the long afternoon spent in the garage. He had been loud before, quite loud. His green eyes flash bright, like his teeth. His curls are messy, streaked with grease and kissing his forehead. Internally, I flinch. Familiar chords pluck in my chest in a painful pinch. But, not him, never. He’s not afflicted with the same curse as my parents, as many are. I was careful in my choosing.
By Laura Lann2 years ago in Horror
The Mirror in the Attic
Olivia had always been a curious child, with a fascination for the hidden corners of her family’s old home. The house, an inherited relic of her grandparents, sat at the edge of a small town, its creaking floors and drafty hallways a stark contrast to the sleek, modern homes she’d grown up in. The place was full of old, dust-covered furniture, faded paintings, and strange relics that seemed to hold memories of a past that refused to fade.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Hollow Whisper
The small town of Graves End had always been quiet—too quiet for some, even in the busy months when tourists passed through to admire the scenic view of the distant mountains and crystal-clear river. But for Emily, the town had always been home, though a home she never truly understood. It had secrets, dark secrets buried beneath its cobbled streets and dilapidated buildings. Secrets that only revealed themselves in whispers. Whispers that were faint, barely audible, and yet, unrelenting.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Watcher in the Walls
Ava had always considered herself a skeptic. Ghost stories, haunted houses, and paranormal claims—she dismissed them all as mere fiction. It wasn’t until she moved into her new apartment that her beliefs were about to be shattered forever.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
Silent Wards, Restless Spirits: The Haunting of Pohang Hospital
Pohang Hospital, coordinated in the waterfront city of Pohang in South Korea, stays as perhaps of the most popular tormented area in the country. Regardless of what its unobtrusively unpretentious outside, Pohang Hospital has gained notoriety for the dreadful air and chilling experiences point by point by guests all through the long stretch. The development, at this point deserted and breaking down, holds a rich history of expected paranormal turn of events and is viewed as where spirits and disturbing existences hold on.
By Kyrol Mojikal2 years ago in Horror
A group of children discover a dead body
It was the summer of 1987, and the small town of Maplewood basked in the golden warmth of the sun. The streets were quiet, as most families were away on holiday or staying indoors to hide from the heat. But for six kids, the endless days of summer meant endless days of freedom to explore the fields, woods, and creeks that bordered their sleepy town. For as long as anybody could remember, the gang had been inseparable: Tommy, Sarah, Eli, Mia, Jack, and their leader, Jason. Every summer, they'd roam the countryside in search of adventure or mischief, but nothing could have prepared them for the horror that awaited them that day.
By Usman Zafar2 years ago in Horror
The Shifting Shadows
Deep in the forgotten corners of a long-abandoned mansion, the shadows seemed to move on their own. Years ago, the grand estate had been home to the Colburn family, renowned explorers who had traveled the world seeking treasures and ancient artifacts. When they returned from their last expedition, they were changed—silent, pale, and haunted. Within weeks, each family member vanished without a trace, leaving the mansion to decay as the years passed.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Bone Harvester
No one ventured into Fern Hollow Woods after dusk. For generations, the townsfolk had shared stories of a creature that lurked in the shadows—The Bone Harvester. Rumor had it that he roamed the forest at night, hunting for the lost, the unlucky, and those who dared trespass his domain.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Whispering Pines
It was the kind of forest that beckoned even the most reluctant wanderers—dense, tangled, and oddly still. Pine trees stretched into the sky like twisted fingers, blocking out most of the sunlight, casting the forest floor in perpetual dusk. The air was thick with the earthy scent of damp wood, moss, and something else... something faintly metallic, as if the forest itself was breathing, alive.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Shadow’s Grin
Lena had always been the quiet one among her friends, a solitary soul who found comfort in the shadows. She didn’t mind the silence of the old town where she’d grown up, nor did she mind the rumors that surrounded it. In fact, she had always found them rather amusing. But when the whispers about the old Jenkins Mansion resurfaced, she couldn’t help but feel drawn to it.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Whispering Walls
Hannah never believed in ghosts. She’d spent her entire life around logic and reason, studying psychology and human behavior. If someone told her their house was haunted, she’d have a list of explanations ready—gas leaks, electromagnetic fields, psychological projections. After all, there’s no such thing as ghosts. Right?
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
The Watcher's Eyes
Ethan had always been skeptical. As a writer of supernatural thrillers, he knew all the stories—haunted houses, vengeful spirits, and cursed objects. But those were just stories, weren't they? He'd never experienced anything that couldn't be explained by logic or science. That is, until he found the house on Marlowe Street.
By Parth Bharatvanshi2 years ago in Horror
