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Book reviews for horror fans; weather a sleepless night with literary accounts of hauntings, possessions, zombies, vampires and beyond.
The Promise Under the Cherry Blossom Tree. AI-Generated.
In a small town nestled between rolling hills and a shimmering lake, the arrival of spring was marked by the blossoming of a single, ancient cherry blossom tree. The tree stood proudly at the heart of the town's central park, its branches stretching wide and high, adorned with delicate pink flowers. It was under this tree that the townspeople gathered for festivals, celebrations, and moments of quiet reflection.
By John Francisa day ago in Horror
"Autopsy Room Four" - Stephen King. Content Warning.
This twenty-six-page short story by the master of horror, Stephen King, was a thriller from start to finish. The darkness in the room makes the protagonist think he is unconscious, yet he realizes he has a sense of movement and smells odors. Howard remembers the sound of hitting a golf club and seeing the ball fly off the tee until his thoughts are interrupted by people speaking. The squeaks of wheels fill his ears while he is moving. He hears them confirm, "Four." Howard thinks he is in a hospital room and wonders why he can't speak. His body is lifted and swung, but he can't tell them to be careful and not drop him. It is frightening to be inside his mind, hearing his confused thoughts.
By Andrea Corwin 3 days ago in Horror
"Mirage Lake: Secrets of the Enchanted Everwood Forest"
In the heart of the sprawling Everwood Forest, where ancient trees whispered secrets of forgotten times, there was a legend of the Mirage Lake. Nestled deep within a labyrinth of towering pines and moss-covered rocks, Mirage Lake was said to appear only to those who were lost or seeking answers.
By Ibrahim mohamed3 days ago in Horror
Bermuda Triangle
The Devil's Triangle, more commonly referred to as the Bermuda Triangle, is a myth surrounding a vaguely outlined area in the western North Atlantic Ocean where numerous planes and vessels have allegedly vanished under puzzling circumstances. The notion of this region being particularly susceptible to disappearances gained traction in the mid-1900s, yet the majority of credible references refute the existence of any enigma.
By KH.Asaduzzaman5 days ago in Horror
The Haunting of Hill House. AI-Generated.
Alright, so let me tell you about this spooky old place called Hill House. It's one of those creepy mansions you see in horror movies, with dark corridors, mysterious noises, and a general vibe that screams "stay away." But, of course, people can't resist.
By Heri hoerudin 6 days ago in Horror
Horror to Culture, Antichrist Edition
This is my second article cross-referencing my collaboration with Micheal A. Dyer (a.k.a. MAD) on the Horror to Culture website, (here’s the first) where we explore the horticulture of horror—which is to say, the means by which the shadowy elements of the human psyche are redeemed through the cathartic art of exploration and adaptation.
By C. Rommial Butler6 days ago in Horror
HAUNTED RESTURENT
SOME FRIENDS ARE IN RESTURENT FOR DINNER... Once upon a time, in a small town nestled deep in the mountains, there was a renowned restaurant known for its delicious and unique cuisine. The restaurant was named "The HAUNTED HOUSE" and was said to be haunted by three real ghosts.
By FinPetrol77716 days ago in Horror
HAUNTED FARMHOUSE. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
STORY ABOUT OLD FARMHOUSE... The old farmhouse had stood for centuries, its stone walls bearing witness to generations of laughter, tears, and secrets. But as the years went by, the once-thriving farm fell into disrepair, and the house became a shadow of its former self. The windows, once bright and cheerful, now stared out like empty eyes, their panes cracked and broken. The door, once welcoming, now hung crookedly on its hinges, as if pushed open by an unseen hand.
By FinPetrol77719 days ago in Horror
HORROR Review of "The Man in the Black Suit" Stephen King short story
I have an older, very thick book of Stephen King's short stories. I've read many of his older books but not short stories. At the end of "The Man in the Black Suit," King states that his favorite Nathaniel Hawthorne story is "Young Goodman Brown." He thinks it is one of the best American short stories ever written. This short story by King is his hommage to that.
By Andrea Corwin 21 days ago in Horror