book reviews
Book reviews for horror fans; weather a sleepless night with literary accounts of hauntings, possessions, zombies, vampires and beyond.
Infinite Simians
There was only one rule: don’t open the door. I honestly don't care anymore. If I see another submission from a fifties hausfrau trying to be a tweenie wannabe, hawking yet another clone of Twilight and claiming they have the next platinum-level five-star triple-thumbs-up blockbuster, I will scream.
By Meredith Harmonabout a year ago in Horror
There was only one rule: don’t open the door
Author: Dream Books Sanjeevi Every night the door shook at midnight. A lever was turned an inch at a time, then one that was slammed shut, as if there was a creature on the other side begging for entrance. What I can tell is I’ve been living in this house for a week now and every night it has been like this. The landlord’s warning echoed in my mind: “However much you are told or whatever is said to you do not open the door.”
By Sanjeevi Kandasamyabout a year ago in Horror
Don’t open the door
The residents of Elderwood House repeated it like a mantra, their eyes wide with fear whenever the creaking wood called to them in the dead of night. The door, an ancient slab of dark oak, loomed at the end of a dim hallway, its surface marred by strange symbols that seemed to shift when viewed from the corner of one’s eye.
By Arshad Sajjad Khanabout a year ago in Horror
Corregidor Island: The Ghosts of “The Rock” and Its War-Torn Past
Corregidor Island, generally called "The Rock," sits at the section of Manila Strait, Cavite City, and has witnessed most likely the principal events in Philippine history, particularly during World War II Conflict. Its rich history, joined with the scary stories from the island, has spread the word about it perhaps of the most all around tortured region in the Philippines.
By Kyrol Mojikalabout a year ago in Horror
Silent Screams
Nestled deep within the dense, shadowy woods lies Hollow Hill, a place shrouded in mystery and eerie silence. For generations, locals have whispered tales of ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena that haunt the old, abandoned mansion atop the hill. This chilling narrative delves into the haunting legacy of Hollow Hill and the restless spirits that are said to roam its grounds.
By Sazeeb Chowduryabout a year ago in Horror
The Swing That Never Stops Moving 🛑🌙. AI-Generated.
The Swing out a swing set at dusk. The sky turns a deep orange, shadows grow longer, and an unsettling chill fills the air. But what happens when an empty swing begins to move all on its own? 🌫️🎠
By Miniwood Studio Horror Stories about a year ago in Horror
Footsteps Follow, But No One Is Behind You 👣👻💀. AI-Generated.
It was a chilly October evening when Sarah decided to take a shortcut home through the old, forgotten alleyway. The streetlights flickered, casting long shadows on the cracked pavement. Everything seemed quiet, almost too quiet, except for the faint sound of footsteps that echoed behind her. At first, she thought it was her imagination playing tricks on her. But the eerie feeling crawled up her spine, making her hair stand on end. 👀
By Miniwood Studio Horror Stories about a year ago in Horror
The Well’s Darkness: A Terrifying Ancient Curse. AI-Generated.
In the heart of an old village nestled between towering mountains and misty forests, there stood a forgotten well, half-hidden by the overgrown vines that wrapped themselves around its ancient stones 🌿. Locals whispered about it in hushed tones, avoiding it like the plague, for the well was no ordinary well. It was said to hide something sinister—something ancient, terrifying, and cursed. Those brave (or foolish) enough to peek into its darkness never returned 🕳️.
By Miniwood Studio Horror Stories about a year ago in Horror
The Haunting of Hollow Hill
Nestled in the heart of a dense forest, Hollow Hill has long been shrouded in mystery and fear. The hill, with its gnarled trees and eerie silence, has been the subject of countless ghost stories and urban legends. But what is it about Hollow Hill that sends shivers down the spine of even the bravest souls? This article delves into the chilling history and spine-tingling tales that make Hollow Hill a place of terror.
By Sazeeb Chowduryabout a year ago in Horror
Villainess Review: Fria (Werewolves of the Rockies)
Some time ago, I stumbled on to some old horror comics online, and took a look at some of them. I found some intriguing ones, but of course, I entered "werewolf" in the search box, because, well, I'm a big fan of the werewolf subgenre. I found a lot of good ones, but one of the first ones I found was this excerpt: Werewolves of the Rockies. Since we're nearly in October, I may as well deliver with this delicious review.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Horror
The Scariest Book in the World: A Deep Dive into "The Haunting of Hill House"
Plot Overview At the heart of "The Haunting of Hill House" is a seemingly innocuous yet ominous mansion located in a remote area. The story follows four main characters—Dr. John Montague, an investigator of the paranormal; Eleanor Vance, a shy and sensitive young woman; Theodora, a bohemian artist; and Luke Sanderson, the heir to Hill House. Dr. Montague invites these individuals to the house to explore its supposed supernatural occurrences, hoping to gather evidence of the paranormal.
By Anirban Sarkerabout a year ago in Horror
