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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.

New York: Cropsey
**Title: New York: Cropsey** My name is Marcy, and I've always been drawn to stories of urban legends and the unexplained. Growing up in New York, there was one urban legend that fascinated and terrified me—the tale of Cropsey. Cropsey was said to be a malevolent and disfigured figure lurking in the shadows, preying on unsuspecting children in the abandoned Willowbrook Mental Institution. As the sun set and darkness descended upon the city, my curiosity and fascination led me to embark on a chilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of Cropsey.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Title: New Mexico: La Mala Hora
**Title: New Mexico: La Mala Hora** My name is Sterling, and I've always been fascinated by the unknown and the mysterious. Growing up in New Mexico, there was one urban legend that sent chills down my spine—the tale of La Mala Hora, the malevolent spirit of the bad hour. La Mala Hora was said to be a dark entity that appeared only during the witching hour, wreaking havoc and terrorizing anyone who dared to cross its path. As the sun set and darkness fell over the land, my curiosity and fascination led me to embark on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of La Mala Hora.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
New Jersey: The Jersey Devil
**Title: New Jersey: The Jersey Devil** My name is Peyton, and I've always been drawn to the strange and unusual. Growing up in New Jersey, there was one urban legend that captured my imagination—the tale of the Jersey Devil. The legend spoke of a creature with the body of a horse, the head of a goat, bat-like wings, and a chilling scream that echoed through the Pine Barrens. As the sun set and darkness enveloped the town, my curiosity and fascination led me to embark on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of the Jersey Devil.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Mississippi: Deer Island's Haunted Treasure
Title: Mississippi: Deer Island's Haunted Treasure My name is Emma Emerson, and growing up in Mississippi, I had always been intrigued by the legends that surrounded Deer Island—an enigmatic place shrouded in mystery and fear. It was said that buried deep within its sandy shores lay a cursed treasure, guarded by vengeful spirits that sought to protect it from any intruders. My adventurous spirit and curiosity led me to embark on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of Deer Island's haunted treasure.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Michigan: The Little Girl on Knock Knock Road
**Title: Michigan: The Little Girl on Knock Knock Road** My name is Atlas, and growing up in Michigan, I had heard spine-chilling stories about Knock Knock Road—a narrow, winding path that cut through the dense forest, shrouded in an aura of mystery and fear. The locals spoke of a ghostly little girl who haunted the area, her laughter echoing through the night, luring unwary travelers into her chilling embrace. My adventurous best friend, Lane, shared my fascination with the supernatural, and together, we set out on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of the little girl on Knock Knock Road.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Nebraska: The Poisoned Girl at Centennial Hall
**Title: Nebraska: The Poisoned Girl at Centennial Hall** My name is Mika, and I've always been drawn to the paranormal and the unexplained. Growing up in Nebraska, I had heard countless ghost stories and urban legends, but none were as haunting as the tale of the poisoned girl at Centennial Hall. Centennial Hall was an old and abandoned building on the outskirts of town, and according to the legend, it was haunted by the spirit of a young girl who had met a tragic and mysterious end. The story had captivated my imagination for years, and one fateful night, my curiosity and fascination led me to embark on a chilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of the poisoned girl at Centennial Hall.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Title: New Hampshire: The Witch of Hampton, Goody Cole
**Title: New Hampshire: The Witch of Hampton, Goody Cole** My name is Night, and I have always been fascinated by the supernatural and the eerie. Growing up in New Hampshire, there was one urban legend that sent shivers down my spine—the tale of Goody Cole, the witch of Hampton. Goody Cole was said to be a powerful and malevolent witch who had lived in the town during the 1600s. The legend spoke of her dark powers and her sinister pact with the devil. As the sun set and darkness fell over the town, my curiosity and fascination led me to embark on a chilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of Goody Cole, the witch of Hampton.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Minnesota: The Kensington Runestone
**Title: Minnesota: The Kensington Runestone** My name is Izaiah, and growing up in Minnesota, I had always been fascinated by the mysterious legends that surrounded my state. One tale, in particular, intrigued me—the legend of the Kensington Runestone. It spoke of an ancient artifact, a stone bearing cryptic inscriptions, allegedly discovered in the 19th century. The Runestone had sparked controversy and debate among scholars and historians, and it was said to be cursed, bringing misfortune to those who sought its secrets. My insatiable curiosity and thirst for adventure led me to embark on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the Kensington Runestone.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Michigan: The Little Girl on Knock Knock Road
**Title: Michigan: The Little Girl on Knock Knock Road** My name is Maverick, and growing up in Michigan, I had always heard spine-chilling stories about Knock Knock Road—a desolate stretch of countryside surrounded by dark woods. Legend had it that a ghostly little girl haunted the area, and she would appear to those who dared to knock on the door of an old abandoned house. My best friend, Kellan, shared my fascination with the supernatural, and together, we embarked on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind the legend of the little girl on Knock Knock Road.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Massachusetts: The Spirits of Hoosac Tunnel
**Title: Massachusetts: The Spirits of Hoosac Tunnel** My name is Achilles, and growing up in Massachusetts, I had always heard chilling tales about the haunted Hoosac Tunnel—an engineering marvel that cut through the Berkshire Mountains. The legend spoke of tragic accidents during its construction, leaving a trail of lost souls that haunted the dark depths of the tunnel. My best friend, Nickolas, shared my fascination with the supernatural, and together, we set out on a thrilling and terrifying quest to explore the eerie mystery of the Hoosac Tunnel.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Maryland: Chessie - The Chesapeake Bay Monster
**Title: Maryland: Chessie - The Chesapeake Bay Monster** My name is Luna, and growing up in Maryland, I had always heard whispers of the enigmatic Chessie—the legendary monster said to lurk in the depths of the Chesapeake Bay. Countless stories spoke of sightings and encounters with this elusive creature, and as I grew older, my fascination with the legend only intensified. My best friend, Cora, shared my curiosity, and together, we embarked on a thrilling and terrifying quest to uncover the truth behind Chessie.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror
Maine: The Mysterious Stain on Colonel Jonathan Buck's Tomb
**Title: Maine: The Mysterious Stain on Colonel Jonathan Buck's Tomb** My name is Gabriel, and I have always been fascinated by the rich history and haunting folklore of my hometown in Maine. One story, in particular, has intrigued me since I was a child—the tale of Colonel Jonathan Buck's tomb and the mysterious stain that appeared on it every year on the anniversary of his death. As I grew older, the legend only became more haunting and captivating, and I couldn't resist the temptation to uncover the truth behind the chilling phenomenon.
By Melrose 3 years ago in Horror