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How-tos for all things horror; tips and tricks to help you write like Stephen King, tell a scary story, keep the monsters at bay and more.

"The Art of Writing Ghost Stories"
Ghost stories are a popular genre of literature that have been around for centuries. When it comes to crafting ghost story, there are a few key elements that should be considered.
By Ponmuthu 0023 years ago in Horror
"The Ghostly Cabin: A Haunting Journey Through the Woods"
Subtitle 1: The Journey Begins It was a chilly autumn evening when four friends, Sarah, John, Amy, and Michael, decided to explore the woods that were known for their haunting stories. As they made their way through the dense foliage, they couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. The trees were tall and twisted, and the wind seemed to whisper eerie sounds.
By Kumaran R3 years ago in Horror
The Mystery of the Haunted House: A Spooky Adventure for Brave Kids | Chapter - 5
Click Here Read Previous Chapter Chapter 5: The Hidden Room The group had been searching the house for hours, looking for the hidden room where the treasure was said to be buried. They had already searched every room they could find, but there was no sign of the room or the treasure. Frustration was starting to set in, and they were about to give up hope.
By Jeevanantham S3 years ago in Horror
What is Tor Nightfire?
2023 is still a ways off, so it's hard to predict which horror books will be the best that year. However, there are already some authors and series with strong followings who could potentially produce some of the top horror books in 2023. Stephen King is one such author whose previous works have been consistently popular for decades; he may release another classic novel in 2023.
By Joseph Criswell3 years ago in Horror
Jeremy's Brush with the Paranormal in the Park
Jeremy had always been a bit of a skeptic when it came to the paranormal. He scoffed at ghost stories, dismissed haunted house tales as mere superstition, and chuckled at the idea of poltergeists and specters. But all that changed one fateful day in the park.
By Cannabilization3 years ago in Horror
The Ouija Board.
Emma and her friends, Sarah, Rachel, and Matt, sat huddled around a small table in Sarah's basement. They had all gathered to play with the Ouija board that Sarah had found in her grandmother's attic. Emma was hesitant to join in, but the excitement of the others was contagious.
By ANDREW3 years ago in Horror
The Girl of Ghost
The girl of Ghost Once a vibrant and bustling town, the small community of Ravenwood had been decimated by a fire that had raged through the streets, leaving nothing but ash and ruins in its wake. Years had passed since the tragedy, but the town remained abandoned, the charred remains of homes and businesses serving as a constant reminder of the lives that had been lost.
By sriram3 years ago in Horror
The Strange Death of Elisa Lam: An Eerie Mystery That Still Haunts Today
The death of Elisa Lam in 2013 is one of the most bizarre and mysterious cases in recent history. The 21-year-old Canadian student was found dead in a water tank on the roof of the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, California, after being reported missing for several weeks. Her death quickly gained widespread attention due to the strange circumstances surrounding it and the eerie video footage that emerged of her just before her disappearance.
By shankar jadhav3 years ago in Horror
The Haunted House: A True Story
There are many stories of haunted houses, but some are more chilling than others. One such story is that of the Amityville Horror, which was made famous by the book and movie of the same name. However, there are other stories of haunted houses that are equally terrifying.
By Lux Gems3 years ago in Horror
The 12 am Challenge
It was a warm summer night when a group of five friends decided to take on the infamous "12AM Challenge." The challenge was simple yet eerie - all they had to do was enter an abandoned building at exactly midnight and stay there until 1AM. If they managed to stay for the entire hour, they would win the challenge and earn bragging rights among their peers.
By AJ Sai BaBa3 years ago in Horror
The Abandoned Asylum
There was a place on the outskirts of town, a place that no one talked about. It was an old asylum, abandoned for years, its halls and rooms left to decay and rot.
By Vocal Trending 3 years ago in Horror
Fake Mirror
It was a beautiful summer day, and Rachel had just moved into her new apartment. She had been looking forward to this day for weeks, and she was excited to decorate her new place. Rachel was an artist, and she had a keen eye for design. She had spent months collecting unique items and antiques from thrift stores and flea markets. One of the items she had found was an old, ornate mirror.
By Jansan3 years ago in Horror