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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.
8 Cursed Objects Still Haunting the World Today
Sometimes people leave behind memories, legacies, and occasionally… nightmare-fuel objects that ruin lives. You’d think that if something brings disaster, illness, hauntings, or death, humans would immediately destroy it.
By Areeba Umair3 months ago in Horror
Eyes in the Walls Watched Her Sleep
The Night the House First Looked at Me I was eleven years old the first time I realized the house was watching me. It wasn’t a ghostly figure at the foot of my bed. No shadowy woman in white. No bloody handprints or heavy footsteps in the hallway.
By Fazal Hadi3 months ago in Horror
Ghost Hunting in Your Pocket: The Coolest Apps for Amateur Paranormal Adventures. Content Warning.
Do you ever watch those creepy ghost-hunting shows on TV? I have to admit, I can watch them, but only because they really creep me out. There’s something fascinating about haunted places, especially castles, with their mysterious aura and dark history. But let’s be honest: ghost hunters are often asking for trouble. I’m no paranormal expert, but if I know a place is haunted, I’m getting the heck out of there. Some of you might feel differently, or even dream of becoming ghost hunters yourselves, and if that’s the case, here’s the good news: all you really need now is your smartphone.
By Areeba Umair3 months ago in Horror
My New Night Shift Job Has 3 Simple Rules. I Just Broke Rule #2.
My New Night Shift Job Has 3 Simple Rules. I Just Broke Rule #2. I needed the money. That is the only sentence that can accurately explain why I took this job without asking enough questions. When your landlord is knocking on your door for rent and your bank account is in the negatives, you tend to overlook the red flags.
By Noman Afridi3 months ago in Horror
. “The Man Who Came Home Before I Did… And Looked Exactly Like Me”
“The Man Who Came Home Before I Did… And Looked Exactly Like Me” By [Ali Rehman] I always believed that horror was something that happened on screens — in movies, in books, in legends whispered at night. I never imagined I would one day walk into a life that no longer belonged to me.
By Ali Rehman3 months ago in Horror
The Mystery of the Last Message
It was 12:47 a.m. The lights in the room were off, and Arian lay on his bed, staring at his phone. Outside, November’s cold wind tapped softly against the windowpane. Most people were asleep at this hour. But Arian couldn’t sleep.
By ABDULLAH AL LOKMAN3 months ago in Horror
You don't see his face… but he sees everything inside.. AI-Generated.
When my family traveled that winter, I wasn't overly concerned. They left me alone for just a few days, and the roads were safe despite the snow that had started piling up that morning. I thought the solitude would be simple, routine, nothing more than extra free time. I didn't expect that the tranquility would later transform into something else—not a loud terror, but a constant feeling like a cold hand touching my shoulder without me seeing it.
By Activité183 months ago in Horror
10 Keys to Making a Good Horror Movie
Horror fans often have specific expectations regarding how stories should unfold and conclude. A creative idea aligns with these expectations, providing a sense of fulfillment. For instance, in slasher films, audiences typically hope for the final girl to triumph over evil. Meeting these expectations can enhance viewer satisfaction and engagement.
By Ninfa Galeano3 months ago in Horror
