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“The Unbecoming of Belinda Blackwell”
Belinda Blackwell is a woman who finds solace in her husband's chest, as he had not been expecting her or her father. Her father's illness required open schedules from his children, and she had to return early to him. When Oscar arrived early, Belinda decided to bid her brother and father farewell and return home.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
Safe and Sound Safe and Sound
At 7.15 a.m., Grace goes downstairs to her phone, which is fully charged and removed the cable. She checks for messages from her mother, Sarah, and Rich, who have not heard from her in ages. She asks if he had a good weekend and sends 23.03 yesterday. She is in bed by 10 and forgets to come downstairs. She sleepwalks again and gets regular now. She sees a doctor and is relieved that Rich is fine.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
The selfie of Dorian Gray
Dorian Gray, a 25-year-old bachelor of the Brighton gay scene, is a man who has always been drawn to beauty and self-love. He takes a selfie at a barstool in the Poison Ivy, where he enjoys a margarita and a phone. The moment he takes the selfie, he realizes that it is the face itself that makes it so exquisite.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
The House of Dead Bodies
As I stepped out of my car and onto the crumbling driveway, a chill ran down my spine. The old mansion loomed before me, its turrets and gargoyles reaching towards the moon like skeletal fingers. I had always been drawn to the supernatural and the unknown, and this place was rumored to be one of the most haunted in the country.
By Abbas2 years ago in Horror
Do flamethrowers belong in the library?
The librarian is searching for a lost person in the library, and she is not alone in her search. She has help from the Watchers and Listeners of the shelves, who help her find the scent. However, today, the librarian's search has exceeded more than an hour, pushing it further.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
What Lies Beneath
In the summer of 1972, Pam and Barb were planning a road trip to Frisco Bay, Georgia. They bought a '58 VW van, Old Orange, which had been previously owned by someone else. However, they realized that the air hose needed to cool the engine, so they turned right towards Dallas. The van had minor quirks, such as the radio only working in third and fourth gear and windshield wipers only going one way. Pam was the designated pusher for the starter, which showed remarkable good taste for a starter.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
"The Pursuit"
Jessa and Mitch are driving down a road, feeling lost and disoriented. They stop at a gas station and Jessa points out her window. Mitch admits they took a wrong turn and decides to double check with the clerk to ensure they are on the right track.
By Kamran Alam2 years ago in Horror
"The Low Voice"
I had always been fascinated by the abandoned house on the hill. Rumors swirled that it was haunted, that strange noises could be heard coming from within its walls. But I didn't believe it. I was a skeptic, a seeker of truth and reason.
By Abbas2 years ago in Horror
Mysteries of Emerald Bay. Content Warning.
Mist came from the sea, shrouding Emerald Bay in an eerie cloak of mystery. Detective Marcus Wells stood at the water's edge, his trench coat fluttering in the brisk wind. He had been called to the sleepy coastal town to investigate a series of bizarre events—a series of disappearances that terrified the community
By Story Writer2 years ago in Horror
"The Nightmare That Refused to End"
I lay in bed, my heart racing, as the darkness closed in around me. It was just a dream, I told myself, but it felt so real. I was trapped in a never-ending cycle of terror, unable to wake up.
By Abbas2 years ago in Horror
Illuminating the Shadows of the Past. Content Warning.
Along the rugged coastline, where the waves crashed against the cliffs with relentless fury, stood the forgotten Lighthouse of Eldoria—a solitary beacon amidst the desolate landscape, its once vibrant glow extinguished long ago. Wrapped in a cloak of mist and silence, it bore witness to the passage of time, guarding the secrets buried within its weathered walls.
By Dannie2 years ago in Horror
Tears in Eyes
As I walked through the old mansion, I couldn't help but notice the eerie atmosphere that surrounded me. The air was thick with the scent of decay, and the flickering candles cast eerie shadows on the walls. I had always been drawn to the supernatural and the unknown, and this mansion was rumored to be one of the most haunted places in the country.
By Abbas2 years ago in Horror