psychological
Mind games taken way too far; explore the disturbing genre of psychological thrillers that make us question our perception of sanity and reality.
What happens in Outer Space... ...stays in Outer Space
The hum of the International Space Station was a comforting constant, a mechanical lullaby that masked the vast, indifferent silence of the cosmos. Commander Ethan Kole of NASA and Captain Yuri Volkov of Roscosmos floated in the cramped galley, sharing a rare moment of camaraderie over rehydrated coffee. They were as different as their nations---Ethan with his Midwestern drawl and easy smile, Yuri with his stoic demeanor and sharp wit---but months of shared isolation had forged a bond deeper than diplomacy.
By Antoni De'Leon10 months ago in Horror
The Silence Between Notes
When Aanya was twelve years old, the world was silent. Since she was born deaf, she never heard her father play his old violin or the trees rustling. She did, however, still have feelings. Aanya felt everything more deeply than most—through vibrations in the floor, the movement of lips, the warmth in her mother’s smile.
By Snigdha Ahmed 10 months ago in Horror
Whispers of Elderglen
Elderglen was a long-forgotten village tucked away in the woods, surrounded by unknown hills. No one remembered when it was built, or who had lived there. The majority of people in the towns nearby said that it had always been abandoned—just a collection of crooked cottages, sagging barns, and a crumbling, ivy-covered church tower. But there were whispers.
By Snigdha Ahmed 10 months ago in Horror
The Hollow Street House
They said that the house on Hollow Street was cursed. No one had lived there for nearly thirty years. Its porch sagged with age, and its windows were empty, watching eyes. The locals told tales of screams at night, lights that flickered by themselves, and shadows that moved without anyone being there. However, Daniel, then seventeen, was against ghost stories. When his family moved to town, the old Hollow house was the only one they could afford. The rumors were laughed off by his parents. His father stated, "Just old wood creaking." "Houses do not spook people." However, as soon as they moved in, Daniel realized that something was wrong. On the first night, as he unpacked boxes in his room, he felt cold air against his neck, though the windows were shut. He turned quickly, but no one was there. Then he heard it—a faint tapping sound from inside the walls.
By Snigdha Ahmed 10 months ago in Horror
The Whispering Room
In a quiet village tucked between foggy hills, there lived a little girl named Elara. She was eight years old, a little bit too brave for her own good, and curious. On the outskirts of town, her family had just moved into a stone cottage that had been vacant for as long as anyone could remember. The only thing the villagers ever said about the house was that it was "old" and "strange." However, it enchanted Elara. It had creaky wooden floors, dusty chandeliers, and long, dark hallways that seemed to whisper secrets when the wind blew.
By Snigdha Ahmed 10 months ago in Horror
One Night. One Rule. And One Secret Too Many.
Emily thought it was just a simple babysitting job. One night. One rule. But the mansion she entered held secrets darker than she could imagine. A cursed legacy. A child lost to time. And a bloodline she couldn't escape.
By Gift Abotsi 10 months ago in Horror
Make Believe
Chapter One: The New House Seven-year-old Lily Thompson wasn’t fond of the new home. It felt too silent. Each step made the creaky floorboards moan, and her bedroom window overlooked a dense, overgrown wood—like a tangle of secrets murmuring behind the trees.
By Jason “Jay” Benskin10 months ago in Horror
Things You Can't Say. Content Warning.
When I woke up, my head felt like it was torn in half. My arms and legs were so numb. It took me a few moments to figure out what it was. Someone had tied my ankles and wrists together with something. Maybe it was just string. Maybe it was a wire. But I wouldn’t be able to tell right now. As they were both behind me. There was a thick layer of duct tape around my mouth. Despite how hard I tried to get it off, I couldn’t. Not even my own tongue could push it off. Which was something that I had remembered hearing about in some kind of book.
By Raphael Fontenelle10 months ago in Horror
The Man Upstairs
Samantha's new apartment was absolutely perfect. Brand-new stainless steel appliances and granite counters in the kitchen; fully furnished with pieces that were both tasteful and comfortable; a closet big enough to double as an extra bedroom; and a million-dollar view of the city from every window. On top of all it's perks, she got it for a song. When she showed her mother the listing, neither of them believed it could be as good as it looked in the pictures. The minute they walked through the door at the open house, Samantha was in love. Her mother, however, was a bit more cautious and skeptical.
By Natalie Gray10 months ago in Horror
