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The hidden world of all things supernatural; a look inside witchcraft, spells, vexes, black magic and other spine-tingling supernatural phenomena.

Whispers Beneath Ashford Bridge: The Town That Was Buried Alive
Whispers Beneath Ashford Bridge: The Town That Was Buried Alive In the quiet hills of rural Pennsylvania, nestled between rusting rail lines and crumbling stone roads, lies the ghost of a town the world forgot—Ashford Bridge. Once a vibrant mining community, Ashford Bridge was abruptly wiped from the map in a matter of hours. What happened that fateful night in 1943 has been kept from public knowledge… until now.
By Manisha James8 months ago in Horror
The Haunting of Hill House: A Masterpiece of Psychological Horror
Exploring Shirley Jackson’s Timeless Tale of Terror and Isolation One of the best ghost stories ever written is widely regarded as Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel The Haunting of Hill House. Jackson's novel disturbs readers through psychological tension, unreliable narration, and the slow unraveling of sanity, in contrast to conventional horror, which relies on gore and jump scares. At its core, The Haunting of Hill House is not just about a haunted house—it’s about haunted people, the fragility of the mind, and the terror of loneliness. In this deep dive, we’ll explore the novel’s themes, characters, and legacy, examining why it remains a cornerstone of gothic horror literature.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
My Mother’s Ghost Lives in My Stomach
I didn’t feel her die — not in the way people expect. No splitting grief, no thunderclap revelation. Just a quiet pressure under my ribs, like something small had curled up there and gone to sleep.
By Pelzang T8 months ago in Horror
The Writing on the Wall
By “the writing on the wall,” I don’t mean some figurative or metaphorical happenstance—some omen signaling the development of an as-yet-unforeseen, undesirable ending to a situation, one that I would tremble, with weak-kneed alacrity, to even contemplate.
By Tom Baker8 months ago in Horror
The Man in the Prison
David didn’t say a word to the officer that told him about his new cellmate. He ignored the mocking tone from the guard as he led the new guy into his cell. David took a quick peek at the newbie.
By Emy Quinn8 months ago in Horror
The Sinister Secrets of Ravenmoor Lake: A Haunting That Refuses to Die
Introduction: In the heart of Oregon lies a seemingly peaceful body of water—Ravenmoor Lake. Locals warn travelers to steer clear of its misty shores after sunset. Why? Because Ravenmoor is no ordinary lake—it’s a graveyard of secrets, drenched in centuries-old curses, mysterious disappearances, and ghostly apparitions.
By Manisha James8 months ago in Horror
EchoFace It doesn't show who you are. It shows who's watching you.
It started as a dare. Nora had always been the skeptic in her friend group—the one who rolled her eyes at ghost stories and laughed at conspiracy videos. So when her roommate Lexie told her about the app going viral on dark web forums, Nora just shrugged.
By Mian Nazir Shah8 months ago in Horror
The Chilling TikTok Trend That’s Haunting Users: The “Mirror Reflection Challenge” Gone Wrong
Introduction TikTok has seen countless trends come and go — dance routines, pranks, and even bizarre food combinations. But the latest viral sensation, known as the “Mirror Reflection Challenge,” is taking an unexpectedly dark turn. What started as a playful experiment with camera angles has allegedly led to unexplained reflections, paranormal encounters, and deeply unsettling footage.
By Manisha James8 months ago in Horror
"The Village Where No One Die: A Country-Old Mystery"
The story was accidentally discovered in a family travel journal passed down through the generations. The journal spoke of a place nestled between lush hills, untouched by modernity, where time seemed to stand still. The fact that the village had not seen a single natural death in more than a century is truly astonishing. Curious and skeptical, I set out to find this mysterious place. I finally arrived at a small village known locally as "Amargram," which literally translates to "the immortal village," after days of traveling and detours through narrow forest paths. The first thing I noticed was the silence—not the eerie kind, but a peaceful, harmonious quietude. Under ancient banyan trees, children played. Elders sat on wooden benches, eyes bright and faces lined with the soft etchings of time—but surprisingly vibrant. No illness symptoms. No graveyards. I saw people living fully, deeply, and gently.
By Md. Saiful Islam Shaon 8 months ago in Horror
I'm Possessed by a Demon
I didn’t know what was happening at first. I assumed it was stress. I would find myself talking in front of a mirror, for hours on end. I disregarded my college classes whenever I felt like it. I talked back to my professors and sent death threats by email when they would dare to question why I started skipping.
By Emy Quinn8 months ago in Horror
The Whispers of Black Hollow Forest – A Nightmare That Never Ends
Deep in the heart of Oregon lies Black Hollow Forest—a place so cursed, locals refuse to utter its name after dark. It’s not just a tale to scare tourists; even experienced hikers won’t step near it. What makes Black Hollow terrifying isn’t what you see… it’s what you hear.
By Manisha James8 months ago in Horror
The 25 Best Horror Books of the Last Decade - Vulture
Over the course of the past ten years, horror literature has experienced a renaissance, with authors pushing boundaries, fusing genres, and delivering fresh nightmares that last long after the final page. The last ten years have provided readers with some of the most chilling and original works in the genre, including psychological terrors, supernatural hauntings, and visceral body horror. Whether you're a longtime horror fan or a newcomer looking for a scare, this list compiles the 25 best horror books of the last decade—each one a standout in its own right.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror