Halloween Short

A candy man... A cat with a mustache... Best friends... A dead body... Alivia Sue Harper (Ash) starts an event planning business in her hometown of Harpertown and her first event is a combination Halloween-Birthday-Welcome Home party for her best friend, Kaley Ann Tipton (Kat). Then they find a dead body... A short read cozy mystery.

Step into a world of enchanting Halloween adventures with "Moonlit Mischief: Spooky Tales for Brave Young Souls"! This delightful collection of short stories will captivate readers ages 6-10 with its perfect blend of magic, mystery, and just the right amount of spine-tingling fun. Join a cast of courageous kids as they encounter friendly ghosts, solve candy-coated mysteries, bring jack-o'-lanterns to life, and even stumble upon real magic! From the aspiring detective uncovering the truth behind missing Halloween treats to the young explorer braving a creaky old mansion, each tale sparkles ...

Nine spine-chilling stories from Charles Dickens, Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jerome K. Jerome, read by Laurence Olivier, Nelson Olmsted, and Basil Rathbone.

Four years ago, Gabe became a multimillionaire overnight. Money isn’t everything, though. Fortunately, life is now tossing Gabe another wonderful surprise. One that goes by the name of Cam. This sweet and steamy MM short story features an injured friend, a millionaire with a kind heart, and some Halloween fun.

A selection of enchanting stories by one of the world's best-loved children's authors, Enid Blyton. Ribby the Gnome has a very bad habit: he always borrows things and never brings them back! But when he takes a wizard's umbrella and doesn't return it, he's in for a horrible surprise. The umbrella is magic, and it is very angry!

When Andrew’s roommate, Sean, admits to feeling attraction to a guy for the first time, namely to Andrew, Andrew agrees to let Sean experiment with him. This sweet and steamy MM short story features college roommates, first time, gay for you, and guys who love to cuddle.

Agnes Leeland groaned when her mother pulled up in front of the abandoned home, they were going to rent for who knew how long! "Oh Mom, this house looks like a witch's house! It's bad enough that you and I are witches, but now people will automatically assume it's true! Why did you have to pick this house?" Agnes and her mother were constantly on the move after it was discovered that they each possessed magical powers. Agnes especially had a difficult time fitting in at school, and without meaning to, would sometimes let her peers have it with her magic when their taunting would go too far....

In the haunted town of Oakdale, sparks fly between bartender Noah and shy photographer Allison amidst costumes and spooky decor at his tavern’s monster bash on All Hallows’ Eve. But Allison experiences unexplained supernatural events—glimpses of a shadowy figure that may be the legendary Irish Jack’s ghost. Are these just harmless paranormal tricks leading up to Halloween, or could the haunting be real? Amid lingering questions of the paranormal, cute surprises, and creative dates, Noah and Allison’s connection deepens, until they both begin entertaining ideas of taking their ...

Finn hates Halloween. Yet this year he let his best friend, Ryan, peer pressure him into going through a haunted house. When Ryan comforts Finn during the frightening experience, though, Finn realizes there are some perks to being spooked. This sweet and steamy MM short story features first time, friends to lovers, and a haunted frat house.

It's Halloween night and the O'Reilly's are gathered together for yet another night of ghostly tales and paranormal happenings. Between haunted homes and active morgues, to mischievous or affectionate ghosts, to the real reason why some of the O’Reillys don’t like to go down to the basement – this collection of stories will keep you entertained while shivers run up and down your spine. The perfect treat to get you in the mood for Halloween.

Two men trek through a snowstorm along the frozen Black River, seeking safety from the undead that pursue them.

Halloween is in danger. Food shortages and terror attacks led the candy companies to think that Halloween wouldn't be happening this year. Only Hannah de Payser knows better than that. With some help from her friends, she's going to make sure that it takes place, no matter what. All they need is a little luck, some magical powers and, of course... The Candy Witch. *This is a short story in the Damsel universe and falls between book seven and eight, in the reading order.

Each tale captures a haunting atmosphere, with elements of suspense, tragic histories, and supernatural encounters.

It's Halloween night at the O'Reilly home and all of the family members, except Tom, are gathered around the Jack O'Lantern to tell tales of ghostly happenings. But, when Tom finally arrives, will his adventure that very evening be even more frightening than all the tales combined?

Roommates Lindy and Rowan can hardly wait to decorate their new home for Halloween, but no sooner do they begin than they run afoul the newly elected head of their homeowner association, Clay Hilliard. When Clay tells them the inflatable Hello Kitty won't be allowed on their lawn, the women plan revenge against the handsome homeowner association head and his assistant, Jon Ingram. An old-fashioned prank is in order, one involving eggs and toilet paper. But Clay and Jon aren't just ordinary neighbors. They are Daddy Doms who believe an old-fashioned prank calls for old-fashioned consequences...

A selection of some of the scariest, weirdest, and downright crazy horror writers have been collected together by award winning author Christopher Ripley to form an assortment of twisted tales that have inspired the greatest Halloween event on earth. An anthology put together with the sole purpose of exploring how the genesis of these stories began and where perhaps they are heading. A mixture of classic and new tales that will fill your cold nights with terror. So lock the door, start the fire, and sit back as we share our horror filled tales with you....

Halloween is growing near, and Matt's buddy Ray, already spooked by strange noises in the morgue, insists the old mansion down the street from Edna's is haunted. When Matt also sees a girl standing at the window of the abandoned old mansion, plans are made for a ghost hunt! With Stacy on her way into town for Halloween, bringing with her some very alluring costumes for her best friend LeAnn and herself, there is sure to be more than a little fun mixed in with the chills! Taking place after The Velvet Sea but before The Tender Shore, this is a fun holiday treat for fans of this unique series.

Listen to these spooky Halloween stories from best-selling author Arnie Lightning. These short stories are quick and easy listens for you and your children's enjoyment!

Beware the weeping wails of the headless bride Harry Dwight, a broke tech genius, heard the folklore all his life - the headless bride floating over the swell off Cinder Bay, haunting wayward ships in the wee hours of night. But he knew it for what it was. Just another campfire story meant to scare kids. But when his best friend lands him a late-night pitch opportunity offshore, Harry's beliefs are shaken to the core. Her wails are loud, like the incarnated screams of a thousand tormented souls. Her vacant gaze stares wherever he goes. Her taunt is consistent, at the wake of every bleeding ...

"Great short Halloween mystery." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ When a prized award for a local haunted house competition suddenly goes missing, Emma Marsh and her sister Lilly set out on a tantalizing adventure to save her candy shop and keep the competition on schedule. Immerse yourself in the delectable world of Candyland Confections, where sugary delights and spine-tingling mysteries collide! Emma Marsh, the owner of a delightful candy shop, is on a mission to save her sweet business when the prized award for a local haunted house contest vanishes. Teaming up with her trusted sister and confidante...