Haunted House Stories

Exley House had lain empty and alone for years since Mary died, as if it had chosen isolation for itself, as if occupants were an extravagance it could forgo. Locals had always thought Mary had been verging on insane. One by one her four children had disappeared without a trace, but none of them had come forward to claim the house for themselves, nor take any of her belongings. The once immaculate grass now grew long and unkempt, and in that grass was narrow pathways made by local children hoping to catch a glimpse of Mary’s ghost. The new owner’s, Bill, and his wife Belle had seen the ...

A supernatural fiction book set in Perthshire, Scotland during the early 20th century. In the beguiling Scottish Highlands, our narrator answers an ad for a lodger in the picturesque town of Pitlochry. Expecting a strict, unappealing landlady, he is surprised to meet the kind and elegant Miss Flora Macdonald. What begins as a nostalgic return to a beloved childhood location quickly turns into a journey through layers of supernatural mystery and eerie history. Each day in Miss Macdonald's enchanting home deepens their bond and uncovers chilling tales. The narrator's peaceful life is ...

In a remote, decaying manor, Serena confronts a haunted past entwined with a dark, enigmatic presence. As the shadows close in, she finds unexpected salvation in Andrew, a man with his own demons to face. Together, they fight against the suffocating grip of the house and the darkness it harbors. Through trust, love, and the strength of their bond, Serena and Andrew forge a new path, proving that even in the darkest places, hope can take root.

The Headless Fountain Man A simple photo. A quick snap shot. One woman's perfect picture is about to become her scariest nightmare. Devil at the Wheel A Joyride in a Chevy Chevelle. The car was just sitting there for the taking. What could possibly go wrong? Vinnie and Mike are about to find out what can and will go wrong once they turn the key. Evil awaits. Ride shotgun if you dare. Fear of the Scarecrow A desperate and angry man is hungry for revenge. He seeks out justice in a most unlikely way. Sometimes justice comes with a price. The Dragon A simple machine. Able to answer requests. ...

She inherited a house, but discovered something far more valuable within the haunted walls... When Lyra inherits Fairlane Manor from her late great-uncle, she never imagined the secrets it held within its timeworn walls. The legacy of a once-renowned artist lingers like a specter, his eerie and lifelike animal paintings haunting the minds of those who dare to behold them. In a whispered legend, a traveler sought refuge at Fairlane Manor, only to become ensnared in the painter's mysterious masterpiece. Trapped within the canvas, he was cursed to roam as a fearsome werewolf, his fate forever ...

Dive into an enthralling tale of bravery, friendship, and unexplained phenomena with "Mystery of the Haunted Lighthouse in San Diego: Two Junior Sleuths on the Case." In the bustling streets and shadowy corners of Old Town San Diego, a story unfolds that will captivate the hearts and minds of young adventurers everywhere. Meet Jack Dixon and Scott Thompson, two daring friends with an insatiable appetite for adventure and mystery. When rumors of a haunted lighthouse reach their ears, they know they've stumbled upon their biggest case yet. Determined to uncover the truth, Jack, the thoughtful...

Amazon #1 Best Seller in Unexplained Mysteries AND #1 in Parapsychology **GET BOOK #1: The Secret War: A True Story About A Real Alien War and Shadow People® “Have you seen this man?” It was a simple image and question posted online by Heidi Hollis in 2001 that sparked a worldwide awareness that—HE IS REAL! From the author who discovered Hat Man® and warned you about Shadow People®—now learn more details about this ultimate THREAT! Victims worldwide have reported seeing this man peering into their homes, their bedrooms, their cribs, their cars, their lives, and even—into their ...

They were frozen, not from the cold, but from deep within their bones, a primal instinct. Fear. “Going so soon?” a voice asked. Hello there and welcome to the Haunted Houses Creak: A Horror Collection short story collection, containing spine-tinglers, under-the-bed checkers, tragedies of the human condition, and more! Be warned: some of these stories may be truly scary, and some are definitely on the goofier side. Be prepared to laugh, cry, roll your eyes, and shiver. Praise for the following tales: "Scary, Funny, & Pulse Pounding."- Amazon, Phantoms of Eternity: Haunted House, ⭐️...

Scare Street is proud to present a new collection of Ron Ripley’s bone-chilling tales of terror. Five macabre masterpieces, lovingly crafted from the darkest depths of your nightmares. Includes: "Walking", "The Bridge", "Squatting", "Maker's Hill", and "The First Bad Thing".

On the Eve of the Final Days the Dead Will Walk the Earth The veil between the worlds of the living and the dead has started to weaken. The events that took place in East London during the autumn months has unleashed a psychic wave that has spread out across the capital, and in its wake the dead are becoming restless. Violent poltergeist activity and horrifying apparitions are just the tip of the iceberg. With each day that passes more and more people are reporting encounters with terrifying things that seem to come from beyond the grave. And while the public at large remains ignorant of ...

Tim finds himself entwined in a web of paranormal occurrences and high-stakes business maneuvers. As the protagonist and narrator, Tim navigates a tumultuous life filled with extraordinary challenges. Haunted by guilt over a series of tragic events he believes himself responsible for and dealing with his wife Candy's deteriorating mental state, Tim relies on Sheena, his spirit guide, to navigate these troubled waters. The novel takes readers through Tim's intriguing journey as he grapples with the complexities of his PEEL product business, including negotiations with the manipulative Dagger...

Whilst writer Charles Dickens needs no introduction, his Haunted House anthology might, not least because in his role as editor he introduces a formidable array of known and lesser-known literary talents.

The house counts its own tenants... When estranged siblings inherit a rotting boarding house on the edge of Bleak Hollow, they unlock more than a forgotten family secret—they awaken a place where pain is play, and guilt is gourmet. There are thirteen rooms… but only twelve keys. And the thirteenth? It opens when it wants, and it remembers everything. Within its walls live demons who don’t want your soul—they want your worst memory, your deepest shame, and the moment you almost let someone die. They’ll drag it out of you again and again… and sometimes, they’ll wear your face ...

Larry Scholl, author of True Tales of Haunted People, Places, and Things, Volume 1 is back with another collection of eerie and spine-tingling true stories from around the world. A young girl locked in a mausoleum alive who cannot rest, a cursed ring that claimed the life of a Hollywood superstar, a coach of bones that that carries a murderer on her eternal quest for atonement. These are only a few of the spectral characters you will meet in these pages filled with hauntings, and curses, and ghosts. . .oh my!

Forty years ago, triplets Miriam, Louise, and Edward were swept up in a case of rural mass hysteria. Coerced into fabricating unspeakable lies about their first-grade teacher and her adult son, they were complicit in destroying two lives. Ever since, they have believed they are being followed by a presence still seeking retribution for their childhood sins. Unless their guilty consciences are conjuring as many monsters as their innocent minds once did.

Some houses whisper. This one bites. Daniel thought he was getting a fresh start when he moved into a run-down rowhouse on the edge of town. But the strange chattering sounds in the walls won’t stop. And when he peels back a layer of old plaster, he finds something impossible—a row of human teeth embedded in the wall. As the house’s hunger grows, so does its grip on Daniel. Doors vanish. Rooms shift. And the walls begin to whisper things only he can hear. From Rick Brink, author of The Meat House, comes a terrifying new entry in the Terror Novellas series—a claustrophobic tale of ...

Shadows & Strangeness - A Collection of True Ghost Stories, Hauntings and Weirdness Anew collection of scary true ghost stories and tales of the paranormal from G. Michael Vasey. Haunted homes, strange places, poltergeist, haunted hotels, black-eyed kids, and much, much more in this new collection. A frightening read for night time.... I started reading stories and experiences that I had collected looking for that extra special new angle. I realized after a while that what I find spooky are stories in which the protagonist isn’t identifiable. What I mean by that is that the ghost, ...

When Callie Wilford inherits a century-old inn in southern Arizona, locals tell her of a ghost who "guards" the inn. But Callie doesn't believe in ghosts, and she plans to turn the inn into a bed and breakfast. Then things start to happen--strange, spooky things--and she begins to wonder if there is some truth to the ghost stories. If that weren't bad enough, Callie discovers a mysterious grave in the cellar. As she confronts the inn's tragic secrets, she also faces her lonely past and learns to embrace her heritage. But it takes a handsome cowboy and a charming rancher to prove that ...

A secluded farmhouse. A bloody meat cleaver. And a past that refuses to stay buried. When a group of old friends reunites for what was supposed to be a relaxing weekend in the country, they instead discover The Meat House—a decaying property with a sinister reputation. As night falls and the walls seem to close in, the group begins to unravel. Screams echo through the trees. Doors open on their own. And something... or someone... is waiting. Rick Brink delivers a relentless, gore-soaked descent into madness, perfect for fans of visceral horror, haunted places, and psychological torment. ...

On a small isolated island in a large Canadian lake a man tries to settle down to study in an old solitary house. After a few days of perfect relaxation and study, he suddenly becomes aware that he’s not alone and that there is something unseen and terrifying in his chosen bedroom.