Chillingreads Stories

Welcome to "Tales of the Unknown," a collection of horror short stories that comes from my dreams, imagination and even real life rumors and stories. It is a place where I dump all of my ideas, while deciding whether I wanted to expand the plot or just leave it as it is, letting it collect dust in the abyss.

Five years ago, Scarlett was the sole survivor of a brutal serial killer's rampage that shattered her small Midwestern town. Labeled the "final girl" she was hailed as a hero but haunted by the horrors she lived through. Since then, she's struggled to reclaim her life, battling nightmares, public scrutiny, and the shadows of her past. But when new murders surface, eerily mimicking the original killer's signature, the fragile peace shatters. Scarlett is thrust back into the heart of the nightmare,not just as a witness, but as a suspect. As memories she fought to bury resurface, she questions everything she thought she knew about that terrifying night. With the police and media closing in, Scarlett must face the darkest parts of herself and the chilling possibility that the monster she escaped never truly left and might be closer than she fears.

The Blackened Veil plunges readers into a world where ancient darkness rises, threatening to consume all that stands in its path. A team of elite operatives, each haunted by their own demons, is the last line of defense against a malevolent force that manipulates death, ice, and minds alike. As they delve deeper into the abyss, they uncover horrifying secrets and face unimaginable horrors. With time running out and the line between reality and nightmare blurring, they must confront the ultimate question: can they stop the darkness, or will it consume them too? Prepare for a spine-chilling journey where the shadows are alive, and the veil between life and death is perilously thin.

"After moving near a silent sea, a girl hears a haunting voice that leads to her brother's terrifying disappearance. But the truth is darker than any myth-the sea hides a monster, and it's calling her next."

"Things that Might Happen in Real Life" is a spooky collection of stories that'll make you question reality itself. From creepy encounters in forgotten places to strange happenings right at home, each chapter dives into a new tale that feels way too close for comfort. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of thrills and chills as you follow characters through the twists and turns of the unknown. Just when you think you've got it all figured out, these stories will leave you guessing what's really possible in the world around us. Buckle up for a wild ride through the shadows of the everyday.

A chilling collection of tales long forgotten - but never truly dead. Buried beneath time, memory, and silence are stories that refuse to stay gone. In this unnerving anthology by Abby Arce, whispers from the past claw their way back to the surface-through haunted houses, cursed objects, forgotten letters, and memories we swore never happened. Each story unearths a different kind of fear: the dread of being watched, the grief that twists into madness, and the unsettling thought that maybe we've lived these horrors before. Set against the backdrop of the Philippines' hidden corners and shadowed streets, this collection explores psychological and supernatural terror with chilling intimacy. Ghosts don't always wear white. Sometimes, they hide in the people we love... or in the mirror staring back. Are you ready to turn the page on what should have stayed buried? Get the FULL COPY here: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=ttp9EQAAQBAJ

Six students walk into Saturday detention-strangers, enemies, and nobodies. By Monday, one of them might be dead. When a string of brutal murders rocks their quiet town, Rueben, Mason, Louise, Alex, Trinity, and Leanne are forced together in the unlikeliest of places: detention. At first, it's just awkward silences and clashing personalities... until the police sirens wail outside their school and news spreads that another student has been found murdered. Someone is hunting them. Someone who knows their secrets. Someone who may already be closer than they think. In the dark halls of their school, trust becomes dangerous and suspicion turns deadly. Because the killer isn't just out there in the shadows- They might be sitting right beside them.

When Detective Ava Mercer is called to an eerie crime scene at the abandoned Whitmore Theater, she finds a victim posed on stage, their face hidden behind a porcelain mask. A chilling note is left behind: The show has begun. As more bodies appear, each meticulously staged as part of a sinister performance, Ava races against time to unmask the elusive killer known only as "The Director." Every clue leads deeper into the shadows of Blackwood's forgotten past, where obsession, deception, and revenge intertwine. But when the final curtain falls, will Ava bring the killer to justice-or become the star of their next act?

A hidden diary was discovered in the year 3000 at the ancient satanic ritual grounds of Bohemian Grove. It was filled with diary entries of what seemed to have been noteworthy people, now translated for your reading pleasure. From the twisted mind of Davin Dmosh comes an ever continuous chilling peak inside of his mind with a new serial, featuring some of your favorite music artists.

Twelve years ago, Aanya Kale vanished without a trace. No note. No scream. No sign of struggle. The town of Taarmukhi forgot her. Her family buried her memory. And Aarav Kale, her supposed cousin and only real friend, left it all behind-haunted by a girl who might never have existed at all. But now he's back. And things aren't right. Whispers follow him. Shadows linger too long. And when he sees a figure in the woods-barefoot, dripping, watching-he knows: Aanya is closer than ever. As Aarav digs into the past, he unearths secrets the town was desperate to keep buried. What really happened to Aanya? Why did the Kale family take her in? And why does it feel like something-or someone-is pulling him back into a story that never ended? She vanished without a trace. But some ghosts don't stay gone. And some disappearances were never meant to be solved.

In a quiet town where secrets whisper through the trees, a mysterious butterfly appears just before tragedy strikes. When Lena returns home after years away, she finds the familiar streets shadowed by fear and unexplained events. Drawn into the mystery, she teams up with unlikely allies - a local historian and a reclusive artist to uncover the truth behind the strange symbol that haunts their town. As eerie occurrences escalate, Lena must navigate tangled family ties, hidden histories, and a growing darkness that threatens to consume everything she holds dear.

They called it Jamaican food. They lied. Every bite, every smell, every morsel screamed neglect and disrespect. This isn't food-it's arrogance plated as cuisine. I've had real Haitian food. I know what care, love, and flavor taste like. This? It tastes like death. Like the animal was killed hours ago in someone's backyard and dumped onto a plate with zero respect. The meat is tough. The vegetables limp. The grains bitter. Every bite feels like a crime scene in my mouth. I can smell the indifference. I can feel the negligence clinging to me like a second skin. This story is unapologetic. It's raw. It's chaotic. It's the truth about a plate of food that claimed to be something it's not. I push the plate away, but the disrespect lingers. The energy of this "meal" haunts the table, the restaurant, and me. And I will not hold back. I will not sugarcoat. Life deserves honesty. Flavor deserves reverence. I deserve respect. If you've ever tasted food that insulted your soul, you'll understand this rage. If you've ever been promised culture and received death on a plate, this story is for you. Every word is a punch, every line a reminder to never swallow lies disguised as something real. This isn't just a rant. This is a rebellion. This is truth served raw, unapologetic, and explosive. Warning: This is not for the faint of heart. It's chaos, it's fury, it's honesty. If you can handle the taste of reality, read on.

One storm. One missing girl. One friend who refuses to let go. Clara Winters vanished without a trace on Blackthorn Isle, and the people who loved her are breaking under the weight of suspicion. Her best friend Evelyn is desperate to uncover the truth, crying, spiraling, and clinging to memories like lifelines. But the closer she digs, the darker it gets. Secrets twist between their tight-knit group of five. Lies unravel. Innocent faces blur into guilty ones. Someone is dragged off in handcuffs. And yet... the turth is colder than that is visible to the eye. Because not every friendship dies when someone disappears. Some are buried alive.

Step into the world of unspeakable terror, where every shadow hides a secret and every whisper beckons from the darkness. This chilling series of horror stories will keep you in suspense with tales full of mystery, thrill, and fear. From cursed houses to forgotten souls and the terrifying unknown, each story drags you deeper into nightmares that feel all too real. Do you dare to keep reading? Remember-once you're in, there's no escape from the terror that awaits.

--- Story Description - Am Sorry Some houses remember. Some houses never forgive. Olivia thought returning to the Asika mansion after years would be simple. Just a place to confront old memories and find closure. But the house had other plans. Whispers in the shadows, cold touches in empty rooms, and voices that speak secrets long buried-this house remembers everything. Every lie. Every betrayal. Every hidden sin. As Olivia faces the darkness lurking within its walls, she begins to uncover secrets her family tried to bury for decades. But some truths come with a price... and some apologies arrive too late. Am Sorry is a psychological supernatural thriller about family secrets, guilt, and forces older than memory. Will Olivia survive the night, or will the shadows claim her as they have so many before? ---

This is a collection of short horror stories designed to send chills down the spine of the reader. Each narrative is filled with suspense and mystery, culminating in a terrifying ending that leaves an indelible impact. These stories are meant to keep the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end, from uncanny brushes with the otherworldly to spine-tingling moments of fear. Whether you're a horror fan or just seeking for a good fright, these stories will not disappoint.

When best friends Clara and Aria are abruptly evicted from their home, they stumble upon a mysterious, sprawling house-No. 7 on St. Marymil. Desperate for a place to stay, they ignore the whispers about the house's cursed past. But from the moment they arrive, chilling signs warn them: blood-red stains on bushes, eerie whispers at night, and the haunting presence of Ramu Uncle, the unsettling gardener who seems to know more than he lets on. As strange events spiral into terrifying encounters, Clara and Aria realize this house has secrets that won't let them leave... alive.

In a quiet town with a chilling legend, Ava checks into a lonely cottage where things go wrong after midnight. When knocks echo at her door at exactly 2:33 AM, she remembers the local rule: Never open the door after the third knock. But legends are just stories... until they're not. A bone-chilling short horror tale about silence, superstition, and what happens when you ignore the warning.

Follow the gripping tale of a girl who seemingly had it all - an intriguing job, a gorgeous marriage, and a seemingly ordinary life. But when she begins to unravel the deep, dark secrets she's kept buried inside, her world is turned upside down in ways she never imagined. Brace yourself for a heart-pounding, gut-wrenching journey of self-discovery that will leave you breathless. And just when you think you've seen it all, prepare for a mind-bending twist that could threaten her very existence. This is no ordinary story of self-discovery - it's a riveting, explosive, and life-changing journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end!

Each night, the old woman whispered horrors into the dark. By the flicker of candlelight, a grandmother tells her granddaughter a new tale... twisted, chilling, and all too real. But as the stories grow darker, so does the house around them. In this collection of short horror stories, bedtime becomes a gateway to something far more terrifying than sleep.