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  • Face Your Demons by BreeSeeingYou
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    One year ago, Sarah's best friend Cassie brutally murdered four classmates in the house next door. Then Cassie disappeared. No one knows why she did it. Or that Sarah could have stopped her. Now, strange things are happening - messages written in blood, familiar voices whispering to Sarah, faces in the mirror that aren't her own. Cassie's favorite slumber party game was always Bloody Mary and her final entries in a journal are filled with stories about a "presence" in the mirror, who listened when no one else did. Cassie poured her fear, anger, and heartbreak into Bloody Mary - confessing the bullying, loneliness, and slow, painful realization that Sarah was starting to make new friends and move on without her. As the anniversary of the murders approaches, Sarah and her friends - including Abby, who might be something more - must follow the clues and go to what's now called the Demon House. There, they will learn what really happened, what Cassie unleashed...and whether she's still alive. Cassie faced her demons and failed. Bloody Mary is done waiting. And Sarah is next. --------- Highest Rankings: 🥇#1 in Urban Legends 🥇 #1 in YA Horror 🥈#2 in Occult Top 5 in Psychological Horror Top 5 in Horror *Updates on Tuesdays and Fridays*
  • We Were Never Alone : The Oakhaven Chronicles  by ShraddhaDeshmukh
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    "I'VE BEEN WATCHING YOU WATCH THEM." You aren't just reading a story; you are accessing Case File #99-Beta. Recovered from the Oakhaven "Blind Spot" collection, these pages contain the only evidence of the Replacement Protocol and the disappearance of Maddie (Subject 04).
  • The Empty Seat Mystery by DonutBites00
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    In my new classroom, there's one seat nobody ever uses. Not because it's broken. Not because it's taken. But because the last student who sat there... died. They say her name was Emily. They say she killed herself. I didn't believe any of it. Until the seat beside me moved... and someone whispered my name.
  • The Velveteen Frequency by SylviaBriar
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    Some frequencies are meant to remain dead air. It is October 1998, and Arlo Banks is suffocating in a purgatory of yellowed plastic, stale marijuana smoke, and the claustrophobic sub-basements of Channel 8. As a night-shift archival assistant and a functional burnout, Arlo escapes his mundane reality by abusing heavy strains of marijuana and diving deep into early internet lore and urban legends. When his passive-aggressive manager writes him up for unauthorized napping, Arlo retaliates by raiding a condemned sub-basement and stealing a sealed box of VHS tapes. He hopes to unearth a profitable piece of lost media to boost his reputation on the message boards. Instead, he brings home a biological puppet. The tapes contain The Happy Hollows, a rumored "Holy Grail" of lost media. But the broadcast does not stay on the screen. The footage begins to mimic Arlo's reality on a delay-a delay that is rapidly shortening. Arlo initially relies on the "Stoner Defense," rationalizing the bizarre events as weed-induced paranoia, hallucinations, or an elaborate prank. But the physical world begins to rot. His environment mutates into a tactile nightmare of "Damp Plush". Glass softens into gelatin , blood thickens into strawberry preserves , and human flesh takes on the texture of distressed velvet. Hunted through infinitely stretching hallways by a towering mascot named Uncle Corduroy and a swarm of Clay-Kin, Arlo must navigate the collapsing boundary between reality and the broadcast. He has to sever the signal before the frequency overtakes him entirely, transforming his own anatomy into polyester stuffing and rusted wire.
  • GAME OF SPADES  by wychhazle1
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    GAME OF SPADES Paranormal/ Urban Fiction It's 1996 in the Windy City. Summer time. A few million in counterfeit bills are won by Miguel, a sharp mexican Chicago gangster with a quick fuse, in a spades game in Isla Mujeres while on vacation. He decides to use it to take some territory from Snake, an old spades partner he ran long cons with in his earlier years. His plan stirs up fire. Divine, is a charismatic hustler with abnormally keen perception. He knows what's poppin' in the hood before the hood does, but keeps below the radar. Low key. His ' feelers' catch a preview of the heat coming. He forsees in his mind's eye a rush of drama in the streets. Deaths and tricks. He tries to stay out of it, but becomes helplessly attracted to Tomika, a clever, androgynous gangstress. Lost, on the run, and desperate. She has similar abilities. Rhonda, her lover and a ruthless chick, was collecting a trail of bodies with her clique. It was paying well. Getting them both close to the dream of moving out the city and living good. Rhonda, works for Snake. When Snake sends her to murder three of his own men to steal 80 grand in counterfeit bills from. Miguel, she is killed by him personally. This sets off a storm of murder, lies and deception. Divine loses his best friend to the mess and at the same time, discovers a portion of the bills are in his possession. He has to get out of the city. Tomika and Divine decide to unite forces to outsmart their pursuers and leave to realize their dreams.
  • Cryptid Sightings: Tales, Reports, and Field Research by AustinWhittaker
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    Across America's forests, backroads, and forgotten towns, something ancient is still moving in the dark. This field guide collects real sightings, regional legends, and firsthand accounts of twenty of the most mysterious creatures ever reported - from towering forest watchers to swamp‑born predators and hollow‑eyed silhouettes that appear only when the fog rolls in. Each chapter blends folklore, witness testimony, and atmospheric storytelling to uncover the patterns behind these encounters. Whether it's the Michigan Dogman stalking rural roads, the Dark Watchers standing silent on California ridges, or the Hollow Men emerging from the treeline without a sound, every creature leaves behind a trail of questions that refuses to fade. This book is for anyone who's ever felt watched in the woods, heard footsteps behind them on an empty trail, or wondered what else might be sharing the night. These stories aren't just legends - they're warnings, sightings, and evidence that the unknown is closer than we think. And some of these creatures aren't staying in the shadows anymore.
  • Ashbourne: The Forgotten Curse by jonnotsnowin
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    In the town of Ashbourne, the forest remembers things people forgot. They call the old stories myths now. But Eddie stark is about to learn that some myths never fade... they wait.
  • AKUMA- The tempter by r1swqa
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    The mandap glowed like a dream-marigolds swaying, fire crackling, laughter woven into sacred chants. Maya giggled, tossing petals over Ruby as she circled the fire with Rohan. "This is actually happening-" A pair of arms suddenly wrapped around her waist. Before she could react, she was pulled behind a pillar. "Maya." Her breath caught. Lucifer. "Are you insane? Let go-someone will see!" "I don't think I will," he murmured, eyes dropping to her lips. "You're impossible." "And you love that." Before she could reply- He closed the distance and kissed her. For a moment, the world softened into warmth and quiet. Then- Something snapped. Lucifer stilled, pulling back, gaze shifting past her. "...It's started." The air turned heavy. They turned. Rohan stood frozen at the mandap. His body jerked once. Then again. Ruby laughed nervously. "Rohan-stop-" He lifted his head. Maya's breath hitched. No iris. No brown. Just bloodshot white-veins blackening, spreading across his face, crawling under his skin. Thin scratches surfaced along his neck, as if something inside was clawing out. He smiled. Wrong. The fire surged. A guest was suddenly thrown into a pillar-no warning, just impact. Screams erupted. Someone stumbled near the flames as Rohan moved-too fast, too unnatural-sending people scattering in panic. "Run!" Maya gripped Lucifer's arm. "What is happening?!" His voice was low. "That's not him anymore." Across the chaos- Rohan's gaze locked onto her. And this time- it recognized her. --- Maya Cowns, a part-time vocalist, attends her sister Ruby's grand wedding into the powerful Takahashi family-only to be drawn to the enigmatic Lucifer. As love sparks, darkness follows. When groom Rohan falls into a mysterious coma, a sinister entity-Akuma-emerges, unraveling buried secrets, betrayals, and a past that refuses to stay dead.
  • Disturbing Nigerian Stories: Things People Pretend Don't Happen  by debrahwrites
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    Not all horrors are imagined. Some are remembered. Some are whispered. Some are carefully avoided in conversation. These are short Nigerian horror stories drawn from the kinds of fears people pretend do not exist, the kind that live in quiet villages, crowded streets, family houses, and dark rooms where nobody wants to sleep alone. Read one at night if you dare. You may begin to notice things..
  • 🇩🇷🇪🇦🇲🇮🇳🇬 🇬🇷🇦🇻🇪 by nikki--
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    In the quiet corners of Osaka, Chihiro Shohei lived a humble life at twelve, shared only with her older brother Haru. While Haru struggled to keep them away from poverty in their small apartment, tragedy struck: he passed away mysteriously during his sleep, leaving Chihiro an orphan once more. Years passed under the care of Haru's best friend, Shuto Ken'ichi. Now sixteen, Chihiro finds herself drawn into the shadow of an ancient legend. As she and Ken'ichi dig into the past, they realize the truth is far stranger and dreadful than they ever imagined, and she starts to recall memories of that exact night--- the night her brother passed away.
  • Paranormal Investigator: The Glitch in the Town Laundry by datacode
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    "A dead radio screams a child's plea. An abandoned laundry room with windows that stay impossibly clean. And a yellow panda statue that sees everything." Investigator Elias thought he was following a routine lead, but the ghosts of the Municipal Laundry don't just haunt the halls-they wait for their next victim to walk through the door. Will he solve the mystery of the missing boy, or become another glitch in the system?
  • Level 0: The Hum Of The Unseen by Broccoli_Trap
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    "If you aren't careful and you noclip out of reality in the wrong areas, you'll end up in the Backrooms..." One minute, Aris was taking a shortcut behind the old warehouse to get home before dinner. The next, the world glitched. The pavement turned to carpet, the sky turned into flickering fluorescent lights, and the silence was replaced by a hum that never stops. Now, he's trapped in Level 0-a 600-million-square-mile maze of empty, yellow rooms. There are no exits. There are no clocks. And despite the crushing emptiness, Aris knows one thing for sure: He is not alone. In a place where physics is broken and shadows move on their own, Aris must find a way to "noclip" back to reality before the hum drives him mad-or before It catches up to him. ⚠️ WARNING: Do not look at the ceiling. Do not follow the sound of crying. If you hear something crawling nearby, it has definitely already heard you.
  • The Hippo and The Cat: Requiem fates by Hasjakel
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    House Hippo and Sirpawsalot are back for their second iteration. With more chaos, the world is in their hands.
  • CHIRPS OF FEAR : A GHASTLY LEGACY by CercentWolf
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    Genre: Horror, Supernatural Fiction, Mystery Story Description: In a quaint town Japan, a group of high school friends stumble upon an ancient evil lurking in the shadows. What begins as a carefree summer time class, soon descends into a terrifying fight for survival. When Alex, Yanamoto & Miko explore the abandoned forest farm, they unleash a malevolent spirit tied to Japan's darkest history. As the spirit's influence spreads, the group faces gruesome encounters and unsettling revelations. Is that really a ghost encounter or are they hallucinating? is everything around them true? As traditional Japanese folklore and mythology collide with modern-day horrors, the friends must confront their deepest fears and unravel the mystery behind the haunting. Will they survive the night, or become the latest victims of a dark legacy? Themes: Friendship, Cultural Heritage, Trauma, Supernatural Horror, Japanese Folklore. Target Audience: Fans of horror, supernatural fiction, and Japanese culture. Tagline: "When the music whispers , terror unfolds." Cover Art by : サーセントウルフ Author Bio: [Sir.centWolf] is a enthusiast and writer, inspired by Japan's rich folklore and culture.
  • A Leap of Fate by emillywinter
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    Ikebukuro has always been known for its urban legends. The black rider has become old news. Now, everybody is talking about a mysterious taxi driver who does not take people where they want to go, but where they need to be. One night, Izaya steps into this cab.
  • The Mystery of My Aunt's House by Alexreedz
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    Seven friends. One cursed house. As darkness descends, they vanish one by one-until the last survivor must uncover the chilling truth buried in her aunt's past. But some doors... should never be opened.
  • Whispers by the Fire. by innocentunicorn420
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    Some stories are meant to stay untold. But the fire is hungry, and secrets burn brightest in the dark. When a group of friends gathers around a campfire on a quiet night in the woods, they each bring with them a ghost story-tales rooted in whispers, shadows, and urban legends from across India. But as the night stretches on, the line between fiction and reality begins to blur. Each tale is darker than the last. And something in the forest is listening...
  • 🌺The Legend of The Sampaguita Flowers 🌺 by Itz_LoWell
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    Read and discover Why does Sampaguita flowers has strong scent. Story all written by: Lowell
  • THE WHISTLERS by __bred__
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    In Black Hollow, sunset isn't a romantic moment. It's a warning. When the sun dips behind the Appalachian peaks, cars vanish from the streets, shopkeepers shutter their doors in silence, and the entire town holds its breath. Everyone knows the Golden Rule: Never be outside after dark. Emma, Luke, Sarah, and Noah thought it was just small-town superstition. But everything changes when a long whistle-too sharp, too precise to be the wind-echoes their footsteps from the edge of the woods. As cryptic symbols bleed into the bark of the trees and chilling messages appear on their doorsteps, the four friends realize the town's rules aren't there to protect the citizens... they are meant to keep something ancient and hungry from coming inside. Someone is counting. Someone is whistling. And now, they know where you live.
  • The Uncounted by LibrarySleeper
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    A veteran subway guard notices a chilling new "subculture" spreading through the tunnels. They look like us, but they smell like decay. They don't use phones, they carry stolen memories, and they're multiplying. As the crowd grows stranger, Arthur realizes he's not just watching commuters anymore-he's watching a silent invasion. And they've already taken something precious from him. If you like weird urban legends and stories that stay with you long after you've finished reading, this is for you.