Folklore Mystery

Legends and Myths: Ever wonder what Bigfoot really is? Dragons? Goblins? These case files hold the secrets to folklore and so called "myths" The SCP Foundation operates beyond jurisdiction, empowered and entrusted by every major national government with the task of containing anomalous objects, entities, and phenomena. Many of these anomalies pose a significant threat to global security by threatening physical or psychological harm. All of them undermine the natural laws that the people of the world implicitly trust in. These are their case files. Note: Case files include interviews and ...

Every click could be your last. From shadowy message boards to cursed videos, Cursed Clicks dives into the dark web of digital folklore where modern myths are born. Riley Knox brings you a collection of disturbing tales inspired by the internet's most chilling corners. Whether it's the whisper of a forgotten username or a livestream gone wrong, these stories will make you think twice before scrolling again. Are you brave enough to click?

It's the dead of night; you are fast asleep. Suddenly, you are wide awake but unable to move. Hunched over you in the shadows is an eight- or nine-foot-tall gaunt entity with spider-thin limbs, dressed in an old-style black suit, its pale face missing eyes, nose, ears, and mouth. You finally manage to cry out. The monstrous thing disappears as suddenly as it appeared. You just had a terrifying encounter with the Slenderman. Who - or what - is the Slenderman? His existence began on the Internet, but he didn't stay online.

When socialite Madeleine Saint-Leon reports her fiancé, Benoit Devereaux, missing—claiming he was taken by the Loch Ness monster—the authorities are skeptical. Desperate, she turns to renowned cryptozoologist Dr. Chelsea Buckley. Realizing her limited experience with the Loch Ness monster, Chelsea assembles a top-tier team: Ben Markarios, Gabe Norwich, Dustin McCord, Ash McCord, Francois LeFebvre, and Lux Branson. As the team gathers in Edinburgh, Lux takes charge, uniting this diverse group with unique skills. Venturing to the misty shores of Scotland, they prepare to confront Nessie ...

Schmall World Publishing in conjunction with Bite-Sized Books brings you; Beyond the Pasture: Scientific Insights into Cattle Mutilations CATTLE MUTILATION, A phenomenon that has puzzled ranchers, law enforcement, and enthusiasts alike, refers to the mysterious and often gruesome deaths of cattle characterized by the precise and surgical removal of body parts. These incidents typically involve the excision of organs such as the tongue, eyes, and genitalia, often without any visible signs of struggle or predation. While the term "mutilation" suggests a violent act, the circumstances ...

The Goat House Market in charming Dogwood Dale, NC, is usually a haven of homespun delights and neighborly cheer. But when Lily Thistle’s beloved goat, Buttercup, vanishes from her pen, a ripple of unease disturbs the market’s peaceful rhythm. For Bea Thistle, Lily’s sharp-witted grandmother and purveyor of artisanal goat milk soaps, a broken gate and strange footprints are more than just a runaway animal. As Bea delves into the mystery, she unearths whispers of local folklore—tales of a hidden spring beneath the market and ancient rituals demanding a pure offering. A quiet, intense...

Cryptids of the Sea: Demons of the Deep by Ricardo D. Rebelo Dive into the murky depths of Cryptids of the Deep: Demons of the Deep, a riveting exploration of the ocean’s most enigmatic creatures by maritime historian Ricardo D. Rebelo. From the legendary Kraken of Norse mythology to the chilling modern sightings of the Ningen in Antarctic waters, this comprehensive volume combines folklore, history, and science to uncover the secrets of the sea’s most mysterious inhabitants. Embark on a journey that spans cultures and centuries, encountering cryptids such as: The Lusca: Guardian of the...

Step into a haunting tale where legends awaken, and courage is reborn. In this electrifying sequel to “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” Ichabod Crane, once a timid schoolmaster, is hurled into Hollow’s Veil—a spectral realm of glowing forests and lost souls—after a terrifying clash with the Headless Horseman. Decades later, a desperate plea from Eliza Van Tassel, a fearless historian and descendant of Sleepy Hollow’s famed family, summons him back from the Veil to the world of the living to face the nightmare he fled. The Horseman’s curse has tightened its grip, claiming lives ...

On the central and north coast of British Columbia, the Great Bear Rainforest is the largest intact temperate rainforest in the world, containing more organic matter than any other terrestrial ecosystem on the planet. The area plays host to a wide range of species, from thousand-year-old western cedars to humpback whales to iconic white Spirit bears. According to local residents, another giant is said to live in these woods.

Think Bigfoot only haunts the deep wilderness? Think again. For generations, we've pictured Sasquatch lurking in remote forests, a shy giant confined to the shrinking edges of the map. But what if the most chilling encounters aren't happening miles from civilization, but practically in your own backyard? This groundbreaking book shatters the myth of the wilderness-bound Bigfoot, revealing a creature far more adaptable, widespread, and unsettlingly close than we've ever imagined. Journey beyond the familiar forests and explore the compelling evidence placing Bigfoot: On the fringes of ...

Some people dream of a gentle retirement enjoying crochet or cricket, but for two sexagenarians, a more cadaverous future awaits… Newly retired teachers, Etta and Dora, take a walk along an old mule track connecting their mountain-top villages, each hoping to soothe the distress she feels at the paltry pension she will receive. Meeting at the fabled Witches’ Cave, they put aside their woes – the naked body of Sibilla, Castelmezzano’s beautiful witch, lies dead at the foot of the old oak tree. Did she plummet from the sky during a Sabbath flight as the superstitious locals are ...

Malachi Hunter believes in ghosts. In fact, he’s obsessed with the supernatural, and it’s made him a socially isolated loner. Then a chance encounter with a girl who remembers his dubious reputation from school, and who needs his help, leads him to investigate a haunted house. Although things don’t exactly go according to plan, Mal’s still determined to become a paranormal investigator. Fiercely independent single mum Teena Maunder believed that she could cope with anything; until a terrifying and baffling haunting starts in her home. Desperate for help, she turns to her policeman ...

Called to attend a breach of the peace at the Torre Mews guest house, Police Sergeant Tasha Dabrowski finds that the perpetrator has, in fact, seen a ghost. As Tasha is also a trainee investigator with Malachi Hunter’s paranormal group, she suggests that the owners call him in. Investigating the bizarre haunting leads directly to an unsolved murder, with serious implications for the ghost hunters. Significant occult research has been exposed and brought to the attention of the sinister Esoterica Foundation, who intend to capitalise upon it at any cost. Brought into direct confrontation ...

The so-called "Bigfoot Bible". Ivan T. Sanderson, cryptozoologist (he coined the term) and paranormal and nature writer, methodically examines the wealth of reported sightings and evidence pertaining to the infamous hairy creatures that have been called names like Sasquatch, Yeti and Oh-Mah. This production focuses on the original work's North American material. Originally published by Chilton Company in Philadelphia in 1961.

Do you know what lies behind every door? There are certain buildings which can be unsettling, disturbing, and downright terrifying. Even in seemingly normal homes, the strange and mysterious can help to create a sense of unease and ill-feeling. But there are certain buildings which scream strangeness from every surface. A coldness, an eerie atmosphere, or even the half caught sight of something moving in the corner of your vision. Some homes breathe paranormal activity and can leave you scared before you've even stepped over the threshold.

Claire Mumford has had enough of the supernatural. The last time she tangled with a ghost almost got her killed. But the lure of an unnamed spirit haunting the waters by Lums Pond State Park is more than she can resist. Can she discover the identity of the ghost who screams so plaintively in the darkness? All that may be left are rumors and speculation. Who was the poor woman who lost her life so brutally by the pond so many years ago? Can the undeniable powers of her two year old daughter finally help her give a name to The Screaming Woman Of Lums Pond? Should Claire risk everything to ...

The Loch Ness monster: a creature that should have died out with the dinosaurs or a legend built on hoaxes and wishful thinking? Sir Peter Scott, internationally renowned naturalist and president of the World Wildlife Fund, was convinced that the monster existed. So were senior scientists at London's Natural History Museum and Chicago University; they lost their jobs because they refused to renounce their belief in the creature.

What History Forgets, Legend and Folklore Remember. An Enchanting Sumptuous Short Story inspired by Japanese and Shoshone Folklore. At the western edge of Japan's Shimane Peninsula lies Izumo, a place steeped in mystical legend. Here, nestled along the serene shoreline, one is welcomed by enchanting landscapes of sandy beaches and towering headlands reaching out into the vast sea, where breathtaking views of the sun setting await. Hidden deep within the soaring mountain sanctuaries, the Oni wields a mystical club glowing with amethyst hues, symbolizing his formidable control over thunder ...

Drawing on the expertise of twenty-four renowned practitioners, this book features contemporary folk traditions from all over North America. Diverse as the landscapes they thrive on, these authentic practices will expand your worldview and inspire you to enrich your own spirituality. Explore the history, tools, and spiritual beliefs of many different paths of folk magic from Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

Jim Clary presents a compelling and riveting digest of beliefs, customs, and mystery in Superstitions of the Sea. Clary focuses on the vast array of strange, mythical, and often comical beliefs of mariners from ancient times to the present. Collecting the various topics for years, Clary found that maritime superstition was weaved throughout every fabric of his study. The folklore was so interesting that it often lured him far away from his subject search and held him spellbound for hours at a time.