Haunted House Stories

Shane Ryan returns to his hometown of Nashua, and the childhood memories that have haunted him throughout his life. Something sinister prowls the shadows of his family home. And a darkness threatens to destroy all he holds dear.

What if the real horror isn’t the ghost… but the truth it reveals? In this chilling collection, ghosts don’t just haunt—they unravel mysteries, distort reality, and change lives forever. From eerie whispers that hide sinister secrets to spectral encounters that shift the fabric of existence, each story will keep you guessing until the final, haunting twist. Inside, you’ll find: A forgotten house that never existed… or did it? A reflection that moves just a little too slowly. A babysitter who realizes her job might last forever. A missing roommate who was never supposed to be ...

Nestled deep in Litchfield Hills, Connecticut, a 1790 farmhouse sits near the epicenter of a paranormal commotion. The family that resides there regularly encounters its own ancestors and strangers - human and nonhuman - who seemingly occupy the same physical space in our world while remaining in their own parallel worlds. When famous ghost hunters Ed and Lorraine Warren investigated, they dubbed it "Ghost Central".

In an unassuming house on the edge of town, secrets linger like shadows in the corners, and the past is never truly past. Every creak in the floorboards, every sigh of the wind through the eaves, seems to carry a whisper of forgotten sins and untold stories. For those who dare to step inside, the house becomes more than just a home—it becomes a mirror to their fears, their desires, and their darkest regrets. But as the threads of its haunted history begin to unravel, one truth emerges: the house remembers. And it’s not done telling its story.

"The Haunted Dollhouse" tells the gripping tale of Lily, a fun-loving and kind-hearted girl who receives a dollhouse from her father, Mr. Anderson. Little do they know that the dollhouse holds a malevolent spirit trapped within its walls. As Lily becomes more engrossed with the dollhouse, it begins to reflect the events and emotions of their real lives, bringing forth a sense of fear and anxiety to her family. Unbeknownst to them, the dollhouse absorbs Lily's emotions, granting her the power to manipulate the miniature world. As her behavior becomes increasingly unpredictable, Lily finds ...

Cursed: Tales of the World's Most Haunted Objects delves into the eerie, terrifying, and often deadly world of cursed artifacts. This gripping collection unravels the dark histories and spine-chilling legends surrounding some of the most infamous haunted objects, people, and places from around the globe. From the deadly allure of the Hope Diamond to the sinister whispers of the Dybbuk Box, each chapter explores a new tale of mystery and malevolence. Drawing on historical accounts, scientific investigations, and eyewitness testimonies, Hayes offers a concise yet captivating exploration of ...

A Husband's Secrets, A Ghost's Whispers. A Treacherous Moor. Madeline Ignored the Chilling Signs. She shouldn't have done that. In a desperate bid to escape the chaos of New York City and save a crumbling marriage, famed novelist Madeline and her actor husband, Jason, retreat to the alluring but isolated landscapes of the English moors. But as Madeline seeks inspiration for her writing, she finds herself ensnared in the haunting legends and hidden perils of the house on the moor. From the mysterious gardener Emil, to the enigmatic local, Liam, who seems almost spectral in his comings and ...

Opal is a lot of things—orphan, high school dropout, full-time cynic and part-time cashier—but above all, she's a determined to find a better life for her younger brother Jasper. One that gets them out of Eden, Kentucky, a town remarkable for only two things: bad luck and E. Starling, the reclusive nineteenth century author of The Underland, who disappeared over a hundred years ago. All she left behind were dark rumors—and her home. Everyone agrees that it’s best to ignore the uncanny mansion and its misanthropic heir, Arthur. Almost everyone, anyway.

"For fans of bone-chilling, spine-tingling gothic haunted houses." Lori Handeland, New York Times bestselling author of The Nightcreature Novels. 5 stars “The Haunting of Wellsley Manor is a captivating paranormal story. The suspense and foreboding make it feel like watching a horror movie through the pages of a book,” Cheryl Steele, “Cheryl Reviews. 5 stars "The tension and dark atmosphere of impending dread evoke the same experience as watching a dark, horror, or supernatural film," Mary Anderson, MJ Reviews.” WINNER GOLD AWARD IN THE LITERARY TITAN BOOK AWARD (JUNE 2025) WINNER ...

Four ghost stories from England’s historic shires present a heady brew of the Gothic, folk horror, historical fiction and satire. The Ghost of Scarside Beck A newly-wed Cumbrian vicar and his wife experience a night like none they could ever have foreseen. He may have answered his calling, but who, or what, is calling her? At Fall of Night A ghostly excursion into the Victorian Gothic; a tale of obsession, terror, and vengeance. Welcome to Wiltshire in the autumn of 1843. Monsieur Benoit Lavarnier, toast of the Parisian art world and a man of cultured accomplishments, finds himself ...

Volume 1 of When Darkness Falls: Terrifying True Stories sets the stage for an enthralling journey into the heart of darkness, where the line between myth and reality blurs. This initial collection introduces readers to a chilling array of encounters that defy rational explanation, each story a thread in the tapestry of the unknown. The volume opens with a gripping narrative of a group of hikers in the Pacific Northwest who come face-to-face with Bigfoot, the legendary giant of the forest. Their harrowing experience, marked by an overwhelming sense of being watched and an inexplicable ...

All over the world, people complain about things that go bump in the night. Spooky hauntings, ghost sightings, eerie feelings, demons, and the supernatural. You name it, this book covers it with unnerving accuracy.

Some places remember. Some don’t let you leave. In this chilling collection of haunted house stories, abandoned motels, cursed train carriages, and forgotten clinics, terror waits behind every door. From supernatural encounters to unsettling real-world horrors, these 10 haunting short stories will take you to places you’ll wish you never found. Perfect for fans of urban legends, ghost stories, and psychological horror. Stories in this collection: Dead Ends A shortcut through the desert traps a delivery driver in an endless loop where the only way out is to stop trying to escape. The ...

For decades, the Harrington Mansion has loomed as a chilling silhouette on the snowy hillside - a relic of opulence and tragedy. Locals whisper of ghostly figures who appear every Christmas Eve, their haunting carols drifting on the icy wind. They call them The Ghostly Carolers, souls of the forsaken who were denied refuge during a deadly blizzard long ago. Their songs carry a dark purpose, echoing with sorrow, rage, and a demand for repentance. When the Morgan family arrives at the mansion for what they believe will be a peaceful Christmas retreat, they have no idea of the horrors that ...

New Orleans - the Big Easy, the birthplace of jazz, home of Cafe du Monde, and what some call the most haunted city in America. Beneath the indulgence and revelry of the Crescent City lies a long history of the dark and mysterious. From the famous "Queen of Voodoo," Marie Laveau, who is said to haunt the site of her grave, to the wicked LaLauries, whose true natures were hidden behind elegance and the trappings of high society, New Orleans is filled with spirits of all kinds. Some of the ghosts in these stories have sordid and scandalous histories, while others are friendly specters.

Newcomers to Tinker's Cove, Ty and Heather Moon have moved into a dilapidated house reputed to be a haven for ghosts. Now strange noises and flickering lights erupt from the house at all hours and neighborly relations are on edge. And when a local boy goes missing near the house, it's up to Lucy Stone to unravel the mystery of the eccentric couple and their increasingly frightful behavior.

When Elias Kane inherits a crumbling seaside mansion, all he wants is peace. Instead, he finds a house haunted by memories—and a man named Theo who only appears in the dark. As their bond deepens, Elias uncovers a tragic love story buried in his bloodline… and a choice that could cost him everything. Whispers in the Walls is a gothic gay romance of longing, betrayal, and a love that refuses to die.

A forbidden love. A rising darkness. A coven of witches who may be her only hope. After escaping the High Council’s clutches, thanks to the rescue led by vampire Adrian de Lanier, Charlotte returns to Blackthorn Manor changed—her bloodline awakened, her magic stronger, and her connection to the Devourers trapped beneath the manor growing dangerously unstable. But as she struggles to control her newfound power, threats gather from every side. Victoria Blackwood-DuBois is preparing for war, the Supreme Council of Vampires is circling, and an ancient coven of seven formidable Salem witches...

In the quiet shadows of her family’s past, Vivienne discovers a power she never knew existed—and a darkness that may consume her. When a desperate attempt to heal her aunt Carolyn unleashes forbidden magick, Vivienne opens a door to an ancient and primal force, one that has lain dormant for centuries. The entity she summons is more than a demon—it's a living, breathing hunger that feeds on her fear, her soul, and her very essence. As the shadows grow, Vivienne finds herself caught between the faith that once anchored her and the magick that now threatens to tear her apart. With every ...

What happens when we die? Do we get to a Heaven, wake up in a different reality, live a new life as another person altogether? Or do we continue on as a disembodied spirit? Perhaps the answers to these questions can be found with those who believe they’ve died for minutes, or even hours, and returned to life after spending time on the other side? Bestselling authors and paranormal investigators Jason Hewlett and Peter Renn step away from the realm of ghost hunting and attempt to answers these questions with an investigation into the near-death experience. By interviewing experiencers, ...