Short Ghost

Shortly before her death Angela Carter was preparing this volume of short stories, one which does full justice to the glory of her imagination and the range of her talent. It is divided into distinct parts. The first comprises a group of stories inspired by America: Lizzie Borden visits a circus; a John Ford Western is spiced with the story of 'Tis Pity She's a Whore'; and there is a wonderful Gothic extravaganza set in Hollywood. The second section - Old World Wonders - draws on fairy tales.

A boy with a dream. A demon with no name. A childhood in suburbia like a lucid dream. It all comes together, in no way predictable. But, in every way true. The truth has emerged about life, and its parallel worlds. Many will never get it. Some, unfortunately, will forever fear it...

In "Ghosts Want Privacy" a man seeking to pry into the affairs of guests staying in Boston’s Omni Parker House, the city’s historic, notoriously haunted, landmark hotel discovers the ghosts there not only have a sense of humor but also value their privacy and the rights of their human guests to the same and unfortunate things happen when people breach the privacy of others in their domain. The story "Ghosts Want Privacy" is a standalone excerpt from the comedy "Josh, Josh, Josh and Josh Go To Yale" a romantic comedy, coming of age, buddy story, in which all Josh ever wanted to do was go...

Sometimes I like the feeling of being in danger. Although Blue Falls is my vacation and my escape from reality, I’m drawn to the dangers that lurk there. It is a SMALL TOWN with a LARGE werewolf population. I know I should be cautious visiting certain parts of town…but my curiosity has led me to Artur. A werewolf protecting the trail. A single alpha wolf with a heart of gold. We hit it off almost immediately. There’s something about him, and he sees something in me. Just as well it’s close to Valentine’s Day. Perhaps we can be each other’s dates, and see where the day takes us. ...

22 fun and gentle stories. Occasionally outlandish and often sentimental, these will evoke the days of old storytelling told in a new way. Heartwarming, thoughtful, and entertaining. Goldfish, cats, turtles, funny little ghosts (and a couple scary ones), baseball, dogs, tea, amazing kids, and terrible ice cream. And a couple of favorites freshly retold. Learn how some jet-set adventurers re-find their groove with their family. Discover what happened to the oversized fish in the river. Find out how one boy's hope changes everything. Learn the real story about the ghosts in your house, the ...

William Stuart presents 16 tales of terror that will leave you wondering what may be lurking nearby. A mad professor delivers deadly punishments to his captive pupils. A children’s game sets an entire mythology in motion. A talented girl’s drawings win her a set of pencils that bring her creations to life. An old investigator comes out of retirement to face down one final ghost from his past. You catch a shadow in your peripheral vision…is there something moving in that window? A ghost? A killer? Or is it just A Trick of the Light?

Enjoy three years of Halloween ghost stories by the O'Reilly family - originally published as short stories in 2014, 2015 and 2016 - this combo set gives you all the Tales Around the Jack O'Lantern stories in one place. The lights are out, the Jack O'Lantern is lit and the O’Reilly clan is enjoying their family tradition of sharing ghost stories on Halloween night. Set years before Mary moves to Freeport, this combo package offers seventeen unique ghost stories that will leave you checking over your shoulder just to make sure no one “uninvited” is in the room with you. Happy Halloween!

Of Two Hearts Two women. Two supernatural encounters. Two unforgettable love stories. In Of Two Hearts, acclaimed author Brian Jackson brings together two emotionally charged, paranormal romance novellas for the first time in one hauntingly beautiful volume. With signature warmth, wit, and a dash of the otherworldly, Jackson invites readers on a journey into the mysterious depths of love, loss, and redemption—where the heart may be broken, but never beyond repair. In Spirit of the Heart, Julia Wilcox, a modern-day writer seeking solace and inspiration, retreats to a long-abandoned ...

YA horror short stories. If you like Creepypasta stories, you'll love these. Silver Medal for Best Juvenile/Young Adult Fiction, IPPY Awards, 2023 Distinguished Favorite for Short Stories, NYC Book Awards, October, 2022 Winner of Young Adult Fiction, New England Book Festival, December, 2022 Solo Finalist for Short Stories, Book Excellence Awards, March, 2023 Bronze Medal for YA Horror, Readers Favorite, September, 2023- A peculiar cast of thrill-seekers undergo an unforeseen fight for survival after the cameras begin streaming a live reality show on Halloween. - Four children must cope ...

Though they are fated to be together, Tori and Reese are fools to think that life is just going to let them nestle down and make cubs. It's just never that easy. When a voice from Reese's past arrives to stir up trouble, Reese has to slip away to take care of it. But Tori is left confused and hurting - how can her mate just abandon her when she needs him? Sparks fly when Tori and Reese's love is put to the test in this action-packed standalone novelette. **Intended for mature audiences. Standalone, no cheating, HEA**

A lush and elegant collection of tales—many having appeared in various “Best Of” anthologies—teeming with frightful and tragic events, yet profoundly and intimately human. These chilling tales will engross and enthrall. For listeners of Kelly Link, Carmen Maria Machado, and Angela Carter, this is a must have collection of ghostly tales set to deliver a frisson of terror and glee.

In "The Dunwich Horror" (1928), Wilbur Whateley, the son of a deformed albino mother and an unknown father, matures at an abnormal rate, reaching manhood within a decade. All the while, his sorcerer grandfather indoctrinates him into certain dark rituals and the study of witchcraft. "The Thing at the Doorstep" was written five years later. Confessing to the killing of his friend Edward Derby, Daniel Upton hopes his account will prove he is not a murderer.

Governed by Whimsy: The Anthology is a collection of short stories set in Forthright's Amaranthine universe. Before the Emergence, the clans were nothing more than whispers and mysteries and legends and lore. But every so often - in out-of-the-way places or shockingly close to home - an unsuspecting person stumbled into a fateful encounter with someone who was decidedly other.

A cozy mystery that weaves together the timeless allure of vintage fashion with a fun touch of magical intrigue. In the small town of Sweethaven, nestled among the rolling hills and surrounded by a canopy of old oak trees, lies a charming vintage store named The Time Traveler’s Trunk. Run by a young, energetic woman named Lucia Vega, the store is a treasure trove of beautiful vintage clothing. Seraphina Wilde, a reclusive dressmaker, has an uncanny ability to find the most exquisite and unique vintage dresses, each with its own story to tell. It's not just the beauty of the dresses that ...

Johnny might be a nerdy gamer, but not even death can stop him from protecting his kid sister. He’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe—even if he has to do it in the form of a mangy Tom cat. This short story also includes a sneak peek at Laura DeLuca's full length novel, The Forgotten Pharaoh.

Attention scary story listeners: If you’re looking for some bone-chilling entertainment, then this is the audiobook for you! No matter the occasion, this is the audiobook for you! Dark Tales Ultimate Edition is the final installment of tantalizing tales from Story Ninjas. In this audiobook, you'll find 20 of the scariest stories to tell your friends. From haunted forests, to train gangs, this anthology has all kinds of spooky stories to make your spine tingle.

In every writer's drawer there are stories. Some good, some terrible, some destined to never see the light of day. Eventually the question becomes what to do with these orphaned stories? Are they doomed to forever remain in the drawer, or should they crawl out one day and hope to see the light? These are those stories that have been dusted off and put into a new format. Seven tales of speculative fiction collected and repackaged. Travel to distant lands and explore the depth of human emotions as you explore the worlds with these characters on their adventures. "The Isle of Eden" - a lone ...

A romantic road trip along Maine's rugged coast turns into a fight for survival when a couple's car breaks down. Seeking refuge in a mysterious shoreline village, they uncover a web of secrets and lies. But this village holds more than just earthly secrets... Beneath the waves, an ancient submerged village lurks, home to malevolent spirits that rise with the night. As darkness falls, these vengeful ghosts haunt the living, pulling them down into the depths. Trapped between the world of the living and the realm of the dead, the couple must unravel the sinister connection between the two ...

Vampires have long held a place of fascination in the realms of literature, film, and popular culture. From Bram Stoker's iconic Dracula to the modern-day appeal of series like Twilight and The Vampire Diaries, these supernatural beings captivate audiences with their mystique, allure, and depth. But what is it about stories involving vampires that ensnares us so thoroughly? Is it the thrill of the unknown, or is there something deeper at play..? At the heart of vampire mythology lies the concept of immortality. The idea of living forever, free from the constraints of aging and mortality, is...

Ever wanted to ram the car that pulls out in front of you and goes 15 mph? How about the truck that cuts you off in heavy traffic? How about the tailgater who's about to drive up your exhaust pipe? If your answer is “Yes,” meet your new hero - Crash Kilgore. Riding in his heavily modified 4x4 Dodge Ram pickup, Crash rams them and does a whole lot more. With his white bulldog Burly riding shotgun, he's a road rage warrior, teaching valuable lessons to those who don't know how to drive - lessons they won't soon forget. That's just the first selection in this far-flung collection of short ...