Series Collide, Volume 4
Magic awaits... Escape into fantasy worlds beyond imagination and yet as comfortable as home. Twenty stories explode with the fantastic: Magical creatures, theatrical witches and sexy ghosts (that help people, too). Kids and puppies, dead romantic couples, and superheroes saving the world! From happily ever afters to a touch on the darker side, Series Collide: Volume 4 packs a wallop of a fantasy story punch. Escape into these pages. There's some magic just waiting for you... Featured stories include Kristine Kathryn Rusch's "Dragon's Tooth," and "Puckish Behavior," and Dean Wesley Smith's "Luck Be A Lady," and "Blind Date."
The Haunted Pajamas
璽€œThe Haunted Pajamas璽€ is a collection of humorous short stories with a supernatural twist, written by Francis Perry Elliott. Prepare to be amused and spooked by tales of ghostly encounters and bizarre happenings. Elliott璽€(TM)s witty prose and imaginative scenarios create a delightful reading experience, perfect for those who enjoy a lighthearted take on the supernatural. These short stories offer a charming blend of humor and the uncanny.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Stoneground Ghost Tales, Compiled From the Recollections of Roland Batchel, Vicar of the Parish
Delve into the eerie world of "The Stoneground Ghost Tales," a collection of chilling stories compiled from the recollections of Roland Batchel, the vicar of a quaint parish. Edmund Gill Swain masterfully crafts tales of the supernatural, weaving together elements of English folklore and the unsettling quiet of rural life. Each story unveils a new haunting, a spectral encounter, or a brush with the unexplained, capturing the imagination with its vivid imagery and suspenseful narratives. First published in 1912, these ghost stories reflect the Edwardian fascination with the occult and the enduring human fascination with what lies beyond. Prepare to be captivated by the spectral residents of Stoneground and the mysteries they guard, in this timeless collection of classic ghost stories.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Restless Souls & Haunted Places Book 2
The series "Restless Souls & Haunted Places" takes you to the mystical locations of the pioneer days where spirits are said to be roaming buildings and battlefields of days long gone. A series of murders shocks the mining town of Jerome and leaves a trace of mutilated bodies. Is a mysterious soiled dove involved in those crimes? Traces lead to a connection between the unknown European beauty and an Apache legend about a monster banished inside the sacred Mount Graham.When rancher Ben O'Connor sets out to find his best friend's killer, he has no idea that he is about to face a bloody battle with an incomprehensible horror. He and the Apache join forces not foreboding that Ben will have to execute his soul mate to defeat evil.In volume two of the Restless Souls and Haunted Places series author and film maker Manuela Schneider weaves the mythology of the Apache's origins into a Lovecraft styled mystery and takes the reader along on the hunt for a serial killer against the backdrop of the glorious pioneer days of the Wild West.Order this novel now and join Ben and his new friends in the battle to defeat the horror of the possible destruction of every man in the untamed frontier country.
Burdens
A tale of an Afterlife. There are towers in the dark under yellow moons where your burdens are waiting for you to face them. You have a sword and your memory. Whether that is enough is up to you.
The Stoneground Ghost Tales, Compiled From the Recollections of Roland Batchel, Vicar of the Parish
Delve into the eerie world of "The Stoneground Ghost Tales," a collection of chilling stories compiled from the recollections of Roland Batchel, the vicar of a quaint parish. Edmund Gill Swain masterfully crafts tales of the supernatural, weaving together elements of English folklore and the unsettling quiet of rural life. Each story unveils a new haunting, a spectral encounter, or a brush with the unexplained, capturing the imagination with its vivid imagery and suspenseful narratives. First published in 1912, these ghost stories reflect the Edwardian fascination with the occult and the enduring human fascination with what lies beyond. Prepare to be captivated by the spectral residents of Stoneground and the mysteries they guard, in this timeless collection of classic ghost stories.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Magician’s Secret
At a stage magic show, sixteen-year-old psychic medium Nick Michelson notices a frightening knife-wielding female ghost standing on stage watching the magician perform his act. Later, she disappears and Nick thinks he's seen the last of her.At the beach the next day, a strange girl runs up to Nick and asks him to help her before she is brusquely escorted away by her group leader. After she leaves, the same ghost from the previous night appears before Nick, claims her daughter is innocent and begs Nick to help her. She then vanishes.Nick later discovers that the ghost's daughter is accused of her mother's brutal murder and is locked up at a psychiatric facility awaiting to be tried as an adult. After visiting the young girl at the facility, he reluctantly decides to help prove her innocence.But why was the ghost at the magic show? And how is the magician tied to the murder of an innocent woman?As Nick becomes more involved with the girl and her ghostly mother, things only get stranger in the coming days - and more dangerous for him, the magician and the magician's son. When an attempt is made on Nick's life, he vows to step away from the situation. But the ghost - and the murderer - aren't so quick to let Nick get away.
Snow Behind the Door
After being reunited with her family, Snow, the child ghost of Bede Hall, retreats into her subconscious to escape the terrifying possibility of haunting Bede Hall forever. In order tosave herself, Snow must battle her way through memory loss, dream her way throughtime to reclaim her lost memories, make peace with a past life, and discover if reincarnationis a viable alternative to a fate worse than death.WHEN ONE DOOR SLAMS SHUT, ANOTHER DOOR CREAKS OPEN!
Anaconda!
Just a few short weeks ago, sixteen-year-old Nick Michelson discovered that he was a psychic medium destined to help restless spirits cross over to where they belong. One evening while working after-hours at his high school, an especially frightening ghost of a bloody soldier appears to Nick and attacks him. Nick sets out on a quest to learn who the ghost is and why he is haunting Nick's high school. Using his deck of tarot cards as a tool, he gradually begins to unravel the mystery surrounding the ghost's death.Meanwhile, Nick is experiencing disturbing dreams and visions during which he witnesses, through the eyes of a killer, the brutal mass murder of several of his classmates at his high school. As Nick gets drawn deeper and deeper into a web of mysteries surrounding his nightmares and the ghost of the soldier, he begins to suspect that the two are related - and that the horrific scene from his nightmares is actually a premonition of events that may - or will - come to pass. Nick must solve the riddle of his enigmatic premonitions and race against time to somehow prevent an unknown killer from shooting up his school - and not become the shooter's first victim in the process.
Nick’s Awakening
Sixteen year-old Nick Michelson has been seeing strange things lately, things he can't explain. So when his uncle tells him that some of the men in his family can see ghosts, Nick freaks out and decides he's going to ignore the spirits. But as he will soon learn, that's easier said than done - especially once he encounters James Pearce, an angry spirt hell-bent on finding out who killed him. Reluctantly, Nick agrees to help. So with the help of his Tarot cards and his new mentor Katrina, Nick embarks on a journey to help the solve the mystery surrounding James's death. But once word gets around about Nick's ability, there's more than one ghost vying for his attention.
The Shadows We Keep
Dive into the chilling world of "The Shadows We Keep," a spine-tingling anthology that unravels the darkest corners of the human psyche and the supernatural. This collection features five haunting tales, each woven with mystery, dread, and the echoes of lost souls yearning for peace.In "The Forgotten Souls," follow young Ethan as he ventures into the Whispering Woods, where the spectral whispers of the past threaten to consume him. Discover the tragic fate of a grieving mother in "The Specter in the Fog," who haunts the shoreline, forever searching for her lost child. Journey to the depths of despair in "The Haunting of Hollow Manor," where Amelia confronts the dark legacy of a cursed family and the souls trapped within their ancestral home.Uncover the chilling secrets of Shadow Lane in "The Cursed Whispering Woods," where a brave girl's quest leads her to a shocking revelation about the darkness lurking within. Finally, experience the relentless pull of the ocean's depths in "The Abyssal Gaze," where a brave soul learns the true cost of curiosity.With richly drawn characters, atmospheric storytelling, and unexpected twists, "The Shadows We Keep" will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Each story serves as a haunting reminder of the shadows we carry and the memories we leave behind. Perfect for fans of psychological horror and ghost stories, this collection is a must-read for those who dare to confront the darkness within and around us.
Avalon
Andrew was both surprised and delighted to inherit a house from his aunt, Hilary. After she moved to New York, he hadn't seen or heard from her for years. He moved in with his girlfriend, Rachel, and when two friends came to stay, they discovered the house was haunted.Unknown to Andrew, his aunt had also arranged for Leonard and Sonia to assist him in dealing with the haunting. Unfortunately, Rachel knows Leonard from a past love affair, which complicates both their relationships.Andrew eventually recalls that Hilary had caused him to forget their time together. As his past begins to resurface, he remembers living there and being part of her occult group. When he understands why she made him forget, he becomes entangled in a deadly encounter in which he and his friends are confronted by Azazel, one of the most powerful of the fallen angels.
They Hunt
Juvie sucks. Getting hunted by a ghost while locked up? Even worse.Shiloh took the fall to keep her friends safe. But now she's stuck on the inside and Leonard is coming for her. Only this time, he's not wearing a body.She used to fight ghosts by finding who they were possessing, but that doesn't work anymore. She has to learn how to fight spirits as they are, which is not easy to do when all she has in her arsenal are some salt packets and a plastic spork.She just has to stay alive until her friends find a way to get her out of here, but she doesn't know if they will be able to. Francesca is still trapped between worlds. Miles is desperately trying to hide who he is as another cop is starting to uncover his secret identity, and Jonah ... whatever that drug did to him, it left cracks nobody knows how to fix. Shiloh doesn't know if he can come back from it, or if the boy she loves is gone.One thing is clear: if they want to survive this, they have to destroy Leonard once and for all, and to do that ...They need to become real ghost hunters.CONTENT WARNINGS: Contains graphic violence, depression, suicide, domestic abuse, self-harm, and adult language.
Creepy Classics
Orestes flees from his mother's angry ghost, and Orpheus longs for his lost wife. Achilles cannot bring himself to bury Patroclus, and there are some nasty shocks waiting for Odysseus in the underworld. Meanwhile, a young Greek soldier finds himself fighting the same battle again, and again, and again...Each of these ten short stories is inspired by an ancient Greek or Roman text. They have been drawn from plays and poems, histories and biographies. But what they all have in common, is that they have been enthralling readers for more than two thousand years.
The Hag
Winner of the 2020 Readers' Favorite International Book Awards Gold Medal for Horror! The cold waters of Lake Genosgawa hide a terrifying secret. After his first encounter, waking dreams torment 11-year-old Greg Canton. The creature in the lake feeds on his emotions, driving him deeper and deeper into his own nightmares. She tried to break him and feed on his fears that horrible summer, but instead, she imparted a psychic gift... Twenty-one years later, Greg joins forces with the survivors from neighboring Oneka Falls to put an end to the demonic infestation once and for all. Can they survive a battle withThe Hag? Critical Acclaim for The Hag ★★★★★ "This was an intense, scare-your-pants-off novel that will make you want to close your eyes, but not really because you need to know what happens next. Even though I read it in broad daylight, I was a little spooked and just wanted to hide for a little bit. The narrative is beyond amazing, the characters have so much potential... I loved this book! I really love the way Erik Henry Vick writes. He has a gift for weaving pictures with words and making sure the reader is right there in the story with his characters. The atmosphere is sinister from the very beginning and the tension keeps building until the end. This is a fantastic collection."--Rabia Tanveer, Readers' Favorite Reviews ★★★★★ "...a tense dash in the darkness to stay together and survive, filled with sudden violence, enigmatic enemies and strange turns of events...[it] reminded me of Stranger Things where the graphic horror side is really allowed to let rip... I'm constantly awed by the inventiveness of the author to bring larger threats with each novel...[and] the further development of the villainous characters, who are just as integral to the story, and have their own maniacal motivations at play. [T]he dark corners are darker than ever with Vick's usual flair for the shadowy atmospheres in his sharp narrative voice and excellent choice of lexis."--K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite Reviews ★★★★★"[F]illed with action and disturbing images and these begin right off the bat. The silence, a falling leaf, or a faint footstep echo something sinister in this gritty tale of horrific deeds. Erik Henry Vick comes across as a master weaver of frightful tales; each page is well-spun with action and the kind of suspense that forces the reader to turn to the next page. The prose is beautiful, the plot ingeniously constructed and the characters richly developed. While this is the kind of story that is chilling, it is infused with realism and powerful imagery. It is a masterpiece, indeed."--Romuald Dzemo, Readers' Favorite Reviews What readers are saying ★★★★★ "If you like excitement and suspense, you're gonna love this series!" ★★★★★ "The whole story is just so gripping and just grabs you from the very first page." ★★★★★ "You will never look at the dark corners of a room in the same way again!" ★★★★★ "[T]his author is so good - this book is fabulously-written, with an absolutely compelling storyline that is awesomely creepy." ★★★★★ "If you like demons, dark mystery and terror this book is for you! The storyline is fast-paced and easy to follow. The characters are vast but well-developed. Definitely a good read for a dark, stormy night!" ★★★★★ "It's rare to find a horror/supernatural writer who can write a complex, interwoven story that occurs across decades and write it so compellingly that you just have to know what happens to the characters. This is a writer to watch, people." ★★★★★ "Erik Henry Vick is a master of horror..." ★★★★★ "Really enjoyable and kep
Demon King
2019 Top Shelf Book Awards Suspense First Place Winner Only three children survived the terrors of Oneka Falls, New York in 1979. Each of them paid a terrible price and had to survive as best they could--wrapped in fantasy, the comfort of amnesia, or the silence of self-imposed isolation. Twenty-eight years later, they are drawn together to once again face the town's horrible secrets--the horde of demons infesting Oneka Falls. But the strongest of the demons is the one who terrorized them as children... Can they survive another confrontation with the Demon King? Critical Acclaim for Demon King: ★★★★★ "Vick's dark, tense thriller pits young kids--and their older selves--against a demonic evil and his twisted daughters in Upstate New York... Vick bounces the story line between eras effectively, and the tension never lets up. Stephen King fans will enjoy spotting the references that Vick sprinkles throughout in homage... [T]he thrills and horrors are engrossing."--Publisher's Weekly ★★★★★ "While favorably compared to Stephen King's IT--in particular--and King & Koontz in general, by hundreds of reviews, I found the novel just as close to Stranger Things..."--Robert W. Walker, TopShelf Reviews ★★★★★ "Vick's (Errant Gods, 2017, etc.) supernatural horror story is evocative of Stephen King's work in its use of a small-town setting and a gang of friends facing a powerful evil."--Kirkus Reviews ★★★★★ "What do you get when you mix elements of fear, mystery, suspense, foreshadowing and a perfectly gripping plot? Give up? Well... if all of these elements are woven together in a seamless piece of writing, you will end up with one fantastic horror story! This is exactly the case with Erik Henry Vick's novel, Demon King."--Leonard Tillerman, leonardtillerman.com ★★★★★ "Demon King is a novel that is impossible to put down. Gripping and intense are only two words to describe the effect of the story, but if horror is your pleasure, that is all you need to hear. Erik Henry Vick is certainly an author to fill you with nightmares. Fabulous story. I loved it!"--Melinda Harris, Readers' Favorite Reviews ★★★★★ "Demon King is a terrifying, thrilling and gripping novel that captivated as well as frightened me from the start...a unique novel with a multi-layered plot that is full of captivating mystery...did have me reading the book in the light!"--redheadedbookloversblog.com What readers are saying: ★★★★★ "This book was like the old Stephen King..." ★★★★★ "The best horror story I've read in years! Read the entire book in two days, couldn't put it down!" ★★★★★ "Sophisticated and well written. Scary as hell." ★★★★★ "Awesome characters, and scary monsters. Fast paced, and creepy, creepy." ★★★★★ "This is a fast-moving, vivid tale, told with bright imagination and fresh ideas." ★★★★★ "Read it straight through - haven't had a book grab me like it did right from the get-go in a long time." ★★★★★ "This book is now on my list as one of my best 5 ever." ★★★★★ "...really excellent book, the type of classic horror novel that no one seems to write anymore..." ★★★★★ "If you love Stephen King or Dean Koontz, you will love this!" ★★★★★ "Right from the start of the book you are drawn into a dark world full of shadows and ancient evil" ★★★★★ "Great story that really hooks you in and keeps you up late to see what happens next." Awards for Demon King: 2019 Top Shelf Magazine Bo
Scare Record
In the 1970s, a comic book ad promised a chilling record: sold alongside Sea Monkeys and a towering "you control it" Monster Ghost. These novelty ads were often more thrilling than the cheap trinkets they sold, and wise parents spared their children the inevitable disappointment.But this ad was different. Its eerie artwork hinted at something far more sinister, and for $1.25, buyers got more than they bargained for. The mysterious Gayle House, the company behind it, vanished without a trace. Was it just another gimmick, or something cursed?For 50 years, parents' skepticism may have saved us. Or did it?
Scare Record
In the 1970s, a comic book ad promised a chilling record: sold alongside Sea Monkeys and a towering "you control it" Monster Ghost. These novelty ads were often more thrilling than the cheap trinkets they sold, and wise parents spared their children the inevitable disappointment.But this ad was different. Its eerie artwork hinted at something far more sinister, and for $1.25, buyers got more than they bargained for. The mysterious Gayle House, the company behind it, vanished without a trace. Was it just another gimmick, or something cursed?For 50 years, parents' skepticism may have saved us. Or did it?
Adirondack Ghost Stories
Adirondack Ghost Stories features tales of hauntings, apparitions, and the hidden lives of spirits that lurk with the towns and mountains of the Adirondacks. Collecting stories written by well-known local authors, psychics, mediums, ghost hunters, and award-winning short story writers, editor Dennis Webster returns to showcase the uncanny and unnerving presence that all of us - at some time - have felt hovering just behind our shoulder. From the mysterious ghost who walks the shores of White Lake, to the face of the young woman who jumped from the high peaks and now appears on her tombstone, the hauntings at Barkeater Chocolates, the truth about what happened to Troop 48 those decades ago at Camp Russell, and many more, Adirondack Ghost Stories explores the otherworldy happenings that take place in one of the most ancient and mysterious places in the country.
City of Innocent Monsters
IN THE OLD CITY, THE DEAD HAVE STORIES TO TELL.Following her recent triumph in a case steeped in corruption, false identities, and the tragic deaths of her husband and daughter, Sidney Stone's burgeoning private investigation firm has gained momentum. The prestigious Oakmire Golf and Country Club has hired Sid to investigate alligator poaching on their marsh-bordered golf course.Assisted by Leo Roberts, a teenager gifted with the ability to converse with the dead, Sid embarks on a straightforward case involving a few late-night stakeouts at the upscale country club. However, when dead bodies start washing up on the greens, it becomes obvious that threats more ominous than giant alligators are at play on the golf course.The case quickly turns into a quagmire-trapping Sid and Leo in a murky mystery involving a golf superstar, powerful lawyers, a loan shark, a social media darling, and a couple of ghostly golfers. When a menacing shadow figure begins haunting Leo, the investigators realize that they face danger from a variety of monsters-reptilian ones, dead ones, and living ones who walk among us proclaiming their innocence.
The Carnelian Moon
Occult detective Ariel Moravec investigates an ancient artefact and a disappearing dog... When Ariel Moravec and her grandfather are called to investigate the provenance of an ancient relic at the Heydonian Museum, it hardly has the makings of a thrilling or dangerous case. But mysterious happenings are afoot across town; there have been sightings of a shadowy dog that disappears when photographed, and as she goes about her business, Ariel has the distinct feeling that she is being followed. Drawn deeper into the case, Ariel can't help but wonder what relation these happenings have to Leonora Blake, Dr Moravec's deceased tutor of magic, who penned the mysterious novel 'The Carnelian Moon'. As it approaches full moon, Ariel and her grandfather race against unknown forces to unveil the conspiracy surrounding the relic before it disappears forever...
The Ghost House
'Chilling, tragic, and utterly immersive.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book. Wow, Just, wow! A beautifully written and unforgettable story. I can't stop thinking about it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Occupied France, 1944 In the shadow of the ravaged battlefields of Verdun, where the scars of the First World War never healed, Vianne, struggling to hold onto her crumbling family chateau, takes in her traumatized nephew Blaise after the arrest of her sister by the Nazis. But when Blaise says he can see eerie figures in the fog and whispers from the forbidden forest beyond the fence, it seems something ancient and sorrowful stirs in the soil where soldiers of the Great War once bled. As strange guests arrive at the old house and secrets surface, Vianne must face the terrifying possibility that the brutal SS aren't the only horrors she must face... If you loved The Others you'll love this! -- Readers are LOVING The Ghost House... 'Andie Newton blends historical suspense with the eerie pull of the supernatural. Perfect for fans of atmospheric ghost stories with rich emotional stakes.' Terry Lynn Thomas, USA Today bestselling author of The Silent Woman 'Expect seances, a Nazi occultist society, a ghost army, and deeply drawn characters you'll be rooting for. I was blown away by how good this book was and couldn't put it down!' Kelsey James, author of The Colony of Lost Souls 'You'll be enraptured by moments of suspense and drama as Newton weaves threads of mysticism, the supernatural, and secret societies into her impeccably researched historical tapestry. Addictive and intriguing!' Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author of The Devil and Mrs. Davenport 'This book has reignited my love for a ghost story! I loved everything about this eerie and atmospheric story.' Deborah Carr, author of The Witching Hour 'Truly ghostly' The Historical Novel Society 'Newton's eerie, emotionally charged tale of occupied France had me racing through pages.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The author absolutely entranced me with this story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book sat with me and lingered' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely gripping from page one. An excellent edge of your seat read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Outstanding - I devoured it. An eery tale told with Newton's trademarked attention to detail and evocative historical story telling.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It is a riveting, haunting tale that stays with you long after you've turned the last page.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved the characters - it felt like I was there with them in their terrifying struggles - and I was glued to the pages. And that ending! I can't stop thinking about it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A book which would appeal equally to fans of the WW2 genre, and anyone who enjoys a good ghost story. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a historical thriller that builds and builds. Wh
