One Hundred and One Mysterious Incidents and other Eldritch Tales - Hardcover Edition
The complete omnibus of short stories and novelettes by Ebony Jasper Eldritch: One Hundred and One Mysterious IncidentsThe Shadow Roads of NightThe Beast in These PagesThe Stranger Next DoorDeus Ex ChasmaTheodoreThe Impossible Death of Chrissy DeanMister NobodyThe Gallow ManIt Fell From AboveThe Young Witch Jenkins: A Crash-Course in FerromancyThe Young Witch Jenkins: A Crash-Course in Mob GodsThe Young Witch Jenkins: A Crash-Course in VampiresEldritch Tales
Julius Julius
Nominated for the Atwood Gibson Writers' Trust Fiction Prize. A Globe and Mail Best Book of 2025. A staff pick at Boulder Bookstore, Carmichael's Bookstore, Flying Books, Parnassus Books, Politics & Prose Bookstore, Thank You Bookshop and Type Books. With biting wit, Aurora Stewart de Pe簽a satirizes the creative industry she's spent years in. From the people who brought you the invention of advertising comes Julius Julius, a rambling architectural wonder, outpost of the very first ad man of ancient Pompeii, built on the backs of generations of creative survivors who just want to lie on the floor of a conference room and cry about the lumber account without being sexually harassed. Welcome to the world's oldest advertising agency, where ghosts control the board room AC, an ancient executive assistant runs a cave full of thousand year old billboards, and there are bones in the walls. In a trio of voices from different time periods, we move through the mythical Agency, interrogating the process of stoking desire for a living. We meet the Senior Brand Anthropologist, who's being surprised by dirty bars of Irish Spring she can't remember buying, the Creative Director, whose ascent involved an ad campaign starring his dead best friend, and the Account Supervisor, whose only crime is not being a genius. (But the Fisherman Jack Tuna Campaign was her idea, despite what it says on the awards submissions.) Stewart de Pe簽a's debut novel reveals the cracks in the veneer of the creative industries, and the crisis of consciousness underneath in a novel full of compassion, humour, and blonde sausage dogs.
In Ghostly Japan
In Ghostly Japan by Lafcadio Hearn is a captivating collection of Japanese folklore and ghost stories that delve into the supernatural and mythological traditions of traditional Japan. Hearn, renowned for his deep engagement with Japanese culture, presents a series of eerie legends and spiritual beliefs that reflect the rich tapestry of Japanese mythology. The book explores various ghostly and supernatural phenomena, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural tales and spiritual practices that have shaped Japanese traditions. Hearn's writings capture the essence of Japan's eerie legends and the mystical aspects of its folklore, providing a unique perspective on the country's spiritual and cultural heritage. Through vivid storytelling and detailed descriptions, In Ghostly Japan immerses readers in a world of ghosts and supernatural occurrences, highlighting Hearn's ability to convey the haunting and enchanting qualities of Japanese folklore.
The Shape of Fear And Other Ghostly Tales
The Shape of Fear and Other Ghostly Tales by Elia Wilkinson Peattie is a collection of ghost stories that delves into the realms of supernatural fiction and psychological suspense. Featuring classic ghost tales with Gothic elements, the book explores themes of fear and hauntings through eerie and spooky settings. Peattie's short stories are rich in paranormal intrigue, capturing the essence of American literature's approach to horror and supernatural encounters. The narratives are imbued with a sense of dread and mystery, creating an atmosphere that heightens the sense of terror and suspense. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, the tales offer a glimpse into the darker aspects of human nature and the unknown. Through her evocative storytelling, Peattie crafts tales of terror that resonate with readers seeking a blend of classic ghost stories and psychological thrillers, making The Shape of Fear a compelling read for fans of the genre.
What's for Dinner?
Indulge in a chilling feast--a gastronomic journey into the darkest corners of the mind. With a masterful blend of psychological depth and sensory detail, N Gray presents a menu of four tantalizing tales that will leave you both unsettled and satisfied. Each story is a unique dish crafted to challenge perceptions and immerse the reader in obsession, discovery and death, proving that the truth can be far more disturbing than the unknown. An irresistible invitation to the darker aspects of the human experience, one bite at a time. Just remember, every course comes at a price. ________________________________________________________ Praise for What's for Dinner ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Excellent book. From the first page to the last, it was great. One of my new favorite authors. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I would recommend this book to everyone, a very enjoyable short read. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I highly recommend reading this book.
Monster Features
The monsters are real--and they're hungry. Monster Features brings three terrifying legends to life. A group of Vikings face the deadly lure of mermaids, a couple stumbles into a Mayan temple where sacrifices are demanded, and a family in Scotland must keep feeding a monstrous kaiju--or risk opening the gates to a world of terror. Three monsters. Three deadly stories. Enter if you dare. N Gray, USA Today Bestselling Author, crafts a world where the line between myth and reality vanishes in the most horrifying ways. Praise for N Gray Books ★★★★★ N. Gray did a great job on this book. ★★★★★ The author had a great idea and ran with it. ★★★★★ I will be looking at more of this author's books. ★★★★★ I will read other books from this author!! ★★★★★ I can't wait to read her next story. ★★★★★ Another great read by N Gray. ★★★★★ First time reading this author and I loved it.
The Red Lace Diaries
Jasmine loves men, but one false move on their part, and it's their last. Jasmine moved to a quiet seaside town to start over. Inside, the house she bought feels strange and she hears noises. Outside, the men she meets fail in their actions or the words they choose and Jasmine has no choice but to silence them forever. Delve into the chaotic diary of a beautiful woman who doesn't stop at finding the perfect one. A romantic horror. Reader discretion is advised, recommended ages 18+ due to language and sexual content. Dear Diary, I'm finally back in my hometown after being away for so many years. The house I bought feels similar to the one we owned back when I was a kid; before we had to leave in a hurry. There's something about this house; it could be the size, or the way they built it; but the walls call to me even though I know it's impossible. Yet something draws me in. A strange feeling washes over me and then I feel at home. It's hard to explain, it's a strange sensation...
Creature Features
When creatures stalk the night, no one is safe... Creature Features invites you to meet three chilling creatures with dark secrets. A werewolf battling her inner demons, a cursed girl whose hunger can never be satisfied, and a vampire whose twisted punishment is beyond imagination. These gripping stories will keep you on the edge of your seat, delivering spine-tingling suspense and twisted revelations. Enter their world, but beware--you may never want to leave. N Gray is a USA Today best-selling author who creates captivating stories across multiple genres. When the sun sets, her fictional world of terror comes to life. Praise for N Gray Books ★★★★★ N. Gray did a great job on this book. ★★★★★ The author had a great idea and ran with it. ★★★★★ I will be looking at more of this author's books. ★★★★★ I will read other books from this author!! ★★★★★ I can't wait to read her next story. ★★★★★ Another great read by N Gray. ★★★★★ First time reading this author and I loved it.
Lady Ferry
World-renowned cartoonist Seth returns with three new ghost stories for 2025.Reading a ghost story on Christmas Eve was once as much a part of traditional Christmas celebrations as turkey, eggnog, and Santa Claus. World-famous cartoonist Seth selects and beautifully illustrates each book for this beloved series in his own inimitable way, bringing back these classic Christmas ghost stories for readers across North America.When young Marcia is sent to stay with relatives, she's drawn to their houseguest, Lady Ferry: a mysterious old woman who wanders the gardens, with a memory longer than humanly possible. Everyone has rumours to share, and Marcia soon wonders if Lady Ferry is cursed to live forever--or if she's even alive at all.
The Mistress in Black
World-renowned cartoonist Seth returns with three new ghost stories for 2025.Reading a ghost story on Christmas Eve was once as much a part of traditional Christmas celebrations as turkey, eggnog, and Santa Claus. World-famous cartoonist Seth selects and beautifully illustrates each book for this beloved series in his own inimitable way, bringing back these classic Christmas ghost stories for readers across North America.From the moment Miss Anderson begins her new teaching job, she encounters ghostly figures and a strange scent of smoke. Whispers of arson and murder circulate among the staff, but Miss Anderson soon discovers there might be more to the tragic story of the woman in black.
Lucky's Grove
World-renowned cartoonist Seth returns with three new ghost stories for 2025.Reading a ghost story on Christmas Eve was once as much a part of traditional Christmas celebrations as turkey, eggnog, and Santa Claus. World-famous cartoonist Seth selects and beautifully illustrates each book for this beloved series in his own inimitable way, bringing back these classic Christmas ghost stories for readers across North America.In preparation for the upcoming Christmas celebrations, the servants of wealthy Mr Braxton unwittingly cut a tree from the sacred grounds of Lucky's Grove. As the guests arrive, injuries, illness, and mysterious occurrences soon plague Abingdale Hall--with the worst to come on Christmas Day.
Oscar
Close your eyes and hold your breath-but beware... The most chilling horrors are those that lurk in plain sight...In this spine-chilling thriller, a quaint Chicago church becomes the stage for unspeakable horrors when an innocent child's plaything transforms into a vessel of terror.When Oscar-a seemingly innocent puppet with bright red hair and a stitched, ever-smiling face-mysteriously arrives with promises of joy and revival, laughter fades, and children fall silent. Only seventeen-year-old Sunday school teachers Emma and Brianna sense the malevolent presence lurking beneath the puppet's charm.As nightmares seep into waking life, the church sinks deeper under Oscar's shadow. To break his grip, they must uncover the puppet's origins before it consumes the most vulnerable-and wield Brianna's empathic gift as their only defense. But the very power that could save the congregation may also be the force that destroys them.
A Christmas Carol (Warbler Classics Illustrated Edition)
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a cherished classic that has captivated readers since its first publication in 1843. This delightfully illustrated edition brings to life the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man who despises Christmas and all things joyful. On a cold Christmas Eve, Scrooge is confronted by the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the dire consequences of his greed. Marley foretells the arrival of three spirits-the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come-who will guide Scrooge through a profound exploration of his life and choices. As he witnesses the impact of his actions on others, including the struggles of the Cratchit family, Scrooge learns invaluable lessons about compassion, generosity, and redemption. A Christmas Carol offers a compelling tale about the power of change and of the importance of kindness. This publication features thirty vintage illustrations from an edition of A Christmas Carol that was published in 1900, along with a detailed biographical timeline.
Santilmo
Deep in the steaming jungle the monster arises, scattering the terrified Japanese soldiers; but they cannot escape the vengeful apparition. Many will die before it is satisfied.Ophelia and her family live a peaceful life deep in the Philippine jungle until their lives are disrupted by the Japanese invasion of the islands during World War II. The savage troops kill with delight and no remorse, but their evil does not go unpunished. When the relentless enemy slaughter Ophelia's father, the Santilmo rises, and does not rest until the grieving family is avenged and the islands restored to peace by the re-invading U.S. troops
Deadly Occupants
Do the dead ever stay dead? Or are the shadows something to fear?A haunted house tour on Halloween night with three of her college best friends takes a twisted turn as Blair barely escapes with her life. The night may have ended...but the horrors are just beginning.Soon after, their own home seems to come alive, making them question if they're truly alone. As the paranormal activity rises to a fear-filled high, Blair discovers that the house isn't the only thing haunting her...but also her past.Now, Blair faces the challenge of solving the devastating mystery, or risk succumbing to the same torturous fate.
Ghost Stories and Weird Tales
This volume collects the first two compilations of ghost stories written by H. Russell Wakefield (They Return at Evening and Others Who Returned) and six stories published in Weird Tales. Wakefield represented the end of the original 'antiquarian ghost story' authors, staying true to form while many others transitioned to more ghoulish or Lovecraftian horrors. "The ghostly influences at work in these stories are all malignant, powerful. One seeks in vain to escape the sinister fate that they bring. Wakefield does not dispel the ghastly atmosphere by explaining as natural phenomena, his ghosts. He leaves them there, ghosts to the end. They are horrible and fantastic, and fearsome." (1928 review)"These are stories of lasting quality, stories which should go on the library shelf, to be read or reread on dark Winter evenings. They are far superior in plot to many of the so-called classics of the Victorian era, and every bit as finely written." (1929 review)
Lady in the Lake
They help ghosts find justice, but when the case is personal, will their feelings get in the way of their job? Fresh off a successful case, Cheryl and Adam are beckoned to Cheryl's hometown Ridge Point by a ghost eager for justice. Cheryl's ex-husband could be the ghost's murderer. Racked with guilt, she wants to turn him in before he hurts anyone else. But when they get to Ridge Point, they find a town terrorized by a serial killer on the loose, and Cheryl's ex-husband is nowhere to be found. Or is he? Ominous notes left on their motel room door and threats from strangers suggest that her ex has her in his sights and on his list of future victims. Will Cheryl and Adam find him before he decides to make his move?
Monster in the House
Rookie paranormal investigators. Hellish demons. A family desperate for help. Adam and Cheryl are trying to get their budding paranormal investigation business off the ground when they get a call from the Lee family. Horrifying demons are terrorizing them at night, and they're desperate for help. But when Adam and Cheryl go to the Lees' home, they find a nightmarish situation that is worse than any case they've ever taken on. Demons possess the middle daughter and even snatch members of the family away. Cheryl must use her unique psychic medium abilities to save the Lee family from the evil lurking in their home, but will she lose her life in the process? Will any of them survive? Monster in the House is a paranormal suspense novel. If you like paranormal investigations, ghosts, general creepiness, and plots with shocking twists and turns, you'll love this book.
At the Bottom of the Garden
A murderess becomes the guardian of two very unusual girls in this mesmerizing gothic novel from acclaimed author Camilla Bruce. Clara Woods is a killer--and perfectly fine with it, too. So what if she takes a couple of lives to make her own a little bit better? At the bottom of her garden is a flower bed, long overgrown, where her late husband rests in peace--or so she's always thought. Then the girls arrive. Lily and Violet are her nieces, recently orphaned after their affluent parents died on an ill-fated anniversary trip. In accordance with their parents' will, the sisters are to go to their closest relative--who happens to be Clara. Despite having no interest in children, Clara agrees to take them, hoping to get her hands on some of the girls' assets--not only to bolster her dwindling fortune but also to establish what she hopes will be her legacy: a line of diamond jewelry. There's only one problem. Violet can see the dead man at the bottom of the garden. She can see all of Clara's ghosts . . . and call them back into existence. Soon Clara is plagued by her victims and at war with the gifted girls in her care. Lily and Violet have become a liability--and they know far more than they should.
The Best Gothic Tales and Ghost Stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Deluxe Hardcover Book)
The Best Gothic Tales and Ghost Stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Love you to Death
Love you to death: ghost stories for Valentine's DayDo you love ghost stories? Of course you do. Do you love romance? Who wouldn't? What if the love stories were between the living and the recently deceased; or even with the ghosts of those dead for thousands of years...From the disturbing imagination of Leilanie Stewart, author of the award-winning Belfast Ghosts trilogy, comes eight new spine-tingling tales of ghostly romance. These original and previously unpublished tales of affairs that blend the ethereal and the corporeal, all set on or around Valentine's Day, will satisfy your morbid curiosity for paranormal liaisons on the most amorous day of the year.But the question remains: if bonds can exist between those in the world of the living and ones who walk among the dead, could such romance really Love you to Death?
Applewood - Hardcover Edition
31st December 1799.31st December 1899.31st December 1999.One house, one night, three ghost stories spanning centuries. As the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first centuries each begin, Applewood Manor and those trapped within are in for a long night across two hundred years.
The Body in Br繳 na B籀inne
Moira, Deirdre and Nuala are at it again as they help unsettled spirits in their journey on the Otherside.Moira Gallagher's unique ability to see and converse with departed spirits has led her to establish a detective agency with her sisters. Together they help restless spirits move on from this world by solving the problems they were unable to on their own before their untimely deaths.In these four new adventures, the second book in the Gallagher Girls Mystery Series, the sisters risk their lives to hunt down a killer, help a World War 2 sailor with his unfinished business, prove a car accident was no accident and turn a beloved Irish tradition on its head.Join these spunky Irish lasses as they continue to take on new clients of the deceased variety in this cozy paranormal mystery.
The Ghosts of Merry Hall
In modern-day England, a mother and daughter move into a crumbling Victorian house through which wind whistles eerily, floorboards creak ominously and things go bump in the night. The ghost of a girl who performed in Victorian freak shows haunts this chilling gothic ghost story, reminiscent of Laura Purcell's The Silent Companions and Alice Hoffman's The Museum of Extraordinary Things. In 2025, following the break-up of her marriage, cash-strapped single mother Nell moves into the crumbling Merry Hall with her teenage daughter, Fern, to housesit for its evasive owner. She's determined to make a new life in the gloomy Victorian mansion but the noises, moving objects and strange smells in her new home make her increasingly unsettled. In the 1840s, showman Abel Wenham seduces Dolly, a talented albino girl and makes her the star of his performing collection of freaks. But after she becomes pregnant with his child, he discards her and imprisons her at Merry Hall, where her only solace is the company of fellow performers Ida the Bear Lady and the Jack the Posturer. They plan to escape with Dolly and her child and set up in business, but Wenham has other ideas. Is Dolly, just one of the ghosts that haunt Merry Hall, reaching out across the centuries to right the wrongs of the past? 'Dark, unsettling and beautifully written, this gothic chiller is full of surprises. Terrifying but impossible to put down - I loved it!'Carly Reagon, author of The Toll House and Hear Him Calling 'A darkly gleaming gem of a novel about the persistence of memory and the dangers lurking in the shadows of an old and brooding house.' A. J. Elwood, author of The Other Lives of Miss Emily White and The Cottingley Cuckoo 'A mesmerising and original gothic tale that I struggled to put down. Beautifully written, dark and delicious. I literally dropped everything to read it in two days!'Jody Cooksley, author of The Small Museum 'The Ghosts of Merry Hall is a gothic treasure chest full of seedy secrets and eerie charm. I loved Dolly Dove from the start.' Verity M. Holloway, author of The Others of Edenwell
With the Heart of a Ghost
With the Heart of a Ghost is a debut collection of eight fantastical stories translated by Chi-Young Kim (Whale) that explore feelings unseen, unconveyed, unexplainable.The funny, meditative characters who inhabit this book are pulled far from their ordinary daily routines to stare straight into their own sorrows, however they manifest. Ghosts and otherworldly occurrences are folded seamlessly into author Lim Sunwoo's quiet universe with stories buoyed by humor, warmth, and empathy for the lost and hurt among us. A ghost who looks just like the narrator reflects her feelings back to her in a bun shop; mutant jellyfish take over the world and if you touch one you become one yourself; a heartbroken man becomes a tree in his ex's apartment; the ghost of a wannabe K-pop star stuck in a vacuum cleaner wants out; Jugyeong helps a man hibernate by burying him up to his neck; Huiae, in deep conflict with her husband, reconnects with her strange old friend; Jo has lost his best friend-a gecko-but won't give up the search; and Suyeong plots revenge on a wild dog that killed her cats by channeling her inner cat.For a moment, a short period of your everyday lives, each sparkling story asks you to look within, to encounter all that is desired and strange and possible in life and death.
Atlantic Ghosts
Keepsake collection of supernatural folkore from Atlantic Canada, accompanied by original pen-and-ink illustrations. Who is the lady in blue who haunts Peggys Cove? Why is there a strip of land called Ghost Alley in New Brunswick? Who is the ghost with a reserved seat in a PEI theatre? Why is Bell Island, Newfoundland, one of North America's most haunted places? These questions and more are pondered in Atlantic Ghosts. This captivating collection of twenty-four pen-and-ink drawings from Nova Scotia artist Bee Stanton accompanies short tales of hauntings, strange sightings, forerunners, and other supernatural folklore from Atlantic Canada. From ghost dogs and werewolves to haunted lighthouses, inns, and ghost ships, Atlantic Ghosts is both a chilling introduction to the haunted coast as well as a gorgeous keepsake for anyone who loves the North Atlantic region.
Here and Beyond
Here and Beyond is a compelling collection of short stories that delve into the mysterious and supernatural. Each tale explores the thin veil between life and death, blending psychological tension with Wharton's trademark sharp social observation. From ghostly encounters to uncanny revelations, this collection promises to captivate readers seeking elegant, atmospheric horror.Included are: Miss Mary PaskThe Young GentlemenBewitchedThe Seed of the FaithThe Temperate ZoneVelvet Ear-Pads
The Haunting of Rosehill
"Aye, Miss Ward," she said, her voice soft but weathered, like the creak of an ancient door. "There are always tales in houses like these. Some true, some... twisted by time. I've been here long enough to know that Rosehill has a way of keeping its secrets. Whether or not it decides to share them is another matter." In the shadowed halls of Rosehill Manor, Evelyn Ward yearns to escape the suffocating confines of Regency society. When she discovers an ancient garden where a single, cursed rose blooms out of season, she is pulled into a web of dark superstition and chilling secrets. Strange whispers echo through the manor, and ghostly scratching haunts the night as the curse plaguing the Sinclair family tightens its grip. Drawn to Henry Sinclair, the brooding heir burdened by his family's tragic legacy, Evelyn is determined to uncover the truth. But as she unravels the sinister origins of the curse, she risks being consumed by the very darkness that haunts him. Each step brings her closer to a terrifying choice: break the curse, or become its next victim. The Haunting of Rosehill is the debut novel of Samantha Blok, author of a selection of Regency and Gothic romances, including the beloved series, The Trouble with the Tollivers. Praise for the Haunting of Rosehill: "One of the most hauntingly beautiful things I've ever read."- Anni Taumata, Goodreads "In the same league as The Woman in Black and Northanger Abbey!"- Philippa Williams, Goodreads "It made my heart melt into a million pieces." - Sarah Madeline, Goodreads "A fantastic debut novel from Samantha Blok... Bridgerton meets Supernatural. If you loved Crimson Peak, you will love this read."- Mollie Smith, Goodreads "So beautifully written. In-depth and thought-compelling... If you like suspense, ghosts and romance, this book is for you. I couldn't put it down." - Amanda Gold, Goodreads "From the very first page, Blok's prose swept me into a world of eerie beauty, where the atmosphere and setting were almost as alive as the characters themselves... a stellar debut."- Emily Hidalgo, GoodreadsExperience the spellbinding romance and haunting mystery of The Haunting of Rosehill now.
The Haunting of Murder Hotel
First, there was the haunted asylum.Now, it's a haunted hotel. I know what you're thinking. Is it really haunted?Brad says it is. Of course, he's also in prison for the murder of his wife while they were staying at the Brantley Hotel.As a parapsychologist who studies apparitional experiences, it only makes sense that I check it out, along with the others in my team-Riley and Gabriel.Gabriel believes Brad. Riley is just excited to stay at a haunted hotel. Me? I think way too many murderers try to claim possession as a way to excuse their actions.My feelings changed when a ghost attacked me in the bathroom. And then again in my bedroom. And then again during a ritual when we were trying to communicate with the ghost of someone who'd died at this hotel.Turns out there were a lot of ghosts and a lot of dead bodies.
True Tales Of The Supernatural
12 GHASTLY REAL GHOST STORIES FOR CHRISTMASAccording to ancient folklore, the 12 Days of Christmas, beginning on Christmas Day, mark a period when the barrier between the living and the dead becomes blurred, allowing phantoms to wander our world. What better way to honour those 12 disquieting days than with the same number of ghostly tales?Brace yourself for harrowing accounts such as: The eerie hotel resident who liked to watch in Rapunzel...The terrible act of kindness in One Last Holiday...The man with death in his eyes in Deadbeat Daniel...The wraith who craved togetherness in Misery Loves Company...The unholy horror in the library in By The Book...The unnatural echoes that tormented a family in Upstairs, Downstairs...And remember, amidst the sparkle of tinsel and the joy of gift-giving, the spirit of Christmas isn't always merry. Sometimes, it lurks in the shadows, eager to trace icy fingers down your spine...Ready for those delicious, spine-tingling chills?
The Rectory
*The Rectory is the perfect blend of ghost horror, with a dollop of psychological thriller and a sprinkle of mystery.* Some secrets are better left buried... and some houses are better left alone.Beau Winters is on the brink. A writer who can't write, trapped in a life that isn't her own. After a bitter divorce, she bunks down with her best friends Hannah and Joe, but their toxic relationship and chaotic lifestyle are driving her to the edge. With a looming publisher deadline and crippling writer's block, Beau is desperate for a change.Then, a chance email offers an unexpected escape: Bluebell Cottage, a secluded haven in the wilds of Scotland with its own private beach and ruined church. Quaint, cosy, and perfect for a lone writer in need of solitude. No distractions-except for the sinister creak of an empty rocking chair. No noise-aside from an old record player that plays spontaneously. No company-apart from the unseen presence lurking in the attic. As Beau battles her growing unease, paranoia and the isolation, she knows she has made a disastrous mistake. Meanwhile, down in Chester, Hannah is seething. She offers Beau a shoulder to cry on, a room in their house, meals at their table, and now she disappears off into the sunset without a word of thanks? What Beau doesn't understand is that Hannah has scars - festering wounds that will force her to hunt Beau down and make her understand just how deep they run. And Beau had better be ready, because she has no idea what her best friend is capable of, and she has no idea of the darkness that lies hidden in Hannah's - or Bluebell Cottage's - past.In a chilling clash of secrets, betrayal, and hidden horrors, Beau is about to discover that some secrets are better left buried, and some houses are better left alone.A pulse-pounding psychological thriller packed with ghostly suspense, eerie mystery, and heart-stopping terror, The Rectory will grip you from the very first page-until you're too afraid to turn off the lights.*Trigger warnings - child abuse, murder, mental health issues, emotional abuse, the occult, profanity.*
Bless the Mother
Time may heal all wounds, but time stands still for the dead.Twenty years have passed since the horrific night in the Whispering House. Now, Abigail lives a relatively normal life as an independent bookstore owner while her sister, Constance, struggles to navigate crippling physical and psychological damage.But when Abigail inherits the house, old memories and childhood traumas are awoken.Abigail becomes drawn to the dreamlike allure of the house, enticed by the potential of reconnecting with their dead mother.Meanwhile, Constance's dormant terrors return with frightening violence.Will they finally connect with their dead mother and cleanse the house of the evil tearing their family apart, or will the house continue its reign of psychological horror?One thing is certain...they will discover the unsettling truth of Constance's connection to the house and a secret Abigail's hidden since that fateful night in the fire.Suspenseful and immersive, Bless the Mother is the second novel in The Haunting of the Whispering House paranormal horror series from author L.C. Marino.
Rot
She used to be a nurse, caring for the sick and wounded. But now, she is a prisoner of her own misery - trapped by poverty, despair and alcoholism. Her life is a nightmare, and she has no control over anything. Her body is tormented by gout, her mind by self-loathing.But things are about to get worse.As winter approaches, a mysterious rot begins to spread in her house, infecting everything and everyone it touches. It is a deadly force that consumes both flesh and soul, leaving behind only decay and madness.Will she be able to escape the rot, or will she succumb to its horrors?
Mystical Woods
Some people claim the old Insane Asylums are haunted even though they have been closed for many years. A lot of these types of facilities were shut down in the 1940's and 1950's. Others may have lasted through the 1970's. The grounds surrounding these old hospitals are most times littered with unmarked graves from the folks that died during the harsh treatments, and shall we say experiments. Mitchell Brian, an insurance salesman and part time writer took a camping trip to Mystical Woods Camping Ground for a quiet getaway and to get caught up with writing. Little did he realize at the time, but Mystical Woods was very haunted from its past.
Inheritance
Inheritance is the first in The Lost Bride Trilogy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts--a tale of tragedies, loves found and lost, and a family haunted for generations. 1806: Astrid Poole sits in her bridal clothes, overwhelmed with happiness. But before her marriage can be consummated, she is murdered, and the circle of gold torn from her finger. Her last words are a promise to Collin never to leave him...Graphic designer Sonya MacTavish is stunned to learn that her late father had a twin he never knew about--and that her newly discovered uncle, Collin Poole, has left her almost everything he owned, including a majestic Victorian house on the Maine coast, which the will stipulates she must live in for at least three years. Her engagement recently broken, she sets off to find out why the boys were separated at birth--and why it was all kept secret until a genealogy website brought it to light. Trey, the young lawyer who greets her at the sprawling clifftop manor, notes Sonya's unease--and acknowledges that yes, the place is haunted...but just a little. Sure enough, Sonya finds objects moved and music playing out of nowhere. She sees a painting by her father inexplicably hanging in her deceased uncle's office, and a portrait of a woman named Astrid, whom the lawyer refers to as "the first lost bride." It's becoming clear that Sonya has inherited far more than a house. She has inherited a centuries-old curse, and a puzzle to be solved if there is any hope of breaking it...
The Haunting of Hern Hall
When three innocent children play a game that ends in fatal consequences, it sets in motion a series of events that will haunt their family forever...After the horror of World War One, disillusioned army chaplain John Elliot arrives at Hern Hall, an isolated estate in the English countryside. Shrouded by mist, the mystery of its tragic past seems to haunt the shadows when John glimpses the face of a drowned child beneath the dark waters of the lake.Despite suffering from shellshock, John has made a promise to his friend Will, who died in the trenches whilst saving John's life. It is a promise he is determined to keep.Before being introduced to Will's grieving parents, Lord and Lady Chiddingstone, he first meets Will's sister Lucy, a beautiful, blind and mysterious young woman.After being invited by Lord and Lady Chiddingstone to remain as a guest at Hern Hall, John has a series of unsettling and eerie encounters, even attending a seance conducted by the infamous Madame Blanche, a spiritualist medium whom Lady Chiddingstone hopes can communicate with her dead sons.As John grows closer to the family, he uncovers more about their traumatic past, and the disturbing secrets hiding in the walls and tunnels of Hern Hall.Is the family cursed as an ancient legend tells, and can the ghosts and the living ever find peace, or are they destined to be forever haunted by death?
Mistletoe at the Mill
Book 3 finds Cathy continuing her adventures at Riverside Mill, Green Valley, in the Northwest of England. She meets up with the intimidating vampire family of Ashway Towers and the boggart family who are the Protectors of the Portal.With Christmas approaching, will the secret of the mysterious portal finally be revealed?Visits to the neighbouring covens of Upper Valley and Lower Valley bring their own kind of adventures to Cathy.Will a setback in her romance with Adam make or break the partnership?Enjoy the seasons of the Pagan year - Mabon (Harvest), Samhain (Halloween and of course Yuletide (Christmas).
