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5 Strange Chinese Superstitions That Might Change How You Look at Luck
Superstitions have always been part of human culture, especially in ancient times, long before formal religions were developed. These beliefs have been passed down through generations and even today, they…
Read NowIt’s Not a Tree
Twelve missed calls. My eyes never shifted as my phone continued vibrating on the old oak counter. My hands softly gripped the wet glass of my sixth pour. Thirteen. I’m…
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Ancient Life
Below the peaks of the Catskill Mountains you will occasionally find an ancient and gnarled apple tree. Such a tree is a reliable landmark; signaling that an early American farmhouse…
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Assistant to Mister Hastings
When most people are asked, “who’s your favorite actor?”, someone recognizable and beloved is almost always said. I’ve heard people say old favorites like Tom Hanks, up and comers like…
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Dog Children
I’m going to tell you about a town—a town you should never go to. For your protection, I won’t tell you the name or location. But I’ll tell you this:…
Read NowIt Started as a Leak
The rainy season began in early summer, and June had been no exception. It did not surprise the man when he discovered rainwater dripping from his dining room ceiling. Shrugging…
Read NowJuly 2013 Discussion Post: What’s Your Favorite Scary Movie?
Remember a few months ago when I asked for your favorite creepy video games? I'd mentioned that I planned to do similar posts for books, movies, and maybe even television…
Read NowVedic Numerology and the Fate You Can Not Escape
Vedic numerology is a term you might not be coming across unless you’re already intrigued by astrology. Numbers have always had a significant meaning in our lives. But this specific…
Read Now5 Haunted Shipwrecks and Mysterious Stories Behind Them
Everyone interested in mysteries has probably heard stories about ships that disappeared without a trace. Some of these stories even inspired scientists’ artistic works that conquered the audience’s hearts. Some…
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The Things We Do for Family
My parents died in a car crash on their way home from dropping me off my freshman year at Stanford. I never got the chance to call and tell them…
Read Now5 Haunted Lakes in America You Should Never Step Into
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about lakes? Is it tranquility? Peaceful reflections of trees? Or maybe the perfect spot for a picnic? Most…
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The Night the Fear Won
In the middle of the night, I wake up. I turn to the right. Try to go back to sleep. The side presses uncomfortably on my shoulder. I turn to…
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The Lost Transmissions of Captain William Brinkman
Hello... Static....error Hello, is this damn thing on, how in the hell… Static....error This is Captain William Brink.... Static.... Ok, got it. This is Captain William Brinkman of Boson Fleet…
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Rubbish Days
Tony peeled the rotten banana skin off his arm while pieces of unidentifiable litter trailed behind him as he stumbled towards the school building. Billy and his asshole friends had…
Read NowThe Sunday They Stayed
I remember the first time I saw the lights. I was driving home late from my shift at the mill, taking the backroad through Pygmy Stream, Alabama, my hometown, to…
Read NowThe Grass Got Too High
It's been raining all week, and I can't mow my lawn. This is bad. I can hear the grass. I hear it when it gets too tall. It whispers, out…
Read NowThe Shortcut
It was coming up on Thanksgiving and I wanted to go to my parents house. They lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico, whereas I had moved to Denver,Colorado for college. I…
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Reflections of the Majorette
Tap. Tap. Tap. It must be raining. Tap. Tap. Tap. Blaire rolled over. Knock. Damn tree branch. Tap. Tap. Tap. She pushed the blanket off her head and surveyed the…
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The Escape of Amanda Waylan
Amanda awoke with a painful feeling of dread deep within her gut. Rubbing the sleep out of her eyes, her fear was justified. Nothing has changed. Her coffee table was…
Read NowThe Shephard Cane
My girlfriend and I have this special spot. This nice little place that serves up food, drinks, and amateur stage performances. They named it the Stage Harbor Dinner Theater. It…
Read Now5 Terrifying Thai Ghosts You Never Want to Meet
Most people go to Thailand for beautiful beaches, impressive temples, affordable living, or outstanding street food. But horror enthusiasts know that this country has much more to offer those who…
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The Tree From Which Dead Things Grow
I had nightmares about the place for weeks. Every time, it was exactly the same. I stood before a large oak tree, alone, in a vast field of dead grass.…
Read NowMr. Welldone
Hello. I am Mr. Welldone. I watched the copulation which conceived you and I screamed in horror. I saw you birthed like a hatched parasite, hairless and gagging, and I…
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