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Avaritia et Invidia
The building was old. It had been a factory of some sort one hundred, maybe one hundred fifty years ago. Its sturdy brick and steel construction had weathered the years…
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The Marytown Bazaar
My name is Elijah Jove and this was my life. I grew up in a small house in a town called Yukon, WV. It had three rooms; one bedroom for…
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The Death Museum
“Welcome to the Memento Mori Museum, lovingly tour-guided by our docent EM(ily), who uploaded two short years ago! Come see caskets, coffins, wreaths and other not-so-ancient paraphernalia, along with an…
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I Found a Tree in my Backyard: The End May be Nigh
My name is Erica Bell, and my friends and I have been closely following a worldwide phenomenon that’s been taking place over the last 16 years, or so, and we…
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This Cruel Place, Beyond the Blizzard
“Do you think we’re dead?” I gave Eleanor a perplexed look. “I can see your breath. And we’re talking right now, so…” “No, no,” she muttered, shivering in the keening…
Read NowOld Misser Duck
I've never liked taking my son, Ben, along on business trips, especially now he's at that tireless, inquisitive age where everything is either utterly boring or fascinating. Any parent will…
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The Signal-Man
“Halloa! Below there!” When he heard a voice thus calling to him, he was standing at the door of his box, with a flag in his hand, furled round its…
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The Crimson Mansion
It was 2:05 AM when I did it. Everything around was completely quiet, not a single person in sight. I grabbed the folding ladder out from my garage and neatly…
Read Now5 Haunted Hiking Trails Where Mystery is Waiting to be Encountered
If you enjoy the outdoors, then hiking is probably included in your favorite activities. After all, spending time in nature is one of the most pleasant, even therapeutic, things to…
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White Eyes in Bright Lights
When people ask me about how it is to live in my neck of the woods, the Carolina Piedmont, I'd like to tell them of the rolling hills that lead…
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Laughing in the Dark
Bill Tanner, a retired USPS mail carrier, ran a local haunted house that had become quite well known in the city where he lived. Established as a terrifying and fun…
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Onekahokwe
My son has reached the age at which he can enjoy my stories. By now, his friends have gathered that I am “the guy” who wrote those books and Creepypastas…
Read NowA Traveler’s Guide to the Haunted History of Las Vegas
When people think of a place where they can fully enjoy themselves, Las Vegas is one of the first things that comes up. This city is usually associated with fun,…
Read NowThe Van Ness Asylum
Being a devout fan of Creepypasta's true story section, I felt compelled to share my story with other users. While it is nice to provide all of you with a…
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The Stain of Margaret Schilling
The Ridges - previously known as the Athens Lunatic Asylum - is famous among Ohio University students. The other week, I ran into a friend who recently graduated from OU,…
Read NowThe Lighthouse
There is a small island in the Mediterranean Sea that does not appear on any map. It cannot be seen from any other island, nor can any other land be…
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The Sewer Under The Lighthouse
You were always against moving away from your family and friends. You didn’t want to leave the city, the coast never appealed to you anyway. You didn’t want to move…
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For The Animals
It's hard for them, you know. For the animals. The buildup, the push. The ever-expanding girth and guts of the city gushing, contorting, bursting, spilling outwards. More and more, they…
Read Now5 Haunted Places in Turkey that Hide the Darkest Mysteries
Turkey is a perfect example of a country where Eastern and Western cultures blend, creating a heritage that catches the eye of visitors around the world. Beyond its rich history,…
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The Edwardsville Lottery
Some of you may have read “The Lottery” at one point or another, whether it was of your own pleasure or rather a part of your schools curriculum. We don’t…
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