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Explore the latest and scariest in horror and true crime books. From fresh releases to historical horrors, we've got the latest and greatest in terrifying books.

Ramsey Campbell: The Modern Horror Master Whose Books Will Haunt Your Dreams

Guillermo del Toro hails the award-winning author as an "absolute master of modern horror. And a damn fine writer at that!"

Richard Matheson: Where to Begin with the Legendary Sci-Fi Horror Author

I Am Legend just scrapes the surface of the sci-fi horror master's legacy.

Nightmares & Dreamscapes: 13 Best Stephen King Short Stories That Will Chill You to the Bone

These frightful tales can be read in one sitting, but they'll linger in your mind long into the night.

The Forgotten Kidnapping Epidemic That Shook Depression-Era America

A startling new book lays bare a little-known chapter in American true crime history.

13 Epic Horror Books to Read While Quarantined

A devil's dozen epic horror tales to get you through these dark days.

12 Dark and Extraordinary Pandemic Books to Make You Feel Less Alone

There’s no time like the present to disappear into these underrated reads.

Free Horror and Mystery Ebooks to Download This April

Catch up with the grandmasters of horror—for free.

16 Haunting True Crime and Paranormal Books for Fans of Unsolved Mysteries

Dive into real-life cold cases, supernatural phenomena, and more.

Ellen Datlow Recommends 13 Dark & Creepy Books to Read In the Time of COVID-19 (That Are Not Apocalyptic)

The award-winning editor selects a set of chilling reads that have nothing to do with pandemics.

A Vengeful Spirit Wreaks Havoc in This Rediscovered Horror Classic

Ancient spirits, possession, and revenge… This chilling tale will stick with you.

14 Riveting True Crime Books for Fans of Criminal

These aren’t your run-of-the-mill true crime books.

13 Gripping True Crime Books for Fans of Lost Girls

Cases like the Long Island Serial Killer, from the unsolved to the corrupt.

13 Terrifying Books to Read While You Wait for A Quiet Place Part II

Until the film is released, these sci-fi horror reads will deliver plenty of scares.