Welcome to your hub for the creepiest recommendations, from the latest terrifying Stephen King book and bizarre underrated horror films to the most disturbing unsolved true crime cases and unsettling reports of paranormal activity. If it’s strange, unusual, or downright terrifying—we’ve got you covered.
We’re diehard fans of all things macabre and we love nothing more than sharing our odd obsessions with fellow creepy fiends. Here we unearth forgotten crimes, share true ghost stories, and pride ourselves on giving the best recommendations for terrifying books and movies. Peruse the stories below—you’re sure to find something to satiate your appetite for the uncanny.
Does an evil presence plague this historic home?
They watched in terror as the demonic writing appeared above her bed: "Esther Cox, you are mine to kill."
By Orrin Grey
These Big Easy destinations are secretly crawling with ghosts.
Take a tour of some of the most haunting homes in America.
Shuttered in 1987, the souls of those who lived there still haunt its halls.
On October 1—National Ghost Hunting Day—our staff will be joining a ghost hunt at NYC's The Merchant's House and streaming it live on Facebook.
Are Godfrey and Julia Barnsley still cursed, even in death?
By Gary Sweeney
Enter this mansion and you may never make it out.
They asked if any ghosts were present, and received a chilling reply: “Come and find us ... in the back house.”
We haven’t caught a wink since 1991—here’s why.
By DeAnna Janes
They say the original owner's troubled spirit still wanders the halls, haunting all those who enter.
Could this old burial ground be the most haunted place in Savannah?
By Orrin Grey
Her body may be buried in the family tomb, but Eliza's troubled spirit never left her stately home.
Some say when Emily's lover stood her up, she flung herself off the bridge to her death.
She wears a white gown, with piercing eyes as blue as ice.
By Gary Sweeney
Be nice to the new girl, or she might come back to haunt you.
Some report the phantom sounds of musket fire, others the pungent smell of blood.
Did this ancient German castle inspire Mary Shelley's famous horror novel?
By Orrin Grey
For the founders of the Stanley hotel, the music hasn't stopped ... even in death.
By Eric Olsen