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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.

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James Ruppert and the Easter Sunday Massacre

The brutal, unmotivated slaying of nearly a dozen family members.

The Man Caught on Tape Attacking a 65-year-old Asian American Woman Was Arrested

He was out on parole for killing his own mother 17 years ago. 

The 8 Most Chilling 911 Calls

These audio recordings will haunt even the most seasoned true crime listener.

The Saitama Dog Lover Murders

Scam artists turned brutal killers.

The Twisted Case of the Hog Trail Murders

Human remains were found scattered throughout southwestern Florida.

The Tragic Case of Anita Mahfood, the Famous Rhumba Queen

Over 50 years ago, the Jamaican music icon fell victim to domestic violence.

11 Eye-Opening True Crime Books for Fans of Crazy, Not Insane

Like the documentary, these books challenge our preconceived notions about killers.

A Killing in Amish Country: Twists Abound in This Shocking New True Crime Podcast

The latest season of Case Closed investigates the murder of a 30-year-old Amish woman.

The Tragic Murder of Author Helen Bailey

Helen Bailey went on a walk with her dog one afternoon—and was never seen alive again.

Shared Madness: The Beyond Bizarre Case of the Eriksson Twins

One May day in 2008, the Eriksson twins dashed out in traffic. Then they did it again.

The Mad Chopper: One Cut Was Not Enough

True crime author Fred Rosen remembers a case so gruesome even he hesitated to take it on.

Thrill of the Kill: The Not-So-Perfect Crime of Leopold and Loeb

These wealthy college students took to murdering a 14-year-old boy to prove their superiority – but sloppy mistakes soon exposed the clever pair as common killers.