Urban Legends Stories

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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The Surprisingly Nefarious History of the Black Cat Superstition 

The smear campaign against these mysterious feline familiars is centuries in the making.

Journey Into the Country’s Most Terrifying Urban Legends

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7 Pranks that Turned into Popular Horror Tropes

At the center of many horror tropes are urban legends, schoolyard jokes, and mean-spirited dares.

A Case of Mass Delusion: The Seattle Windshield Pitting 'Epidemic'

Was it sound waves, H-bomb fallout, or something more insidious? 

The Gloomy Ghosts of the Witch’s Castle

In the woods of the Pacific Northwest is a derelict building rumored to be the home of sinister forces.

The Tawdry History of Penny Dreadfuls

This tidbit of pop culture from the 19th century changed the landscape of horror.

Haunted Wisconsin, As Explored by Scary Bradshaw

Our columnist returns to explore Wisconsin's most twisted tourism.

Secret in the Streets

For decades, strange plaques called Toynbee tiles have appeared like crop circles throughout the cities of the world.

Zozo, the Ouija Board's Most Famous Demon

An internet hoax, or a haunting through the ages?

13 Creepy Short Story Collections to Read After You're Finished with If It Bleeds

Did you devour Stephen King’s latest release? These books are just as chilling.

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.

Who's That Girl in the Window? The Many Ghosts That Haunt Louisiana's Myrtles Plantation

This historic abode boasts at least 12 ghosts—and they’re not camera shy.