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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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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.

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.

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

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

13 Haunting Horror Books for Fans of The Lodge

Home is where the horror is when it comes to these chilling reads.

Possessed: 11 Haunting Salem Witch Trials Books

Peer into one of the darkest chapters of American history…

10 Must-Read Jack the Ripper Books

His true identity remains unknown to this day.

11 Twisted Ray Garton Books That Will Give You Nightmares

These stories will haunt you long after you've turned the last page.

8 Books of Horror Short Stories That'll Freak You Out

They may be short—but they're definitely not sweet.