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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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Ghost Ships Full of Decomposing Bodies Wash Up on Japan’s Shore

Mysterious fishing boats strewn with rotting corpses are washing up along the shores of Japan, and officials are baffled.

The Blood-Soaked Legend of the Gardette-LePrete Mansion

In 1836, an unsuspecting passerby entered the Gardette-LePrete mansion and uncovered a scene of unimaginable horror.

The Ghostly Guests of the Menger Hotel

Step inside San Antonio's historic Menger Hotel, where former guests still linger long after they checked out.

Scandal and the Supernatural: The Ghost of Henry Ward Beecher

The famed minister is said to still haunt his church in Brooklyn, where a 19th century sex scandal nearly destroyed his career.

7 Out-of-Body Experiences That Changed Lives

These first-hand out-of-body experience stories will completely change your outlook on the otherworldly.

6 Most Haunted Places in Miami

From haunted hotels to abandoned hospitals, these eerie locales prove the Sunshine State has a dark side.

Peace Church Cemetery and the Ghost of Billy Cook

Along the edge of this abandoned Missouri graveyard roams the restless soul of an executed spree killer.

Mile-High Horror: The Haunted Halls of the Stanley Hotel

The scariest hotel in the U.S. just got scarier.

8 Haunted Libraries That Will Make You Whisper-Scream

If you're headed to one of these libraries for some peace and quiet, think again.

The Most Haunted Hotel in Every State

Check in with these haunted hotels for a possible paranormal experience on your next trip.

Chilling Tales: “The Ghost of Old Pier’s Pub”

One couple's visit to the misty cliffs of Ireland takes a turn for the supernatural in this fictional ghost story by Alan Derosby.

The Mass Grave of Point Lookout Lighthouse

Across the haunted grounds of this former Civil War prison roam the restless souls of 4,000 Confederate dead.

The 8 Most Haunted Places in Minnesota

The dead apparently don’t rest easy in Minnesota. The state boasts some of the most haunted spots in the country.

10 Most Terrifying Ghost Stories and Paranormal Novels

Reader beware: These eerie tales of cursed houses and restless souls are guaranteed to terrify.

Watch List: Crimson Peak

Guillermo del Toro's new nightmare replaces the tired tropes of Gothic romance with ghosts, violence, and kink.

The Mysterious Faces of Bélmez

Deep in the heart of southern Spain, eerie faces have appeared on the kitchen floor of one family’s home.

7 Most Extreme Haunted Houses Across the U.S.

Enter at your own risk: These demented dens of horror are home to some of your worst nightmares.

14 Most Haunted B&Bs in America

Looking for a spooky place to spend the night?

10 Most Haunted Places in London

From the ghosts of Westminster Abbey to the bloody trail of Jack the Ripper, join us on a tour of the most haunted places in London.