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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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13 Chilling True Crime Books About Ted Bundy

The killer's own defense attorney described him as “the very definition of heartless evil.”

The Case of Michael Peterson—a Perfect Husband, or the Staircase Murderer?

In her true crime book, author Aphrodite Jones takes readers to the night of Kathleen Peterson's suspicious staircase death.

The Chilling True Story of Cape Cod Serial Killer Tony Costa

Helltown brings Costa’s “Garden of Horrors” to terrifying life.

Paul Holes Reveals the Toll of Crime Solving in Unmasked

This investigative legend’s memoir hits shelves on April 26.

Paul Holes Exposes the Dark Side of Clearing Cold Cases

In his new memoir, the celebrated cold case investigator shares an inside look at the reality of solving infamous crimes.

12 True Crime Books that Changed the Genre Forever

These true crime books revolutionized the genre.

The Lineup's Most Disturbing True Crime Bestsellers

The Lineup's community has terrifying taste—these are your most beloved titles.

Early Graves Is the Most Bizarre Love Story You’ll Ever Read

An Edgar Award-winning author tells the story of a serial killer couple. 

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Enter to Win a Deadly Cool True Crime Bundle from WildBlue Press

One lucky reader will win five riveting true crime books from WildBlue Press. 

The Death Shift is a Parent's Worst Nightmare

This true story of a malevolent pediatric nurse will chill you to the bone. 

The NXIVM Cult: Branding Women Was Only the Beginning  

It seemed like just another overpriced and cheesy self help group—but in 2017, the barbaric truth was revealed.