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A group of children with special abilities are abducted and held in a sinister institution, where they must band together to escape from their diabolical captors.

A mother realizes that her seemingly perfect daughter might be evil as she investigates a series of deaths and misfortunes surrounding her child.

Set against the backdrop of the Titanic's tragic voyage, this novel imagines the supernatural events that haunt the passengers on their fateful journey.

A lawyer uncovers the dark side of his friend Dr. Jekyll and his alter ego, Mr. Hyde, leading to a chilling exploration of duality within humanity.

A ghost hunter's encounter with a ghost who kills everyone and the connection that develops between them, blending horror with a touch of romance.

A young boy finds himself in a magical house that caters to his every wish but harbors dark secrets that turn dreams into nightmares.

A semi-autobiographical novel that combines elements of horror with satire, featuring a character haunted by supernatural occurrences including werewolf appearances.

A story about the last known werewolf, who is struggling with his identity and the nature of his existence amid a hunt for his kind.

A haunting tale that blurs the line between reality and nightmares, featuring creatures that embody the fear of the unknown, akin to werewolves.

In a world where magic and technology coexist, a gunslinger is on a quest to find the elusive Dark Tower. His journey is filled with mythical creatures and philosophical questions about existence.

The series includes themes of alien abduction and the chaos it brings to human lives, particularly with regard to strange pregnancies and transformations.

The film focuses on a genetically engineered woman, part human and part alien, who is on a quest to find a mate and cure her loneliness, leading to dangerous implications.

In a distant future, humans live on a planet inhabited by powerful alien beings called the Tlic who need the human males to be hosts for their eggs.

Four friends on a hiking trip in Sweden stumble upon a sinister presence lurking in the forest, illuminating their friendships and fears.

When a woman returns to the home of her deceased grandmother, she uncovers dark secrets and supernatural elements tied to her family's history.

After surviving a massacre at a summer camp, a girl becomes part of the 'Final Girls'—a group of sole survivors—only to confront new horrors in her life years later.

The sequel to Bird Box, this story continues the struggle of Malorie as she navigates a world where sight can bring madness.

In the 1990s, a suburban book club for women confronts a charming new neighbor who hides a dark secret and is possibly a vampire.

A group of women who survived brutal killings by serial killers meet to support each other, but they find themselves in a real-life horror when one of their own is targeted again.

A prehistoric megacomet shark, the megalodon, resurfaces, threatening the underwater exploration team and unleashing chaos.

A great white shark terrorizes a beach town, prompting a police chief, a marine biologist, and a shark hunter to hunt it down.

A group of Nazi soldiers are stationed in a remote fortress in Eastern Europe, and they find themselves haunted by sinister forces within the castle's walls.

A young boy befriends a mysterious girl in his neighborhood, who is revealed to be a vampire. Their relationship evolves amidst the challenges of bullying and isolation.

A young girl discovers her vampire lineage and must navigate the complexities of her newfound identity, all while dealing with romantic entanglements and the moral dilemmas of feeding on blood.

Set in the late 1800s, this story follows a young apprentice to a scientist who studies monstrous creatures, exploring the dark relationship between humanity and the monsters they fear.

A collection of stories that explore the complexities of bodies, identity, and the often eerie undertones of female experience.

A collection of stories that blend psychological horror with elements of magical realism, dealing with the female experience and identity.

A story that intertwines themes of identity and transformation in a surreal setting, focusing on a complex relationship with the self.

A dark tale about obsession and desire, involving two women and their disturbing online relationship.

A genre-defying novel about a pregnant runaway and her fight for survival against forces seeking to control her.

A story about two sisters staying in a mysterious hotel that has an eerie hold on them, exploring themes of memory and familial bonds.

A haunted house story that touches on themes of race, identity, and familial relationships through the lens of a young woman with an unusual condition.

In a post-apocalyptic world, two trans women fight to stay alive against murderous men who seek to eradicate their kind.

Set in a crumbling mansion, this gothic tale involves eerie wooden figures known as the Silent Companions that lead to terrifying revelations and dark family secrets.

After an avalanche traps a couple in a mountain resort, they find the surrounding area mysteriously devoid of life. As they explore, they encounter strange phenomena that challenge their understanding of reality and draw on themes of love and loss.

Set in a post-apocalyptic world after an alien visit known as the Visitation, the book explores the mysterious Zone where strange phenomena and artifacts exist. The protagonist, Redrick Schuhart, navigates the dangers of the Zone and grapples with moral dilemmas with the pursuit of the unknown.

A scientist experiments with invisibility but spirals into madness as he becomes invisible, leading to chaotic events and horror. His struggle with his sanity and the implications of his discovery create a thrilling narrative reminiscent of dark Doctor Who episodes.

A writer discovers his alter ego—a darker side that manifests into a deadly presence after he attempts to bury it.

A journalist investigates a cursed videotape that predicts death seven days after watching it, leading her to uncover dark secrets.

A government experiment goes awry, creating a virus that turns humans into vampires, leading to a post-apocalyptic struggle for survival.

A classic collection of folklore and urban legends told in a chillingly captivating way, popular for telling spooky stories in the dark, filled with creepy illustrations and compelling narratives.

A collection of interconnected stories about young foxes dealing with their fears and challenges in the wild, told in a spooky narrative.

A group of childhood friends makes a terrifying discovery when an alien crash lands in the Maine woods, bringing with it strange phenomena and an evil that threatens to destroy them all.

A high school girl with telekinetic powers seeks revenge on her tormentors after a humiliating experience.

A writer returns to his hometown only to discover that its residents are being turned into vampires.

A group of elderly men share ghost stories, leading them to confront a haunting from the past that begins to affect their present. The novel weaves a complex narrative of revenge and horror, with a rich atmosphere that draws you in and won’t let go.

Count Dracula seeks to move from Transylvania to England to spread the undead curse and terrorizes those who oppose him.

A gripping account of the Ebola outbreak in 1976, revealing the horrors of viral outbreaks and the scientists who fight them.

Set in 1950s Mexico, this novel follows Noemí Taboada as she investigates her cousin's mysterious illness in a decaying manor, revealing dark secrets involving mushrooms and family history.

A rock star buys a ghost online, hoping for a thrill, but he soon learns the haunting is very real and very deadly.

In a world where unseen entities drive individuals to deadly madness, a mother must navigate a treacherous journey blindfolded to protect her children.

FBI trainee Clarice Starling is tasked with interviewing the brilliant but insane Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a notorious serial killer, to catch another killer known as Buffalo Bill.

A group of boy scouts on a camping trip encounter a stranger infected with a deadly parasite that drives him to gruesome acts, testing their morality and survival instincts.

A tale of four individuals who arrive at a reputedly haunted mansion to investigate paranormal activity, only to confront their own fears and the haunting secrets of the house itself.

A family's cat returns from the dead, leading to terrifying consequences when they explore the dark secrets of a nearby burial ground.

A family on vacation at a remote cabin encounters four strangers who demand they make an unthinkable choice to avert catastrophe. Tension rises as they grapple with fear, love, and survival in a story that explores the fragility of human ties and the elements of choice and fate.

A middle-aged man returns to his hometown, where he recalls a terrifying but fantastical experience from his childhood involving a girl, a mysterious house, and dark forces. The snow and isolation enhance the dreamlike and eerie atmosphere.

A chilling story about a girl who discovers a haunted secret regarding her family's past while visiting a remote Scottish boarding school. As the winter weather traps her, the haunting becomes increasingly sinister and personal.

A young family discovers their house is larger on the inside than it is on the outside, leading to a complex narrative filled with strange typographic layouts and multiple perspectives.

Two teenage boys encounter a sinister carnival that arrives in their small town, bringing with it dark magic and life-changing experiences during one fateful fall.

A collection of queer horror short stories that delve into the nightmarish and the surreal.

A collection of short stories that delve into horror themes, showcasing King's mastery in crafting suspenseful and chilling narratives.

A story about friendship and the supernatural world that unfolds when a girl befriends her eerie new neighbor.

A mysterious force is killing children in a small town, and a group of skilled individuals must uncover the truth behind the disappearances.

A young girl discovers an alternate world that mirrors her own, filled with sinister secrets and a doppelgänger that wants to keep her there.

A story about a teenage girl who is suspected of having a mental illness or being possessed, exploring themes of family and fame.

A group of friends on vacation in Mexico find themselves trapped in a deadly jungle when they discover an ancient Mayan ruin and its sinister secret.

After a pandemic wipes out most of the world's population, the survivors must choose sides in a battle between good and evil, led by the benevolent Mother Abagail and the sinister Randall Flagg.

A group of children must face a malevolent entity that takes the form of a clown and preys on their fears and traumas.

A story about a man who becomes increasingly obsessed with his own beauty, leading to a moral decline and supernatural consequences.