Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
All characters reduced
7 best short stories - Ghost Stories - cover

7 best short stories - Ghost Stories

O. Henry, Lafcadio Hearn, Elizabeth Gaskell, Rudyard Kipling, M.R. James, Sheridan Le Fanu, Saki (H.H. Munro), August Nemo

Publisher: Tacet Books

  • 0
  • 1
  • 0

Summary

Welcome to the book series 7 best short stories specials, selection dedicated to a special subject, featuring works by noteworthy authors. The texts were chosen based on their relevance, renown and interest. This edition is dedicated to ghost stories.  The critic Augst Nemo brings seven tales with tormented souls that will make you shiver:  - An Authentic Narrative of a Haunted House by Sheridan le Fanu. - The Old Nurse's Story by Elizabeth Gaskell. - A Warning to the Curious by M. R. James. - Nightmare-Touch by Lafcadio Hearn. - The Furnished Room by O. Henry. - The Phantom Rickshaw by Rudyard Kipling. - The Open Window by Saki Bonus: Supernatural Horror in Literature by H. P. Lovecraft.
Available since: 05/12/2020.

Other books that might interest you

  • Rainbow Filth - cover

    Rainbow Filth

    Timo Meyer

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Rainbow Filth is a weirdo horror novella about a small cult that believes a rare psychedelic substance can physically transport them to another universe.
    Show book
  • The Dark - cover

    The Dark

    Mike DeFrench

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Two men are trapped in darkness. A shipping container, buried underground. 
    No idea who locked them in there. 
    It's been days. A week. Maybe more. 
    And then the lock opens. Something is thrown inside with them. 
    A gun. With only one bullet.
    Show book
  • Hammer to Fall - A Supernatural Thriller - cover

    Hammer to Fall - A Supernatural...

    William E. Noland

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    A grainy photograph and a cry for help begin a new descent into terror for long-separated friends Lotte Schwarz and Eric Schneider. 
    Years after high school, when they discovered an otherworldly portal and the terrifying creature called forth by that doorway, Lotte shows up unexpectedly and again throws Eric’s fragile equilibrium into chaos. 
    Beguiling as ever, she draws him, however grudgingly, back into her irresistible orbit. Another ancient threat, one even more menacing than before, beckons the unlikely pair to again confront the incomprehensible. 
    “William E. Noland has a real knack for exciting pacing and suspenseful structure in his storytelling, and that keeps this fantastic tale rolling with twists and turns to keep you hooked until the end.” ~ Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS) 
    EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a thrilling, supernatural tale of suspense in the second book of the “Uncommon Bonds” series of paranormal urban fantasies featuring mythological creatures.
    Show book
  • Spread Me - cover

    Spread Me

    Sarah Gailey

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Spread Me is a darkly seductive tale of survival from Sarah Gailey, bestselling author of Just Like Home. A routine probe at a research station turns deadly when the team discovers a strange specimen in search of a warm place to stay. "This erotic female-centered story of body horror grabs listeners into its feverish grip and doesn't let go. [Narrator Xe] Sands's subtle inflections for each member of the team give believable familiarity to the diverse cohort of researchers..." — AudioFile Kinsey has the perfect job as the team lead in a remote research outpost. She loves the isolation and the way the desert keeps temptations from the civilian world far out of reach.When her crew discovers a mysterious specimen buried deep in the sand, Kinsey breaks quarantine and brings it inside. But the longer it's there, the more her carefully controlled life begins to unravel. Temptation has found her after all, and it can't be ignored any longer.One by one, Kinsey's team realizes the thing they're studying is in search of a new host—and one of them is the perfect candidate.A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Nightfire
    Show book
  • Dracula - cover

    Dracula

    Bram Stoker

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Dracula – The Timeless Tale of Terror and Seduction 
    Step into the shadows of Gothic horror with Dracula, the legendary novel by Bram Stoker. A masterpiece of suspense, mystery, and dark romance, this chilling tale follows Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor, as he journeys to Transylvania to meet the enigmatic Count Dracula. But what begins as a simple business trip soon turns into a harrowing nightmare as Harker uncovers the true nature of his host—a vampire with an insatiable thirst for blood. 
    As Dracula sets his sights on England, a battle between good and evil unfolds, drawing in fearless vampire hunters, eerie landscapes, and unforgettable characters like the brilliant Professor Van Helsing. Will they be able to stop the Count before he spreads his curse across the world? 
    Prepare yourself for an immersive experience into one of the greatest horror stories ever written. Let the eerie atmosphere and spine-chilling suspense captivate your imagination. 
    🎧 Narrated by an AI voice, delivering a smooth and engaging listening experience.
    Show book
  • A Descent into the Maelstrom - cover

    A Descent into the Maelstrom

    Edgar Allan Poe

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Venture into the swirling abyss of fear, awe, and survival with A Descent into the Maelstrom by Edgar Allan Poe—a gripping tale of nautical horror and existential revelation from the master of gothic fiction. 
    In this haunting and philosophical short story, Poe delivers a mesmerizing account of one man’s encounter with a terrifying natural phenomenon: the legendary Maelstrom, a monstrous whirlpool off the coast of Norway. As the narrator recounts his near-death experience—being swept into the vortex along with his brothers—listeners are taken on a harrowing journey through the relentless forces of nature and the fragile psyche of a man staring into the abyss. 
    More than just a suspenseful sea story, this tale explores the boundaries of human perception, the thin line between fear and reason, and the instinct for survival in the face of overwhelming terror. Poe’s masterful prose immerses you in a world of roiling seas, towering cliffs, and psychological dread, evoking both cosmic wonder and existential despair. 
    Whether you're a lover of classic literature, a fan of horror and gothic fiction, or someone who relishes tales of maritime suspense and psychological depth, this audiobook offers a powerful listening experience. The language is poetic, the setting is vast and vivid, and the emotional journey is unforgettable. 
    Brought to life with atmospheric narration and chilling intensity, this full-length audio performance captures every nuance of Poe’s dark vision. It’s a story of being pulled into literal and metaphorical depths—a meditation on mortality, humility, and the sublime terror of nature. 
    Settle in, press play, and let yourself be drawn into the swirling horror of one of Poe’s most breathtaking and philosophical adventures.
    Show book