Folklore Ghosts

Ghost Stories of the Appalachian Trail: 30 Chilling Tales of Real Hauntings and Legends The Appalachian Trail winds through some of America's most rugged and mysterious wilderness — and not everything lurking in the woods can be explained. In this spine-tingling collection, explore 30 short stories inspired by real events, ghostly encounters, and chilling Appalachian folklore. From vanished hikers and phantom lights to haunted hollows and ancient curses, each story will leave you wondering what's hiding just beyond the next bend in the trail. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or ...

The air hangs heavy in the Deep South, thick with the perfume of magnolia and the stench of the grave. In the murky waters of the bayou and the decaying halls of forgotten plantations, the past is never truly past. It waits, patient and hungry. This chilling anthology of fifteen unsettling tales will drag you into a world of Southern Gothic dread. Witness a desperate fisherman follow a spectral bride into the heart of the swamp, where the only treasure is a tomb. Listen to a voodoo drumbeat that is not a drum at all, but a parasitic heart that feeds on the unwary. Stand vigil on a haunted ...

What if the local legends were true? What if the whispers from the past never faded? In the quiet corners of New England, where history holds a grudge, some stories are best left untold. From a lonely Vermont trail where a mysterious lantern lures hikers to their doom, to a historic Salem house where a 17th-century diary is not a journal but a trap, this collection unearths the terrifying truths behind the region’s most unsettling folklore. Venture to a salt-scoured lighthouse on the coast of Maine where the dead keeper still stands watch, walk the silent grounds of a Harvard graveyard ...

Weird but True Stories from Norwegian Myth and Folklore: Bizarre, Shocking, and Unbelievable Tales from the Land of the Midnight Sun takes readers on a haunting and unforgettable journey through one of the most unique storytelling traditions in the world. From the eerie fiddle songs of the water-dwelling nøkk to the undead draugr guarding Viking tombs, and from seductive forest spirits with hidden tails to the serpent of Lake Seljord, this collection uncovers ten chilling and true tales drawn from authentic Norwegian folklore. Rooted in real locations and passed down through centuries of ...

Step into the haunted past of the Appalachian Mountains. The Appalachian Trail is a place of natural beauty—but also of unexplained horrors. For centuries, travelers have reported eerie whispers in the fog, shadowy figures between the trees, and chilling encounters with spirits that refuse to rest. In this collection, 15 terrifying true ghost stories are brought to life through immersive, narrative-driven retellings. From legendary haunted cabins to mysterious vanishings and encounters with vengeful spirits, these chilling tales will make you think twice before stepping into the woods at ...

From critically acclaimed author Troy Onyango comes a dark, suspenseful tale of spirits bearing witness to a crime that rocks an island community, based on the Luo legend of the water people.

In the chilling follow-up to Southern Ghost Stories: Tennessee Tales, Tennessee Tales Two delves even deeper into the Volunteer State's spine-tingling hauntings and rich folklore. This volume takes readers on a haunting journey through Tennessee’s eerie folklore, ghost stories, and legends, blending history with the supernatural in tales that defy belief. Explore haunted campuses across the state, where ghostly apparitions and unsettling legends linger. Discover ghost stories from the University of the South in Sewanee, East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, and Cumberland ...

Aurelia George was prepared to let the world believe she was dead. Tangled in the arms of her mountain men and bound only by the rules they make, the twice disgraced pop star had found her happily ever after. Or so she thought. The only thing surprising about learning her uncle wants her dead is...

From bestselling author B.B. Reid comes a wicked retelling of your favorite fairytale. America’s sweetheart has been canceled. From teen star to international phenom to the biggest celebrity in the world, Aurelia George has suddenly found herself on the other side of adoration. The public...

Acclaimed author Maxine Hong Kingston’s The Woman Warrior broke new ground when it was first published 35 years ago, weaving autobiography, history, folklore, and fantasy in to a candid and revelatory story about the daughter of Chinese immigrants in mid-20th century California.

'A thought-provoking, rage-inducing revenge tale that is hard to forget' Asia Mackay, author of A Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage 'Brutal and unflinching...You won't be able to look away as this book cuts you to pieces.' Kylie Lee Baker, author of Bat Eater 'Combining feminist fury with...

Alicia McCarthy is traveling to the isolated cliffs of Valentia Island for her wedding. It is supposed to be a celebration of her heritage and a reunion for her sprawling family. But the stone cottages they rented sit on ancient ground, and the weather is closing in. The first night, the storm brings the rain. The second night, the storm brings the wail. A sound like nothing human is circling the cottages, pressing against the walls, and calling out to them. Alicia's father always told her that changing her name at the altar would sever her from the old family debts. He was wrong. Blood ...

The HOTLY ANTICIPATED adult debut novel by the beloved, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING author of the Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart series. This audiobook is read by Tony Award–winning actress Sutton Foster “Foster’s evocative and consistent tone throws the reader a lifeline amid a...

Weird but True Stories from Scottish History: Bizarre, Shocking, and Unbelievable Tales from the Highlands to the Lowlands explores the strangest real events ever recorded in Scotland’s long and complex past. From cannibal clans and prophetic Highland seers to haunted castles, body-snatching murderers, and a legendary whisky heist, this book uncovers the weirdest episodes in Scottish history—stories that sound like fiction but are entirely true or historically accepted. Perfect for fans of unsolved mysteries, folklore with facts, and dark true history, each chapter reveals a strange and...

Goodreads Editor’s Pick * Town & Country Best Book of Fall * Ms. Magazine Best Book * Most Anticipated: Autostraddle & Literary Hub * A Favorite Queer Book of 2025 from Book Riot "A favorite read of the year. The Salvage is a journey both eerie and inspiring to embark on.” —Chicago Review...

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Eleanor Matsuura, known for AMC's The Walking Dead and Spooks. This definitive recording includes an Introduction by Paul Murray. In this collection of classic ghost stories from Japan, beautiful princesses turn out to be frogs...

SOME LEGENDS REFUSE TO BE ARCHIVED. THEY PREFER TO BE FED. In the neon-soaked heart of Shinjuku, a digital ghost is screaming. And it’s using Catherine’s voice. Catherine Duval came to Tokyo to preserve the past, not to be consumed by it. As an archivist, her world is defined by white gloves and high-resolution scans. But when she begins digitizing restricted woodcuts of the Karasu-Tengu, the screen flickers. A glitch overlays the monster’s predatory anatomy onto her own reflection, and suddenly, the line between flesh and folklore dissolves. This is not the Japan of travel brochures....

Along the Mississippi River, the past refuses to rest. From Minnesota’s fog-covered bluffs to the haunted riverfronts of Louisiana, the Mississippi flows not only with water, but with memory, tragedy, and restless spirits. In River of Ghosts, bestselling author Robert Turek (Haunted Quincy) takes readers on a chilling journey through one of America’s most haunted regions. Step inside Victorian mansions where maids and soldiers still walk the halls. Wander through river towns scarred by war, scandal, and sorrow. Hear the echoes of steamboat disasters, Civil War battles, and tragedies ...

"50 States, 50 Mysteries" is the ultimate travel guide for mystery enthusiasts, featuring unexplained phenomena, haunted places, true crime stories, and more from every corner of America. Take a journey through the country and explore the local legends and unsolved mysteries that make each state unique. Embark on a road trip like no other as you explore the paranormal activity and ghost stories that surround mysterious places and secret locations across the country. From strange occurrences to infamous crimes, this book has it all, providing a mix of true crime, folklore, and regional ...

Every city has a story. Some will chill you long after the last page. From the neon glow of Las Vegas to the haunted tunnels beneath New York, America hides dark secrets in every skyline. This gripping anthology dives into 50 terrifying urban legends, each rooted in real locations, whispered folklore, and chilling mysteries that refuse to stay buried. 👻 Inside, you’ll discover: • Ghostly apparitions roaming iconic landmarks • Cursed objects and sinister doppelgängers • Unexplainable creatures lurking in lakes and alleyways • Vanished souls who demand to be remembered • ...