Nonfiction Monsters

Growling engines, huge tires, and daring drivers all come together in a monster truck show. These giant trucks may weigh five tons and be 10 feet tall, but they can pull off some high-flying stunts. From high wheelies to one-on-one races, find out how these ground-shaking trucks impress audiences everywhere.

OVER 400 PAGES OF ENCOUNTERS WITH THE SCARIEST MONSTERS AND CRYPTIDS KNOWN! In, The Mega Monster Book: Volume 4, Ethan Hayes continues to explore the fascinating world of cryptids with an emphasis on the eerie and the unexplained. This installment details stories and encounters about, reptilian creatures, the terrifying Skinwalker, the grotesque rakes that crawl on all fours, and supernatural demons, to name a few. Each story is a thrilling firsthand account from the eyewitnesses themselves. Hayes masterfully brings these enigmatic beings to life, offering readers a journey into the heart ...

In the nonfiction tradition of John Berendt and Erik Larson, the author of the #1 NYT bestseller The Lost City of the Monkey God presents a gripping account of crime and punishment in the lush hills surrounding Florence as he seeks to uncover one of the most infamous figures in Italian history...

For Rich Cohen and millions of other fans, the 1985 Chicago Bears were more than a football team: they were the greatest football team ever - a gang of colorful nuts, dancing and pounding their way to victory. They won a Super Bowl and saved a city. It was not just that the Monsters of the Midway won but how they did it....

Bloodthirsty: Inside the Secret History of Vampires, Death, and Desire They have walked beside us for centuries — in tombs, in myths, in laboratories, and now in the digital veins of our modern world. In this chilling, beautifully written work of investigative nonfiction, bestselling true-crime historian Miles Donovan uncovers the real story behind humanity’s most enduring predator: the vampire. The Myth That Refused to Die Long before Bram Stoker’s Dracula haunted Victorian London, tales of blood drinkers had already seeped through ancient Mesopotamia, Greece, Egypt, and the fog-...

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK NATIONAL BESTSELLER A timely, passionate, provocative, blisteringly smart interrogation of how we make and experience art in the age of cancel culture, and of the link between genius and monstrosity. Can we love the work of controversial classic and...

Dragons that breathe fire. Mermaids singing sailors to their doom. Giants stomping across mountains. Vampires lurking in the dark. For thousands of years, humans have imagined creatures that are powerful, terrifying, and completely unforgettable. But where did these monsters come from — and what real-life animals, fossils, or fears inspired them? Creatures & Monsters — What’s Fact, What’s Fiction uncovers the truth behind the world’s most legendary beasts. From deep-sea “krakens” to forest-dwelling “bigfoot,” this book explores how myths grow, why people believe in ...

Over 450 pages of thrilling Bigfoot and Sasquatch encounters! The Big Bigfoot Book: Volume 5 is a captivating anthology of 100 Bigfoot encounter stories drawn from my book series, I Saw Bigfoot, Encounters in the Woods, and Encounters Bigfoot. This collection brings together the most intriguing and persuasive eyewitness accounts of meetings with the elusive creature known as Bigfoot, spanning various rugged and remote regions of North America. Each narrative offers a vivid exploration of this legendary figure, blending mystery, fear, and fascination to challenge our perceptions of the known...

North America is a land rich with history and folklore, where the echoes of heroes and patriots blend with tales of the unknown. But beyond the familiar narratives lies a shadowy realm of mystery. This book unveils spine-tingling stories of legendary creatures, ghostly apparitions, UFO sightings, and unexplainable phenomena that stretch across the continent. In Legends, Myths, Monsters, & Ghosts: North American Edition, author George Lunsford takes readers on a thrilling expedition into the heart of North American folklore. With exhaustive research and vivid storytelling, Lunsford has ...

The book chronicles the life, murders and arrests committed by 3 serial killers 1 In 1976, Frank Vercauteren killed Arlene Boland, the daughter of Salem Police Officer Don Boland. He was arrested within a week, and convicted. However, he escaped and was not located for 10 years. This chronicles his arrest and the 10-year search for him 2 Albert DeSalvo the self-confessed Boston Strangler who terrorized the city of Boston for 2 years. He killed 13 victims, or did he? 3 The Gainesville Ripper who killed 5 college students in Florida within 3 days. One screenwriter was so fascinated with this ...

As the daughter of Dracula, you would think I’d be born the perfect monster. You couldn’t be more wrong. As far as monsters go, I’m a screw up—if I’m not tripping over my own feet, I’m accidentally murdering someone (it’s a real issue, guys). Left with no choice, Dad decides to send me to Prodigium—otherwise known as Monster Academy—to train me on how to be a better monster. When bodies turn up on campus, I’m the prime suspect (not that I can blame them).

What happens when the most terrifying night of the year is real? After a two-year silence, bestselling author Ben Oakley is back with his most haunting collection yet. The Bizarre True Crime series returns with its long-awaited Halloween Edition, a terrifying anthology dedicated to the real-life monsters who use the shadows of All Hallows Eve as their personal hunting ground. Inside, you will find twenty chilling true crime cases, each one unfolding during the chaos, costumes, and creeping darkness of Halloween. Uncover stories of modern-day vampires, cunning serial killers, and baffling ...

★ Norse Mythology for Kids ★Step into the thrilling world of Norse mythology — gods, monsters, and epic adventures await! Travel to the land of Vikings, gods, and legendary heroes, where Asgard towers above the mortal world, giants roam the earth, and every story is packed with action, magic, and excitement. Perfect for kids and tweens, this book brings ancient Norse myths to life with fun storytelling, vivid illustrations, and jaw-dropping facts. 👉 Meet the mighty gods and fearless heroes: ✅ Odin – the All-Father, wise ruler of Asgard ✅ Thor – thunder god with his ...

The forest holds many mysteries, both terrifying and unexplained. Mysteries in the Forest is an anthology series by bestselling author Erik Lake, known for his works like Things in the Woods and Beyond the Path. This series delves into true personal encounters experienced by individuals in woods and forests, exploring a range of mysterious and often terrifying entities. Each episode focuses on a different creature or phenomenon, ranging from widely known cryptids like Bigfoot and the Dogman, to more obscure and chilling entities like skinwalkers and demons. Through gripping narratives and ...

Over 400 pages of thrilling Bigfoot and Sasquatch encounters! The Big Bigfoot Book: Volume 4 is a captivating anthology of 100 Bigfoot encounter stories drawn from my book series, I Saw Bigfoot and Encounters Bigfoot. This collection brings together the most intriguing and persuasive eyewitness accounts of meetings with the elusive creature known as Bigfoot, spanning various rugged and remote regions of North America. Each narrative offers a vivid exploration of this legendary figure, blending mystery, fear, and fascination to challenge our perceptions of the known world. Perfect for both ...

Explore North Carolina's eerie folklore with W.J. Brendle, Ph.D., in this captivating study of the state's cryptids and supernatural beings. From ancient Native legends to modern sightings, uncover tales of the Judaculla, a Cherokee giant; Lorelei, the French Broad River siren; and the Beast of Bladenboro, a vampire-like creature. Meet Dogman, Bigfoot's cousin Knobby, the Wampus Cat, and Normie, the Lake Norman monster. Blending history, mythology, firsthand accounts, and cryptozoological intrigue, this book invites readers to ponder the mystery and cultural significance of these legends ...

Heidi Waters, CEO of billion-dollar startup Vitality+, is all the rage in Silicon Valley. Her company’s promises to roll out a neurochemical cure for caffeine-related anxiety are set to change the game, a godsend for anyone who’s ever got the jitters from upsizing their morning coffee order. There’s just one problem. There is no cure. The product doesn’t work.

Every year across the United States, there are individuals whose passions defy simple description. Some call them researchers, others investigators, but their relentless pursuit of the unknown ignites imaginations and leaves many bewildered. Could monsters truly exist? Are the creatures that lurk in our nightmares and darkest fears roaming the earth—perhaps even living closer than we dare to believe? In this thrilling journey, renowned cryptopunkologist Kenney W. Irish, author of American Cryptids: In Pursuit of the Elusive Creatures and International Cryptids and Legends, once again ...

For Zeb Hogan, bigger is better - especially when it comes to fish. From sawfish to alligator gars to giant stingrays, Zeb's on a mission to save the world's freshwater giants. In this cool Chapter book, you'll join Zeb on amazing - and true - adventures with supersize swimmers.

The Conjuring meets The Vow! This terrifying audiobook tells the story of a girl, a dark angel, and the cult hellbent on taking over her small, coastal town. Vera Martinez wants nothing more than to escape Roaring Creek and her parents' reputation as demonologists. Not to mention she's the...