Download or read book Creepy Islands written by Dinah Williams and published by Bearport Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most people, islands are a place to spend a relaxing vacation. Tourists often visit these beautiful locations to enjoy warm sandy beaches and rest by gentle ocean waves. Yet what if instead of sand and sun, an island is full of ghosts and other spooky creatures lurking in the shadows. Among the 11 creepy islands in this book, children will discover a ghostly pirate who continues to look for the gold he buried hundreds of years ago, a lighthouse keeper who haunts the building where he once worked, and a small island where all of the inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. The creepy photographs and chilling nonfiction text will keep children turning the pages to discover more spooky stories.
Download or read book The Haunted Island written by Edward Harold Visiak and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Eerie Quad Cities written by Michael McCarty & John Brassard Jr. and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2021 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like the mighty Mississippi River that cleaves the Quad Cities, the region's history can trap the unwary in some unexpected eddies. Peer through the fog of the past to catch a glimpse of the Tinsmith Ghost of Rock Island or the river serpent with a price on its head. Get the back story on the Banshee of Brady Street, read the 1869 report on a Bigfoot sighting near East Davenport and run the numbers on local UFO activity. From phantom footsteps in the Renwick Mansion to a mausoleum heist in Chippiannock Cemetery, Michael McCarty and John Brassard Jr. trace a path through the shadowy heritage of the Quad Cities. Show Less
Download or read book HPI Conquering Our Fears written by Paul Dale Roberts & Deanna Jaxine Stinson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-11-24 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cover is done by artist Thomas Ahearn and depicts The Demon Warrior aka Paul Dale Roberts, The Spider Goddess aka Deanna Jaxine Stinson and Hoppy in Istanbul, Turkey. In this book get tidbits on haunting activities in Istanbul and get the scoop on our local haunting investigations! The back cover depicts a photo of Deanna with Zak Bagans of the Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures!
Download or read book Haunted Histories in America written by Nancy Hendricks and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you believe in ghosts, you're in good company. Haunted Histories brings America's most ghostly locales to life, illuminating their role in shaping U.S. history and detailing how they became the nation's most feared places. Haunted Histories takes readers on a state-by-state journey across the United States, exploring the nation's most feared places. Along the way, the text introduces readers to new ghostly tales and takes a fresh look at familiar stories and locations, with an eye to history. From well-known spooky spots like Salem, Massachusetts, to such lesser-known ones as the Shanghai Tunnels of Portland, Oregon, where spirits are supposedly trapped, readers will discover not only where America's most haunted places are but also why they are said to be haunted. The ghosts of the doomed Donner Party allow readers to experience the arduous and often deadly journey of America's westward wagon trains, while different kinds of "spirits" haunting old distilleries allow readers to discover how whiskey almost derailed the new American nation before it was born. This book can be studied for academic purposes as a historical reference, used as a source for classroom assignments, or simply read for the pleasure of a great story.
Download or read book Fog Island A terrifying thriller set in a modern day cult Fog Island Trilogy Book 1 written by Mariette Lindstein and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2019-01-24 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You don’t choose them. They choose you. ‘Tense and atmospheric’ Lisa Hall ‘Chillingly authentic’ Guardian THE THRILLING SEQUEL SHADOW OF FOG ISLAND IS AVAILABLE NOW!
Download or read book The Power of Darkness 560 Supernatural Thrillers Macabre Tales Eerie Mysteries written by Wilhelm Hauff and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-01 with total page 13820 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Power of Darkness: 560+ Supernatural Thrillers, Macabre Tales & Eerie Mysteries is a formidable anthology that charts the shadows and intricacies of the human psyche across epochs, geographies, and literary styles. This collection traverses the eerie corridors of Gothic horrors, delves into the enigmatic depths of psychological thrillers, and ventures into the heart of cosmic mysteries, showcasing the rich tapestry of humanity's confrontation with the unknown and the supernatural. The diversity of the narratives, from the haunting isolation of a ghost story to the complex intricacies of a mystery unwinding in a seemingly mundane setting, highlights the anthology's remarkable scope. Standout pieces within the collection push the boundaries of the genre, offering fresh perspectives on fear, the uncanny, and the struggle between light and darkness, without being tethered to a single authorial voice. The contributing authors and editors, ranging from literary giants like Edgar Allan Poe and Charlotte Brontë to lesser-known figures who have carved deep impressions in the realms of the supernatural and the surreal, bring a multiplicity of cultural backgrounds, philosophical insights, and narrative techniques. Their collective works, enriched by historical contexts and cultural influences, illustrate the evolution of supernatural and mystery literature through time, uncovering how societal fears and aspirations have been projected onto the canvas of the unknown. This anthology not only serves as a confluence of varied literary movements but also as a dialogue between generations of storytellers, weaving together a complex web of thematic explorations that transcend temporal and geographical boundaries. The Power of Darkness is an essential compendium for readers eager to explore the labyrinthine depths of supernatural fiction. Offering not merely tales of intrigue and horror but a nuanced window into the human condition through the lens of the eerie and the macabre, this anthology invites readers on a journey through the specters of the collective human imagination. It is recommended for its educational value, the breadth of insights into the evolution of literary horror and mystery, and the rich dialogue it fosters between the myriad authors interpretations of darkness and light. Delve into this collection to experience the full spectrum of night's power to both terrify and enlighten.
Download or read book Creepy Islands written by Dinah J. Williams and published by Scary Places. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most people, islands are a place to spend a relaxing vacation. Tourists often visit these beautiful locations to enjoy warm sandy beaches and rest by gentle ocean waves. Yet what if instead of sand and sun, an island is full of ghosts and other spooky creatures lurking in the shadows. Among the 11 creepy islands in this book, children will discover a ghostly pirate who continues to look for the gold he buried hundreds of years ago, a lighthouse keeper who haunts the building where he once worked, and a small island where all of the inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. The creepy photographs and chilling nonfiction text will keep children turning the pages to discover more spooky stories.
Download or read book Haunted Charleston written by Sara Pitzer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-07-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Among South Carolina's many treasures is Charleston, a city of rich history. Since the first British colonists established Charles Towne in 1670, this city has been a study in contradictions – a beautiful coastal environment, magnificent architecture, and sometimes unspeakable cruelty. Haunted Charleston, a collection of stories of ghosts, mysteries, and paranormal happenings in the Holy City, will leave readers frightened and fascinated. Haunted Charleston includes twenty-five stories from the Ghosts at Dock Street Theater to the Haunted Graveyards, that will send chills up the spines of even the most daring ghosthunters. Each story includes notes on historical significance and local lore and readers will discover just how haunted and spooky this city is. A bibliography, a resources list of contact information to visit the haunted sites, and a brief “Ghost Hunter’s Guide” for the region or city, are also included, giving readers the resources to explore the haunted areas for themselves.
Download or read book Haunted Hollywood written by Dinah Williams and published by Bearport Publishing. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the filmmaking capital of the world, Hollywood has produced lots of scary movies. Ghosts, monsters, and mummies from its studios have made unforgettable on-screen appearances. Yet what if this world-famous spot in southern California is itself haunted by ghosts? What if some of Hollywood’s most famous residents cannot bring themselves to leave the limelight? In Haunted Hollywood, children visit 11 of Tinseltown’s spookiest sights and meet its most legendary ghosts. Among them are an aspiring but unlucky actress who haunts the Hollywood sign, a horror-movie actor who is still seen on his old set, and a world-famous magician who seems to have escaped death. The haunting photographs and chilling nonfiction text will keep children turning the pages to discover more spooky stories.
Download or read book Apparition Island written by Jenifer LeClair and published by . This book was released on 2015-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A chilling tale of murder unfolds during a fierce September hurricane on the Maine coast in this haunting story of two deaths mysteriously bound together by the long reach of time. As Hurricane Ivan bears down on the coast, the crew of the Maine Wind retrieves the body of a young woman from the sea. Who is she and how did she die? The search for the woman's identity thrusts Homicide Detective Brie Beaumont into an investigation on Apparition Island in the aftermath of the violent storm. A verdict of undetermined death begs the question: Was this an accidental drowning: did Claire Whitehall commit suicide, or was she murdered? As a baffling investigation unfolds, Brie is drawn back into a decades old cold case--one that has cast its shadow into the present, where she could become its next victim"--Page [4] of cover.
Download or read book SINISTER OMENS 560 Supernatural Thrillers Macabre Tales Eerie Mysteries written by Wilhelm Hauff and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 13819 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SINISTER OMENS: 560+ Supernatural Thrillers, Macabre Tales & Eerie Mysteries stands as a monumental anthology that weaves together the intricate threads of horror, the paranormal, and the uncanny from the pens of some of literature's most celebrated authors. The collection showcases an unparalleled diversity in storytelling, ranging from Gothic classics to psychological thrillers, each piece a mosaic tile in the vast and shadowy tapestry of the genre. This anthology not only highlights key works from renowned figures but also serves to contextualize the evolution of supernatural and macabre themes across different literary periods, making it an essential compendium for both aficionados and scholars of the eerie and the unsettling. The contributing authors, a veritable who's who of literary titans and dark fiction connoisseurs, bring a rich tableau of cultural and historical backgrounds to the anthology, enveloping readers in a panorama of horror that spans continents and centuries. From the psychological depths explored by Henry James to the cosmic horrors of H.P. Lovecraft, and the societal critiques embedded in Mary Shelley's works, these authors collectively contribute to the anthology's thematic core. Their stories, while diverse in setting and approach, all orbit around the central nexus of fear, mystery, and the supernatural, demonstrating the universal and timeless nature of these themes. SINISTER OMENS offers readers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a compendium that spans the spectrum of horror and mystery. It is a treasure trove for those wishing to delve deeper into the labyrinthine corridors of the supernatural genre, offering a kaleidoscopic view of its evolution and the myriad ways in which fear can be invoked. This anthology is not merely a collection of stories; it is an educational journey, a testament to the enduring power of the macabre to fascinate and terrify, and an invitation to explore the depths of our collective psyche through the lens of literature's most unnerving tales.
Download or read book Creepy Florida Phantom Pirates the Hog Island Witch the Demented Doctor at the Don Vicente and More written by Mark Muncy and Kari Schultz and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2019 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The sweltering heat of the Florida sun breaks as a chill runs down your spine. A dark shadow looms from a nearby tourist trap--you didn't expect to find this kind of shade in Florida. Check in at The Biltmore in Coral Gables to spot the ghost of slain Fatty Walsh roaming the thirteenth floor. Sit down for a meal with the spirit of Ethel Allen at Ashley's Restaurant in Rockledge. Visit haunted graveyards, museums, parks and battlefields. Hear macabre stories of spectral pirates, gangsters, witches and madmen. From phantasmagoric packs of Madam McCoy's girls in Pensacola to the ghostly clacking of Hemingway's typewriter in the Keys, Mark Muncy and Kari Schultz lead brave readers along Florida's border with the great beyond."--Page [4] of cover.
Download or read book Nick West and the Curse of Haunted Island written by Jerry Fogarty and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2008-02 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nick West is an archeologist by profession, but when the fate of the world and the life of his sister are at stake, everything changes. Two hundred years ago a pirate ship crashed into an island off the northern coast of Florida and when all on board perished the island enacted its curse: when someone dies on the island they must inhabit the island eternally in skeleton form. Nick's sister and a group of her friends travel to the uninhabited and forbidden island in search of a peaceful Halloween night, and to prove once and for all that the island is not cursed. While on the island, pirate skeletons kidnap Nick's sister and plan totake over the world by using a magic scepter that they posses. Will the pirate skeletons succeed in taking over the world? Can Nick get to the island in time to save his sister and the world? Only time will tell.
Download or read book Islands Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1999-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Haunted Island written by Edward Harold Visiak and published by . This book was released on 1946 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Creepy Archives Volume 22 written by Various and published by Dark Horse Comics. This book was released on 2015-09-29 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mechanized weapons of hominid destruction, murderous swamp beasts, ravenous alien hybrids, and other bizarre monsters hunt for careless humans in Creepy Archives Volume 22, which collects issues #104 through #107 of Warren Publishing's infamous horror anthology! This era of Creepy finds the original magazines hitting themes such as deadly robots, classic horror creatures, sword and sorcery, and sci-fi terrors! This beautiful hardcover also features timeless tales by titans Russ Heath, John Severin, Len Wein, Bruce Jones, Larry Hama, Jim Starlin, Terry Austin, Alfredo Alcala, and many others--as well as all original fan pages and letters columns!
