The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket
Edgar Allan Poe's only novel, inspired by a real shipwreck, delves into the dark and terrifying side of life at sea, exploring universal the…
100 Best Horror Novels of All Time
Explore the darkest corners of literature with this curated list of the 100 best horror novels that will keep you up at night.
The Fall of the House of Usher and Other Tales
Dive into the chilling world of Edgar Allan Poe with this collection of fourteen classic tales of mystery and terror, including the inspirat…
Gothic Tales
Elizabeth Gaskell weaves eerie tales of the supernatural, exploring the dualities in women's lives and the havoc wreaked by the unexpected.
The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories
Dive into the chilling tales of cosmic horror from H.P. Lovecraft, the master of twentieth-century terror, and discover the terrifying visio…
Collected Ghost Stories
Dive into the chilling world of M. R. James, a master of supernatural tales that have haunted readers for generations. This collection, pres…
Psycho
Marion's nightmarish stay at the Bates Motel begins with a simple wrong turn, but the horrors she encounters are far more sinister than she …
We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Two sisters live in isolation after a family tragedy, but their solitude is disrupted by a mysterious cousin who arrives with hidden motives…
The Case Against Satan
A chilling tale of exorcism and evil, this classic horror novel predates 'The Exorcist' and 'Rosemary's Baby,' exploring the battle between …
Rosemary's Baby
A chilling tale of horror and suspense that explores the dark side of human nature and the power of evil.
Carrie
Step into a world of terror as a young girl's telekinetic powers unleash a night of carnage in this classic horror novel.
Whispers
Whispers is a captivating tale that delves into the mysteries of the human mind and the power of secrets. As the characters navigate a world…
The Mask
A seemingly perfect child appears in the lives of Paul and Carol, but their dream quickly turns into a nightmare filled with terror and bloo…
The Wasp Factory
A chilling and graphic tale of a serial killer, narrated in the first-person, that will leave you questioning the nature of evil.
The Fifth Child
A chilling tale of a family's idyllic life shattered by the birth of a monstrous child, exploring societal brutality and parental instincts.
Drawing Blood
Zach, a hacker with a unique appearance, and Trevor, a comics artist haunted by his past, find love and danger in the quirky town of Missing…
Parasite Eve
A grieving doctor's obsession with reincarnation leads to a terrifying mutation that threatens humanity, inspired by the popular video game …
Uzumaki
In the fogbound town of Kurouzu-cho, a sinister spiral pattern begins to manifest, driving its residents to madness and destruction. This de…
Skin Folk
A captivating collection of short stories blending Caribbean folklore with vivid, immediate prose, featuring creatures like the soucouyant a…
The Good House
In a chilling tale of supernatural suspense, a woman delves into her inherited powers to save her town from malevolent forces, weaving a web…
Fledgling
A young amnesiac girl discovers she's a 53-year-old genetically modified vampire, uncovering a dark past and a deadly conspiracy.
Pandemonium
In a world where demons from the collective unconscious possess ordinary people, Del Pierce must navigate a dangerous quest to find a cure f…
Last Days
Kline is thrust into a dark and twisted world when he's forced to solve a murder within an underground amputation cult. A gripping tale of s…
The definition of scary varies from person to person, but what unites all lovers of horror is the thrill that these novels inspire. From ghosts and haunted houses to serial killers and cosmic horrors, this list delves into the most chilling and terrifying stories ever written. Whether you're a fan of classic gothic tales, modern psychological thrillers, or supernatural mysteries, there's something here to send shivers down your spine. Each book on this list has been carefully selected for its ability to evoke fear, suspense, and a deep sense of unease. From Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to modern masterpieces like Joe Hill's NOS4A2, these novels represent the best of the horror genre. So, if you're ready to face your fears and dive into the darkest recesses of the human imagination, this list is the perfect place to start. Happy reading!