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Hauntings: Tales of the Supernatural


Henry MazzeoRobert Aickman - 1968
    The Lonesome Place by August Derleth c. 1947 by All-Fiction Field, Inc. and c. 1962 by August Derleth. Reprinted by permission of Arkham House.2. In The Vault by H. P. Lovecraft c. 1932 by Popular Fiction Publishing Company, c. 1939, 1945 by August Derleth and Donald Wondrei; c. 1963 by August Derleth. Reprinted by permission of Arkham House.3. The Man Who Collected Poe by Robert Bloch, c. 1951 by Popular Publications, Inc. Reprinted by permission of the author's agent, Harry Altshuler.4. Where Angels Fear by Manly Wade Wellman, from "Unknown". Copyright 1939 by Street & Smith Publications, Inc.; c. renewed 1967 by The Conde Nast Publications, Inc. Reprinted by permission of The Conde Nast Publications, Inc.5. Lot No. 249 by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle from "The Conan Doyle Stories". Reprinted by permission of the Trustees of the Estate of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and John Murray, Ltd.6. The Haunted Doll's House by M. R. James from "The Collected Ghost Stories of M. R. James" by Montagne Rhodes James. Reprinted by permission of Edward Arnold (Publishers) Ltd.7. The Open Door by Mrs. Oliphant8. Thus I Refute Beelzy by John Collier from "Fancies and Goodnights". Copyright 1940 by John Collier. Reprinted by permission of the Harold Matson Company.9. Levitation from "Nine Horrors and a Dream" by Joseph Payne Brennen. Copyright 1958 by Joseph Payne Brennen. Reprinted by permission of Arkham House.10. The Ghostly Rental by Henry James11. The Face by E. F. Benson from "Spook Stories". Reprinted by permission of Reverend K. S. P. McDowall.12. The Whistling Room by William Hope Hodgson. Copyright 1947 by August Derleth. Reprinted by permission of Arkham House.13. The Grey Ones by J. B. Priestley. Reprinted by permission of A. D. Peters & Co.14. The Stolen Body by H. G. Wells. Reprinted by permission of Collins-Knowlton-Wing, Inc.15. The Red Lodge from "They Return at Evening" by H. Russell Wakefield. Copyright 1928 by D. Appleton and Company. Reprinted by permission of Appleton-Century, affiliate of Meredith Press.16. The Visiting Star from "Powers of Darkness" by Robert Aickman. Copyright 1966 by Robert Aickman. Reprinted by permission of William Collins & Sons, Ltd.17. Midnight Express by Alfred Noyes. Reprinted by permission of Hugh Noyes.

Cozy Christmas Murder: An "Authors of Summer Prescott Books" Boxed Set


Summer Prescott - 2017
    Hunter Windswept Snows by Donna Walo Clancy Colorado Christmas Killer by Jenna St. James Death the Halls by Karoline Barrett Carols and Killers by Patti Benning Christmas Reunion Killer by Summer Prescott

A Summer of Fear: A True Haunting in New England (True Hauntings Book 2)


Rebecca Patrick-Howard - 2014
    She figured she’d be able to build up her savings, explore the local area, and bide her time until graduate school started in the fall. She didn’t count on the isolation, loneliness, and horror that awaited her in the two-hundred year old farm house, however. For at least a month, before the rest of the staff arrived, she’d be alone in the mountains without a soul for miles. With no telephone or form of communication to the outside world at night, she’s understandably nervous. But,as it turned out, Rebecca was NOT alone after all. Someone or something knew she was there. It watched her, listened to her, and waited. Was it trying to run or off, or was it trying to make her stay? What happened in the farm house? Was she losing her mind? One thing was for sure: This was a job she would never forget.

Isis


Douglas Clegg - 2006
    “Never go in, miss. Never say a prayer at its door. If you are angry, do not seek revenge by the Laughing Maiden stone or at the threshold of the Tombs. There be those who listen for oaths and vows….What may be said in innocence becomes flesh and blood in such places.”She was born Iris Catherine Villiers. She became Isis.From childhood until her sixteenth year, Iris Villiers wandered the stone-hedged gardens and the steep cliffs along the coast of Cornwall near her ancestral home. Surrounded by the stern judgments of her grandfather—the Gray Minister—and the taunts of her cruel governess, Iris finds solace in her beloved older brother who has always protected her. But when a tragic accident occurs from the ledge of an open window, Iris discovers that she possesses the ability to speak to the dead...Be careful what you wish for…it just may find you.

Reiko - A Japanese Ghost Story


James Avonleigh - 2012
    In the remote village of Izumi five high school friends died within the space of a fortnight.The circumstances were never explained. Four years later a British paranormal researcher travels to Izumi in an attempt to unravel the mystery. There he encounters much more than culture shock. He encounters the dark side of Japanese culture – the side they don't talk about in guidebooks. He encounters Reiko.

Hell (The Revelation Chronicles)


John Prescott - 2012
    Earth has not seen such death. Pray for the lost, Roxi. We’re about to see such darkness…”HELLIt has been three years since the trumpet sounded and the seals were broken. The Tribulation continues: those left behind after the Rapture will have their faith tested and their souls shattered: for the worst is yet to come…The vampire of the Vatican continues to rest in St Peter’s grave…the Beast of the Abyss, Apollyon, has been unleashed unto the world, bringing fire, venom and death to unbelievers and faithful alike…and Samouel Gallo, the second Father of Lies, has destroyed the seeds of revolt within his New World Church and consolidated his power. Now, he is unstoppable…“Hell reigns, but here, the people persevere…”There is hope: in Jerusalem, two ancient mystics defy the Antichrist with the plagues of Egypt…and in the mountain fastness of Colorado, the members of the JSCS embark on a desperate quest to take the fight to Samouel Gallo in the corrupted Vatican…a battle that will only be possible if they can find the Spear of Destiny…But a traitor in their group threatens all. An attack is coming that may well devastate the rebels and threaten the last human challenge to the Antichrist…“I will let you have your day. Your time is coming, and you will fall.”…and the Tribulation will be without end. HELL will be eternal.

Witch of the Water


B.B. Griffith - 2017
    His son, Rowan, will follow in his footsteps, just like Matthew followed in the footsteps of his father before him. Soon, Matthew will have to share with Rowan the dark secret that their family keeps. The lighthouses must always shine at night because their light does much more than guide ships safely in…it also keeps a terrible evil out. When the storm of the century puts the lighthouses in danger, Rowan finds himself following in his father’s footsteps sooner than he thought, where he’ll come face to face with the greatest fear he’s ever known. The Witch of the Water.

Gothic Short Stories


David BlairMary E. Wilkins Freeman - 2002
    Some of these stories are lost masterpieces and several have never been anthologised before.

House of Fear


Jonathan OliverJonathan Green - 2011
    The wind whistling through the eves, carrying the voices of the dead. The figure glimpsed briefly through the cracked window of a derelict house. Editor Jonathan Oliver brings horror home with a collection of haunted house stories by some of the finest writers working in the horror genre, including Joe R. Lansdale, Sarah Pinborough, Lisa Tuttle, Christopher Priest, Adam L. G. Nevill, Nicholas Royle, Chaz Brenchley, Christopher Fowler, Gary Kilworth, Weston Ochse, Eric Brown, Tim Lebbon, Nina Allan, Stephen Volk, Paul Meloy and more.

The Collected Strange Stories Of Robert Aickman: I


Robert Aickman - 1999
    Jacket by Steven Stapleton.Co-produced with Durtro. 500 copies printed.(Out of print).Contents: -a quote from Stenbock-Robert Aickman: An Appreciation, by David Tibet-An Essay by Robert Aickman-Remembering Robert, by Ramsey Campbell-The Trains/ The Insufficient Answer/ The View/ The School Friend/ Ringing the Changes/ Choice of Weapons/ The Waiting Room/ Bind Your Hair/ Your Tiny Hand is Frozen/ My Poor Friend/ The Visiting Star/ Larger Than Oneself/ A Roman Question/ The Wine-Dark Sea/ Ravissante/ The Inner Room/ Never Visit Venice/ The Unsettled Dust/ The Houses of the Russians/ No Stronger Than a Flower/ The Cicerones/ Into the Wood. ..with Volume II, not sold separately.Note: An addendum was produced for the volumes.

Accidentally Yours


Samantha Bayarr - 2017
     Mia Fletcher is a mousy, nerdy, school teacher who is once again dateless for Valentine's Day. At the prompting from her co-worker, she agrees to ditch her cliché life, put on a party dress, and head for the Valentine Blind-Date Ball at the country club. What she didn't agree to when she signed on was meeting the very infuriating Chad Belmont. Willing to do anything to get out of a family obligation, Chad tells his friend he plans to marry the next woman he meets, and his friend takes him up on that dare until a simply party-game glitch gives them both more than they bargained for.

The Hundred and Ninety-Nine Steps


Michel Faber - 2001
    What she finds is a mystery involving a long-hidden murder.

Ghost Stories


Henry James - 1898
    Henry James was arguably the greatest practitioner of what has been called the psychological ghost story. His stories explore the region which lies between the supernatural or straightforwardly marvellous and the darker areas of the human psyche. This edition includes all ten of his ghost stories, and as such is the fullest collection currently available. The stories range widely in tone and type. They include 'The Jolly Corner', a compelling story of psychological doubling; 'Owen Wingrave', which is also a subtle parable of military tradition; 'The Friends of the Friends', a strange story of uncanny love; and 'The Private Life', which finds a shrewd, high comedy in its ghostly theme. The volume also includes James's great novella The Turn of the Screw , perhaps the most ambiguous and disturbing ghost story ever written.

Escorting Daddy's Billionaire Best Friend: He's totally off limits... (Submitting to Daddy's Billionaire Best Friend Book 1)


Lacy Ryder - 2017
     I can't believe what I'd just agreed to. I've always been supportive of Stella being an escort; after all, she can do whatever wants to make money. I just never thought I'd go as far as filling in for her. But, she's assured me that I just need to be his arm candy for one night. Nothing more is expected. Then, I'll get a big payday that I desperately need. When my cab pulls up outside a hotel owned by my father's filthy rich best friend, everything changes. What would I do if he caught me here, dressed like this? Tonight, I'll be submitting to a forbidden billionaire... This is part 1 of the Submitting to Daddy's Billionaire Best Friend series.

The Teacher's Tales of Terror


Chris Priestley - 2011
    But, of course, with a very surprising ending that resounds like a slamming door on a quiet night!