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Scary Short Stories

A Collection of 20 Stories

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Scary Short Stories

By: Callie James
Narrated by: Victor Chavez
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Scary Short Stories

Prepare to get spooked with Scary Short Stories, a collection of 20 quick, chilling tales that will keep you up at night. Perfect for teens and adults alike, these stories bring you a mix of supernatural thrills, eerie mysteries, and heart-pounding suspense. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, each story will leave you craving more terror.

Key Features:

  • 20 Spine-Tingling Tales: A variety of short, fast-paced stories to keep you on edge.
  • Perfect for Teens & Adults: Designed for those who crave a thrill, from spooky beginners to horror enthusiasts.
  • Diverse Horrors: From ghosts and monsters to mind-bending twists, there's something for everyone.
  • Quick but Creepy: Each story delivers maximum fear in a bite-sized package—perfect for sharing as campfire stories on dark, stormy nights, when the wind howls, the fire crackles, and every shadow feels like it’s hiding something… as well as just to listen on your own in the dark or to unsettle your friends with a well-timed scare.

If you’re ready for some seriously scary fun, Scary Short Stories will leave you wondering what’s lurking in the shadows.

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Varied Story Themes • Bite-sized Thrills • Engaging Narration • Unexpected Twists • Eerie Atmosphere • Perfect Pacing
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Scary Short Stories: A Collection of 20 Stories by Callie James delivers exactly what horror fans crave—bite-sized terror with a lasting chill. Each of the 20 tales offers a unique twist, some psychological, others supernatural, all crafted to keep listeners uneasy and intrigued.

The narration by Victor Chavez adds a gripping layer of intensity. His voice shifts to match the tone of each tale, pulling the listener deeper into the eerie atmosphere. Whether you're listening at night or during a walk, the suspense lingers.

While a few stories lean on familiar horror tropes, the majority feel fresh and effectively unsettling. It's perfect for those who enjoy quick scares and creepy buildup without needing to commit to a full-length novel.

Highly recommended for fans of horror anthologies who want short, chilling stories that leave a mark

Spine tingling horror!

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The narration was so engaging—it pulled us right into each spooky little tale! I listened with my 13-year-old, and we both loved it. It was such a fun way to bond during car rides. Each story was quick but just creepy enough to keep us hooked (and a little on edge). Great mix of monsters, twists, and eerie vibes. Perfect for teens or anyone who loves a bite-sized scare!

Creepy, Fun, and Perfect for Car Rides!

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This book delivers bite-sized chills perfect for younger readers venturing into the world of horror. With haunted objects, cursed places, and eerie creatures, each tale is packed with classic spooky themes that evoke the nostalgic vibe of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. While the formatting could use improvement—paragraph spacing can make reading a bit confusing—and some stories may feel a bit short or underdeveloped, the overall tone is engaging and age-appropriate for middle-grade audiences (ages 9–12). It's a great read-aloud option for parents and kids who enjoy mild scares without diving too deep into intense horror. With a few tweaks and maybe some illustrations, this collection could really shine. For now, it’s a fun, fast-paced entry point for young horror fans looking for a thrill before bedtime.

Chills for young thrill-seekers

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Scary Short Stories by Callie James gave me exactly the quick, thrilling jolt I was craving. I snuck in a story or two before bed and felt that satisfying chill without needing a full commitment. The collection is sharp, creepy, and clever just the right dose of spook.

If you're looking for bite-sized scares that stick with you, this book is a Halloween-in-a-pocket.

A Perfect Spooky Snack for Bedtime

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I bought this book to take camping to try and to entertain my two sons in the absence of their screens. We had a great time sitting around the campfire listening to spooky stories and it even inspired us to make up a few of our own. It reminded me of the games we used to play as children in the good old days before kids and teenagers spent most of their time glued to their screens. I highly recommend this book that really brought us together as a family.

Fun Family Times!

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I really enjoyed this collection. Each story was short enough to listen to in one sitting, but still had that eerie feeling that stuck with me. Some were creepy, some were more suspenseful, and a few gave me actual chills. The pacing was great, and the narrator did a good job bringing the tension to life. If you like quick, spooky stories, you will love this.

Spooky and Creepy stories that kept me hooked!

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Scary Short Stories by Callie James is a scary collection of 20 short horror stories that feature a wide variety of plot twists, suspense, and creepy details. Narrator Victor Chavez adds to the eeriness and sense of urgency of the book. It is great to listen to at night or on a road trip to get your scare fix.

Spine-Tingling Tales Perfect for a Chilling Listen

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This book is full of 20 short stories that focus on being "scary". The stories are all different with some being ghosts and other scary themes. It was a great read and I liked to read one a night before bed.

20 Spooky Short Stories

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This collection offers a solid mix of creepy and weird. Each story is short enough to keep things moving but still manages to leave an eerie vibe behind. Some lean more psychological, others just plain unsettling. Great for quick listens during a walk or late at night. The narration adds an extra chill. If you're into bite-sized horror, this one’s a fun pick to keep you on edge.

Creepy Tales That Stick With You This collection

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I wasn’t expecting to get this creeped out so fast! These stories are short, but they don’t waste time getting to the scary part. I listened to a few at night with the lights off and immediately regretted it—in the best way. Some had unexpected twists, and a couple seriously gave me goosebumps. It’s the perfect mix of creepy, weird, and fun. Great if you love horror but don’t have time for full novels. I also shared a few with friends during a late-night hangout and we were all hooked. Definitely a fun and spooky pick.

Chills in every single story

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