Scary Nonfiction

This book contains 101 bite-sized horror stories that are intended to scare and unsettle you. These are real peoples' accounts of the creepy and the occult - of their near-misses with madmen and paranormal entities. Each chapter is a short, stand alone campfire tale, a retelling of a frightening or gruesome incident that has stuck with the teller, something that gives them pause to this day when they find themselves alone in the dark. These stories have been collected with the knowledge that real life is scarier than fiction.

Hidden within the sprawling beauty of America’s national parks are secrets that defy explanation. National Park Encounters: Case Files of the Strange & Mysterious pulls back the curtain on eerie tales and perplexing phenomena reported by rangers, visitors, and locals alike. From unsettling sightings of humanoid creatures to unidentified flying objects in the sky, this collection delves into some chilling and unexplainable accounts recorded. Each chapter explores a unique case through first-hand statements, journal excerpts, and reconstructed events, the book captures the fear, wonder, and...

ALMOST 300 PAGES OF MISSING PERSON CASES! Vanished: Strange and Mysterious Disappearances, bestselling author Ethan Hayes embarks on a captivating journey into some of the most unique and perplexing disappearances ever recorded. This book presents a collection of enigmatic over 40 cases, each meticulously researched and vividly narrated. Hayes weaves together eyewitness accounts, expert analyses, and intriguing theories to shed light on these unsolved mysteries. From isolated incidents to patterns of disappearances that defy logic, Vanished invites readers to explore the thin line between ...

"Real stories, real fear, real Bigfoot." Bigfoot Wyoming is a gripping collection of firsthand accounts from those who’ve encountered the elusive creature in the state’s wild expanses. From the shadowed depths of the Wind River Range to the lonely trails of the Bighorns, these stories—sent directly to the author by hunters, hikers, and campers—reveal chilling moments of unexplained sights, sounds, and presences. Unpolished and deeply personal, each tale captures the raw awe and terror of facing something beyond comprehension in Wyoming’s untamed wilderness. More than myth, this is...

What begins as a rescue mission quickly turns into a harrowing fight for survival. When renowned cryptozoologist John Hadley disappears while investigating a series of caves deep in the Sierra Nevada mountains, his daughter, Emil*, is thrust into a desperate search to find him. Teaming up with Evan Morgan, a local deputy and former flame, Emily uncovers disturbing clues that suggest her father was onto something far more dangerous than she ever imagined. As they push deeper into the wilderness, they soon realize they are not alone. Something ancient and powerful lurks in the caves—...

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 ...

"This isn’t a myth—it’s a predator." In the secluded woodlands of Northern Michigan, the Harwood family finds their peaceful life shattered when they encounter a creature of legend—the Dogman. Recently settled into their new home, the Harwoods are unprepared for the terror that stalks them under the cover of night. Annette Harwood, a determined mother and wildlife biologist, becomes obsessed with proving the creature’s existence as her husband, Michael, grapples with protecting their two children from a threat he cannot understand. The tension builds with each passing night, ...

Over 400 pages of thrilling Bigfoot and Sasquatch encounters! The Big Bigfoot Book 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 enthusiasts...

In National Park Encounters: Case Files of the Strange & Mysterious, Volume 2, the Anonymous Ranger returns with a fresh collection of chilling, real-life accounts from the depths of national parks. Responding to feedback from the first volume, all names and locations are fully redacted, intensifying the focus on the raw, unfiltered experiences of those who faced the inexplicable. This installment features tales of shattered game cameras, fleeting glimpses of towering, shadowy figures, and menacing encounters with creatures that defy identification—each narrated by shaken witnesses, from ...

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 ...

Dive into the chilling depths of the unknown with Stories From The Archives: Volume 1, a spine-tingling collection by Kody Richardson, the creative force behind the popular YouTube channel, Mystery Archives. With nearly 300,000 subscribers captivated by his eerie narratives, Kody now brings his most terrifying tales to the written page, each story more haunting than the last. This debut volume compiles the scariest and most unsettling episodes from his channel, where the line between fact and fiction blurs. From shadowy figures lurking in forgotten corners of the world to unsolved mysteries...

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 ...

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 ...

In the debut volume of Strange Things in the Forest, Scott Jones invites readers to step into the dark heart of the wilderness, where reality and the unknown collide. Drawing from firsthand accounts, historical records, and Jones’ own extensive research, this collection uncovers some of the most spine-chilling and inexplicable tales ever to emerge from the forest's depths. From hunters who stumbled upon unearthly creatures to campers and hikers haunted by unseen presences, each story paints a vivid picture of the mysteries lurking in the shadows of our most remote landscapes. Jones ...

In the inaugural volume of Ghost Encounters, readers are drawn into a spine-chilling collection of true ghost stories, each recounted by the individuals who lived to tell the tale. From rural farmhouses to bustling urban apartments, these haunting narratives unveil the unsettling reality of the paranormal through raw, firsthand accounts, with each story pulsing with authenticity, capturing the fear, wonder, and lingering questions that follow an encounter with the unknown. Ghost Encounters, Volume 1 sets the stage for the series with gripping tales that blur the line between the living and ...

In Strange Things in the Forest: Volume 4, Scott Jones ventures even further into the untamed wilderness, peeling back new layers of the unknown that cling to the trees like mist. This latest collection unearths a haunting array of stories—some whispered in remote cabins, others buried in forgotten archives—each one a testament to the forest’s unrelenting grip on the human imagination. This volume dives deeper into the forest’s darkest corners, exploring tales of spectral figures that stalk the undergrowth, bizarre artifacts unearthed beneath ancient roots, and the chilling ...

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 ...

Gone: Mysterious Disappearances is an enthralling book series that delves into the chilling and unresolved mysteries of people who have vanished without a trace over the years. Each volume in the series explores a collection of famous and lesser-known disappearances, presenting the known facts with a gripping narrative style that brings the stories to life.

Return to the shadowy world of the unexplained with Stories From The Archives: Volume 2, the next chilling installment by Kody Richardson, the mastermind behind the popular YouTube channel, Mystery Archives. With a fan base of nearly 300,000 subscribers entranced by his haunting tales, Kody continues his exploration of the macabre, bringing fresh, spine-chilling stories to the page. In this second volume, the terror escalates as Kody delves deeper into the unknown, presenting even more unsettling and bizarre cases that teeter on the edge of reality. From ancient curses that refuse to die to...

Amid the excitement of the early twentieth century, hundreds of young women spend their days hard at work painting watch dials with glow-in-the-dark radium paint. The painters consider themselves lucky—until they start suffering from a mysterious illness. As the corporations try to cover up a shocking secret, these shining girls suddenly find themselves at the center of a deadly scandal. The Radium Girls: Young Readers Edition tells the unbelievable true story of these incredible women, whose determination to fight back saved countless lives.