When it comes to horror fiction, there are plenty of spine-chilling stories that have captivated readers for years. If you're looking for the best of the best, you've come to the right place. In this article, we'll explore some essential short horror fiction that has left a lasting impression on readers over the past decade. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of terror and suspense! 1. "The Best Horror of the Year" Edited by Ellen Datlow, "The Best Horror of the Year" is an anthology series that features the most outstanding horror stories from various authors. Each volume brings together a collection of terrifying tales that will leave you sleepless at night. From supernatural hauntings to psychological horrors, this series is a must-read for any fan of the genre. 2. "10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction" This compilation showcases the best short horror stories from the past decade. With contributions from renowned authors such as Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, and Shirley Jackson, this anthology covers a wide range of themes, from classic monsters to mind-bending psychological thrillers. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of fear as you delve into these handpicked tales of terror. 3. Recommended Authors: a. Stephen King: Known as the "Master of Horror," Stephen King has penned countless chilling novels and short stories. From "Carrie" to "The Shining," his works have become classics in the genre. b. Neil Gaiman: Though primarily known for his fantasy novels, Neil Gaiman has also dipped his pen into horror. His critically acclaimed novella "Coraline" is a haunting tale, perfect for those who enjoy a touch of darkness. c. Shirley Jackson: Often referred to as the queen of gothic horror, Shirley Jackson's stories have a unique ability to unnerve readers. Her iconic short story, "The Lottery," remains a chilling masterpiece. 4. Online Resources: a. Goodreads: Goodreads is a popular platform where readers can find book recommendations and reviews. Browse their horror section to discover highly-rated novels and short story collections that will send shivers down your spine. b. Reddit's r/horrorlit: Join this online community dedicated to horror literature enthusiasts. Here, you'll find discussions, recommendations, and even author AMAs (Ask Me Anything). It's a great platform to connect with fellow horror lovers and discover hidden gems in the genre. Whether you're a longtime fan of horror fiction or just starting to explore the dark side, these recommendations will surely keep you entertained and terrified for years to come. So grab a cup of tea, turn off the lights, and dive into the eerie world of horror fiction – if you dare!
He swept all the domestic awards in the arts scene. He was the first Chinese Oscar Best Actor. His album sales saved the music market. His concerts are in high demand in Europe and America. He is globally recognized as a top-tier superstar in the arts industry. He is the star among all stars. In the new millennium, he made a comeback, bidding farewell to despair and regrets, starting afresh, living earnestly, and starting over with determination!
572.83 Million words | 2022-06-14 00:09Update
Lu Chen is an intern at Deli Auction Company. A car accident not only didn't push him into the arms of the Grim Reaper, but also caused a miraculous mutation in his brain. Antique gambling stones became as easy as eating and drinking, and Lu Chen, a grassroot nobody, began to thrive! The miraculous realm of the brain, lost treasures and extraordinary artifacts, everything is within the Super Golden Brain Realm. You deserve to have this miracle!
551.32 Million words | 2023-06-13 08:52Update
Eighty years ago, Yin Xiu embarked on a journey to the distant stars in pursuit of breaking his limits and reaching higher realms. Eighty years later, feeling that his cultivation had reached a bottleneck and burdened by unfinished emotions, Yin Xiu returned from the immortal cultivation realm on the other side of the starry sky to Earth. However, during those eight decades, Earth had undergone astonishing and earth-shattering changes...
296.61 Million words | 2020-10-15 18:34Update
An accidental encounter allowed medical student Lin Yang to see ghosts and spirits. From then on, he embarked on an unusual path. Old ghosts, young ghosts, malevolent ghosts, seductive ghosts... all sorts of skilled specters became his soul servants. Lolitas, mature beauties, haughty princesses, fresh-faced youth... one otaku goddess after another surrounded him like stars around a moon. From the ghosts he could 'borrow' expert medical skills, perfect singing voice, and superior martial arts, everything that the ghosts had mastered during their lifetime! Using needles and medicine to cure, using talismans to exorcise, he displayed the kindness of a doctor; with his hand as a pen, and souls as the ink, he communicated with the universe of yin and yang! This is Lin Yang's path! (Readers are welcomed to join the group, "Wuzhi's Small Black Room" :)
392.84 Million words | 2023-04-21 09:17Update
Xia family from Lishu Village in Northeast China: "Summer, remember to bring honor to us when you join the army." Their hopeful eyes... When Summer arrived at the army: "Captain Ye, I am a member of the intellectual and gentle school! Can you please stop making me accompany you to eat, play, and even have children!" Ye Boxuan: "Oh my, whether it is the 1970s or 2015, a perfect life can never escape these few things." Proudly standing in front of the mirror, applying the Friendship Snow Cream. Summer: "You're a leader from the 1970s? Why are you less reliable than me, someone who has time-traveled here!"
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The unparalleled heavenly warrior, Jin Rui, returns to his hometown and embarks on the most thrilling and explosive journey! Assassins step aside, elite bodyguards move aside. The one you save is just a girl, but I save the entire Earth. The guardian of Blue Water Star, the last line of defense for humanity. Supreme and unrivaled, the heavenly warrior! Glory has returned! School belle, CEO, pure goddess twins, top supermodel, they're all coming to my bowl! For new and seasoned readers, I guarantee completion. Please support my novel! A diamond for an extra update, a bookmark for an extra update, a sword hilt for an extra update, a jade pendant for an extra update, and a crown for five extra updates!
72.34 Million words | 2021-07-20 22:13Update
A super-rich system has created countless dreams for losers. And among this group of losers, Lin Fan is the one whose dreams come true. New book, seeking support. No explanation, just pure enjoyment. Anything that seems impossible will happen.
559.80 Million words | 2023-02-05 16:35Update
In the world of Tiankai Continent, the strong are revered, while the weak are as insignificant as ants. The powerful are like towering mountains, and some even possess the ability to split rivers, shatter rocks, or even rupture the void and transcend reincarnation! Medical student Zhuo Wen accidentally obtained a jade tripod and crossed over to the body of a destitute young master. With the endless elixir recipes in the jade trip, he gradually stepped onto the pinnacle of greatness with mediocre talent, becoming a figure that even geniuses had to look up to!
1.77 Million words | 2022-03-21 07:31Update
When He Xiaofeng opened "Interdimensional Trading Network," his life changed forever. The grand martial hero from the martial world said, "Uncle He, can you trade your gaming console with me? The emperor loves it, and I'll give you secret martial arts techniques!" The mecha engineer from the sci-fi world said, "Uncle He, I've finished making the Iron Man you mentioned. When will you teach me Tai Chi? I already prepared the materials for my Tai Chi mecha!" The mage from the magical world said, "Uncle He, do you have any explanations for the Bagua diagram? I've deduced many magic arrays. Oh, by the way, the magic crystal diamond ring you wanted is already carved!" The immortal from the immortal world said, "Uncle He, what exactly is that part at the end of the Tao Te Ching? I have an elixir here, do you want it?" ... Using the wealth of urban civilization, He Xiaofeng engages in transactions with various dimensions. From then on, he embarks on the peak of life. Money? Beautiful women? Is there anything this grandmaster still lacks? PS: Q group (,,)
107.15 Million words | 2020-11-11 05:04Update
As a senior Naruto fan, Classmate Zhao Er downloaded a supposedly latest and highly anticipated Naruto mobile game from a website. When he finished downloading, a strong light flashed. When he opened his eyes again, he realized that he had transformed into Conan Edogawa, the unfortunate child of Konoha. With this ominous name, how can he survive in the chaotic ninja world? I don't know how to describe this feeling. The urban novel I had high hopes for, which I wrote over 30,000 words for, hardly had any readers. I guess at least ten collections were probably done by my friends. I casually wrote a fanfic based on my hobby, and with just 10,000 words, it already has over 30 collections. I'm truly touched. Originally, I was thinking of giving up on writing novels, but for now, I will at least finish this book. I'm not expecting recommendations or collections, but after you finish reading it, please leave me a comment. It will make me feel less lonely during the writing process.
135.56 Million words | 2022-07-22 19:40Update
Welcome to the foodie world! Please prepare some popcorn, coke and spicy sticks. This book will take you on a journey to the world of "Food Wars: Shokugeki no Soma." Please bring your own snacks to avoid getting hungry during the journey.
122.79 Million words | 2020-10-12 08:06Update
An ordinary delivery guy encounters the university goddess by chance. The next day, he wakes up in a hotel... From that day on, their fates become entangled. A new book by a newcomer, I need everyone's support! Please help by clicking the bookmark and recommending it. You can log in with your QQ, Weibo, and Tieba accounts! Friends who like it, don't forget to click the bookmark. Recommended tickets and diamonds are given by the system! Thank you all in advance! Book club ID: (Official VIP book club, serious inquiries only)
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I come from ten years later. I am a surgeon. I am the host of the Super Physician System. Every day, I can check in. I am Wu Yuan, destined to become a legend in the medical field.
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"The Unforeseen Marriage of the Major (GL)" is an emotionally gripping and beautifully written novel created by author JQ Wan Niankeng. With a captivating plot, this novel provides readers with a thrilling reading experience. Pen Fun Pavilion offers free access to the latest refreshing and clean chapters of JQ Wan Niankeng's work, allowing readers to enjoy it online.
128.16 Million words | 2021-09-07 06:37Update
Lu Chen travelled to a parallel world and reluctantly participated in the program "Forbidden Land Exploration" in order to make a living and activate the system. From the beginning, he drew Uchiha Sasuke, the second character in Naruto, as his teammate, and surprisingly, his automatically assigned partner was Zhang Qilin, the ultimate guardian. A seemingly comedic Sasuke turned out to be born for the purpose of showing off...
140.53 Million words | 2021-12-27 20:22Update
Madame Lin was very lucky. She suddenly found herself in the home of a famous landlord in Jiangnan and became the legitimate eldest daughter. The Lin family owned thousands of acres of fertile land in Jiangnan, and the biggest worry in Madame Lin's life was how much dowry her father would give her. After her father passed away, her biggest worry became how to fight against her uncles and aunts, and protect her stepmother and the rest of the concubines from spending their golden years in poverty. Finally, at the age of twenty, her uncles and aunts trembled at the mention of her name, and her fiancé, chosen by her father in the capital, finally came to marry her. So, she pushed away her birth mother, who was crying and begging her not to leave, and began a new chapter in her life.
562.03 Million words | 2020-10-22 02:10Update
Liu Hao could never have imagined that one day he would be chosen by an extraterrestrial girlfriend, and that this girlfriend would also happen to be a princess from the royal family of a super interstellar civilization. From then on, Liu Hao's life underwent a tremendous transformation, as his girlfriend not only showered him with unlimited wealth, but also constantly urged him to find more beautiful female friends... Author's Custom Tags: Hot-blooded, System, School, Money-making.
40.62 Million words | 2022-09-17 06:22Update
Yang Yiwei has no great ambitions, or even if he does, he can only acknowledge the strength of reality. He is only prepared to graduate, work, get married, have children, and live his life peacefully. Nobody could have expected that an accident would lead him to buy a notebook that can transform any living being into a mechanical creature. His life undergoes a complete transformation, and the fiery passion and dreams suppressed within him finally find a channel for realization. His life is no longer a pirated version!
219.26 Million words | 2022-04-16 00:58Update
A concert in a dream, turned his life around, singer, songwriter... following the path, all to protect the fleeting moments of excitement along his journey. Well, and those nine!
84.67 Million words | 2022-05-11 08:56Update
It's too difficult to be a sophisticated and refined male god nowadays. After entering the entertainment industry, Li Junxi said to the women behind him, "I want to ask you a question." Han Jiaren stood in front of a dozen women and asked, "Have you loved..." Li Junxi brushed his robe, turned around and walked away, hiding his abilities and fame. PS: Han Jiaren, Li Xiaoli, Sun Yizhen, Kim Tae-hee, Han Caiying, He Zhiyuan, and many other beautiful women. Your loved ones and my loved ones are all here, quickly save, recommend, click, and reward. Want to be a refined male god? Then come and conquer the Korean entertainment industry!
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