horror fiction definition

Horror fiction is a genre of literature that revolves around creating a sense of fear, dread, and terror in its readers. It is characterized by its ability to evoke emotions such as suspense, anxiety, and shock through the use of various elements like supernatural creatures, psychological conflicts, and suspenseful plots.

Popular horror fiction novels include classics like "Dracula" by Bram Stoker, "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, and "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson. These timeless works have left a lasting impact on the genre, influencing countless authors who followed in their footsteps.

Today, contemporary horror fiction continues to captivate readers with its diverse range of subgenres, including psychological horror, supernatural horror, and cosmic horror. Bestselling authors such as Stephen King, Dean Koontz, and Clive Barker have emerged as masters of the genre, effortlessly enthralling readers with their twisted imaginations and bone-chilling storytelling.

If you're looking for recommendations for great horror fiction, websites like Goodreads, which allows users to rate and review books they've read, can be an excellent resource. You can also explore horror-focused book blogs, such as "Horror Novel Reviews" or "HorrorAddicts.net," for insightful reviews, author interviews, and reading suggestions.

In conclusion, horror fiction is a gripping genre that taps into our deepest fears and keeps us on the edge of our seats. Whether you're a die-hard horror fan or just curious about exploring the darker side of literature, there's a vast selection of terrifying and thrilling novels waiting to be discovered. So, immerse yourself in the world of horror fiction and prepare to be both terrified and entertained.
After the divorce, my ex-wife became my creditor. Fiction
After the divorce, my ex-wife became my creditor.

No superpowers, no rebirth, no fantasy, no system...basically nothing. Just a somewhat straightforward guy, a slightly bad but kind-hearted urban miser. Well...if there must be something...there's an ex-wife.

258.26 Million words | 2020-08-05 23:11Update

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Feng Shui Master Fiction
Feng Shui Master

Nurturing Qi, Observing Qi, Stabilizing Qi, Harnessing Qi, Cultivating Qi, Inquiring Qi - the six realms of a Feng Shui master! Integrity, Self-improvement, Harmonious family, Good governance, Peaceful world - Su Jiu is just an ordinary inheritor of Feng Shui knowledge, but due to various opportunities, he embarked on a brilliant and splendid path in life. With an iron tongue, predicting one's future, With a bronze tongue, determining one's wealth and fortune, With a golden tongue, altering one's destiny, Using ten fingers to calculate life and death, Feng Shui brings wealth and fortune, With six divinations, understanding all worldly matters, and with the Eight Trigrams, exploring every human existence!

238.54 Million words | 2021-07-14 09:42Update

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Peerless Genius Fiction
Peerless Genius

Lin Yu, a thug with no knowledge but extremely high martial power, unexpectedly goes back to the age of eighteen after a fight. At the same time, a mysterious system appears in his mind, leading him to embark on a journey of counterattack against the idle and privileged. Many regrets that were once lost are now regained, and the figures that were once unattainable are no longer out of reach. The daughter of a wealthy tycoon, the artistic school beauty, the wise A-list celebrity, and many more... They all begin to enter his life, making it a kaleidoscope of choices. Group 1 of the exceptional book lovers available: (Limited spots.) Group 2 of the exceptional book lovers: (Newly opened group, welcome to join.) Exceptional VIPs: (Access granted through subscription or monthly package.)

473.77 Million words | 2022-02-07 06:22Update

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Strategy to Win Favor from the Beloved Imperial Consort Fiction
Strategy to Win Favor from the Beloved Imperial Consort

In front of me stands a man with eyes as deep as an abyss. His identity is prestigious, his power overwhelming. She avoids him at every turn, yet still cannot escape the grip of his hand. "Plotting a marriage behind the prince's back, Ah Yuan, how will you settle this debt?" He reaches out, encircling her waist, leaning down as his lips lightly brush against the tip of her nose. "You have quite the audacity. A woman chosen by the prince can only belong to me. Ah Yuan, do you understand?"

467.07 Million words | 2020-07-20 01:48Update

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Pure Happiness Fiction
Pure Happiness

[Chen Rang, if I pass you the next exam, will you be with me?] She smiled proudly, naturally arrogant, not everyone can catch her eye, but Chen Rang is an exception. In their younger years, he was cold, subdued, and restrained, while she was lively, bold, and fearless. She pursued him, even if it meant being shy, she would learn to imitate his calmness and say, "It's still you, who can make me blush the most." Chen Rang, still cold and aloof, not everyone can occupy his heart, but Qi Huan is an exception. Five years later, he has become mature and sharp, but not excessively arrogant; she has become sophisticated and composed, but still full of vitality. He pursued her, flirted with her, pondered over her, and said, "Is this romance movie really about love? It doesn't feel like it to me." Then suddenly, he leaned in and kissed her lips. A gentle touch turned quickly into a passionate kiss. "This is it. Movies are not love, but we are."

451.58 Million words | 2022-12-05 12:39Update

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Starting from 1994 Fiction
Starting from 1994

Starting from this year, I plan to venture into entrepreneurship and embrace a new way of life. I am determined to make some money and explore the world with great enthusiasm. Group:

428.40 Million words | 2022-05-28 18:59Update

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Beast King's Infatuation: Wild Boss on the Verge Fiction
Beast King's Infatuation: Wild Boss on the Verge

Rumors have it that the long-standing chieftain of the Zephyr Tribe, Langmo, has no interest in women and prefers males. Those around him are all males. The corner of Jiang Qing's mouth twitched. "Bullshit!" she exclaimed. "Who is this person clinging onto and dominating him?" "Langmo, do you know what mutual assistance means? It's when you help me one day, and I help you the next, and then we say goodbye..." Jiang Qing roared in anger. "If you sleep with me, you have to take responsibility!" Langmo ignored her. "I want to return this product..." Jiang Qing weakly said. "It's getting dark, time to sleep!" Langmo bent over, closed the door, and turned off the lights.

190.57 Million words | 2022-07-23 12:15Update

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Daily Life of Raising a Child in Ancient Times Fiction
Daily Life of Raising a Child in Ancient Times

Peng Jin, who had just ended years of painful marriage seeking a child, was suddenly thrown into the Great Qi Dynasty and became the third wife of Chengyi Marquis's residence. With her hands resting on her abdomen, Peng Jin swore to pave a glorious path for the precious gift bestowed upon her by the heavens! As for her husband, what on earth was he up to?! Liu Shi felt wronged and said, "My dear wife, the appointment from the Ministry of Rites has already arrived. Won't you vindicate me?"

240.48 Million words | 2023-03-06 03:33Update

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Those years of rebirth Fiction
Those years of rebirth

Wang Hengxiao, a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, is reborn at the age of six, reliving his life and experiencing significant changes. He transforms himself, his family, those individuals, and those events...

188.60 Million words | 2022-07-19 16:02Update

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Farmhouse Lovely Kitchen Maid Fiction
Farmhouse Lovely Kitchen Maid

"The Charming Kitchen Maid of the Farm" is a gripping and heart-stirring novel written by the author, Moonlit Smoke. Its plot is full of twists and turns, and its writing style is excellent. Qidian Novels offers free online reading of Moonlit Smoke's latest, refreshing, and clean chapters.

313.94 Million words | 2021-11-30 07:06Update

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Naruto Transformation System Fiction
Naruto Transformation System

The Fourth Order Zombie Rebirth in the Naruto world, knowing nothing about the Naruto world. Mysterious Transformation System, to obtain power, one must have exchange points, with exchange points, one can transform... into a cute girl? Exchange points transformation... Riko Mikaduki? Riko Mikaduki: Increase human favorability by %, humans cannot attack, permanent combat power, can use system abilities and system weapons. Pets: Goblin, Cat Demon, Minotaur, Titan? Weapons: Handgun, Crossbow, Sniper Rifle? All of these require exchange points, and have different prices for temporary and permanent exchange. List of Transformed Characters: Misaka Mikoto, Ripley Shindo, Kuroko Shirai, Akatora, Mysterious Female Mage? etc... (.Version Introduction)

391.43 Million words | 2021-03-07 00:23Update

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Curveball GL Fiction
Curveball GL

Actresses who don't aspire to be leading ladies aren't good actresses. Qiao Yi, a struggling actress in the eighteenth tier, harbors a dream of becoming a starlet, and has been hovering on the margins of the entertainment industry. Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get. Miss Qiao never expected that she would make a turn in her life path after encountering someone. What does it mean to be in the first line? What does it mean to be a leading lady? After meeting Shen Yanqing, Miss Qiao only cares about one question: Shen JieJie, when did you become mine?

536.72 Million words | 2023-02-12 16:08Update

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Cannon Fodder Daughter-in-law Rules the Roost Fiction
Cannon Fodder Daughter-in-law Rules the Roost

Liuxiapin endured and conceded all her life, but in the end, she was defeated by the voracious appetite of her family. After her husband passed away, she too left this world, leaving behind her helpless son. Now, as she opened her eyes once again, she found herself back at the crossroads of her life. As she looked upon her parents, who still played favorites, and her selfish sister, she realized that she could no longer endure this life for another moment. This time, she vowed to stand up for herself and not concede any longer.

118.70 Million words | 2020-10-10 15:50Update

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A Journey Back to the Hometown Fiction
A Journey Back to the Hometown

After being hit with setbacks in both career and love, Wang Yong grew tired of city life and made the decision to return to his rural hometown. There, he encountered a mysterious artifact that bestowed upon him special powers, thus embarking on a miraculous journey. This tale involves underdogs, extraordinary encounters, delectable cuisine, valuable treasures, and every desired fantasy come to life.

27.33 Million words | 2021-10-23 04:28Update

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Goddess Beauty System Fiction
Goddess Beauty System

Li Ling just wanted to live a carefree life, getting drunk and having fun every day. However, suddenly a mysterious dandy system appeared, tasked with teaching him how to truly be a dandy. If he fails to complete the tasks assigned to him, his lifespan will be deducted. And wait, this punishment involves not being allowed to interact with any women for six months, not even his own mother? When Li Ling saw the tasks assigned by the dandy system, he was stunned. Kiss a woman with a rating of 90 or higher on the beauty scale on the forehead for one minute? Make a woman with a rating of 80 or higher on the beauty scale voluntarily say "I love you" to him? Why are all the tasks related to beautiful women? Li Ling smirked, "Well, I like it a lot!"

389.84 Million words | 2021-04-12 16:06Update

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My father is not a native. Fiction
My father is not a native.

"My Father is not a Native" is a thrilling and captivating novel that features an exciting and engaging plot. Written by the talented author named Yi Mei Tong Qian, this book is a masterpiece that showcases exceptional writing skills. To read the latest and most clean chapters of this novel for free, you can visit the Pen Q Fiction website.

232.07 Million words | 2022-11-06 19:49Update

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The Top Urban Assassin Fiction
The Top Urban Assassin

Zeng Yi, an ordinary boy, has an extraordinary life. He walks through the city with his sense of justice and unsurpassed martial arts skills. Injustice? No problem! He upholds justice! The dark side of the government? No problem! He assists in cleaning it up! Gangsters running rampant? No problem! He steps in to eliminate them! National crisis? No problem! He willingly sheds blood for it! Protecting a beautiful woman? Even better! He's happy to serve! But behind these seemingly endless successes lies great danger. If he's not careful, he may be taken down by others. In this chaotic world, there's no way to control one's fate while on this journey filled with bloody battles and love. Xiao Mo's new work, "Assassin Bodyguard with i-Powers," has already been uploaded. Please support by visiting the book's webpage at http://www.k.com/book/.html.

362.08 Million words | 2023-01-07 08:08Update

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Wildness Fiction
Wildness

Before marriage, Qiao Siyuan was a wealthy heiress who was showered with love and affection. She chose Lu Jinming from the crowd and helped him climb to the top of the pyramid. But when she needed him the most, he stood by another woman. Qiao Siyuan smiled coldly and slapped the divorce agreement in his face. Little did she know, Lu Jinming refused to accept it and tore up the agreement, stuffing a contract for a bodyguard job into her arms. "Don't make a scene, wife! Come back home with me, what's mine is yours." Qiao Siyuan gritted her teeth, "Go as far away as possible from me!" That night, someone climbed the building and entered through the window, kneeling by the bedside and hugging Qiao Siyuan's cold feet. "Wife, it's freezing outside. Do you need a human electric heater? The fully automatic kind."

123.35 Million words | 2022-06-08 17:49Update

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Pet Charm Fiction
Pet Charm

>Introduction: The First Time. Young master, don't be afraid. I only rob treasures, not virtue. Her eyes twinkled, her words gentle. She only wanted one thing, but the situation seemed unfavorable. With just one glance, she knew that he wasn't someone easily provoked. Why don't you try robbing one? The man's eyes narrowed, his voice shook the heavens, and everything fell into silence. No one dared to disobey or go against him. Okay then. She smiled lightly, seemingly unaffected by his intimidation. She gladly accepted his offer because he allowed her to rob him, didn't he? And so, the seemingly invincible, unparalleled, and supreme him was truly robbed by her. Then, he became angry. The mountains shook, the sea surged, the heavens collapsed, and the earth split. Did she really think she could escape after robbing him? This whole world was his, and he wanted to see where she could run to. >The Second Time. Robbing treasures again this time? The man's eyes narrowed, he looked at her with an ambiguous smile, his expression inscrutable and profound. She finally appeared. This time, he was eager to see where she could escape to. Alright then, alright. Her eyes twinkled, she smiled lightly, appearing carefree. But, as she gazed at the man who smiled like a fox, she knew it would be difficult for her to escape today. He had obviously come to settle the score with her. You don't plan to rob me of anything else? He smirked, a hint of something different flickering in his deep gaze. I have a husband waiting for me at home. How could I flirt with others outside? He specifically instructed me not to pick any wildflowers on the roadside. She suddenly stopped smiling, giving a serious response. Her expression was so earnest that it seemed genuine. Before the words even settled, she turned and attempted to leave. To retreat is the best strategy in the thirty-six stratagems. Instantly, everyone's faces turned grim. They were the rulers of the world, universally respected and obeyed. Yet, their master had become a roadside wildflower? And she even despised him to such an extent. Was there any justice in this world? Dream on if you think you can escape. Husband, kill her. As for you... The next moment, he had already leaned forward, firmly locking her in place. There was a hint of resentment in his voice. This time, if he allowed her to escape again, he wouldn't be Baili Xuan. > The Third Time, the Fourth Time, the Fifth Time... Various thrilling battles unfolded, with winning and losing reliant on each individual's abilities. In front of others, she was a weak and fragile girl who would collapse with a gust of wind. She was timid, ordinary-looking, and allegedly wouldn't live past thirty. But behind their backs, she was a heroic and fearless lady, standing for justice, robbing the rich to help the poor, loved by everyone, and blossoming like a flower. Life was going beautifully for her. But ever since she met him, everything changed.

52.48 Million words | 2020-12-22 12:46Update

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Time Traveling in the Seventies: A Charming and Sweet Wife Fiction
Time Traveling in the Seventies: A Charming and Sweet Wife

Jingqing never expected that the ancient ink jade pendant she received at her birthday banquet would allow her to traverse time and space in her dreams, bringing her to the bedside of a stranger who was bedridden. And at dawn, she would return to her own time and space. What's even more strange is that the man possesses the same ancient ink jade pendant as her. Is it a coincidence or fate? In order to unravel the mystery, Jingqing embarks on a journey through two different eras in time and space!*** Fated Couple Version: Serious and Stubborn Man: Ahem, can't you dress more normally? Can you please comb your hair nicely? Certain Woman, speechless, looks at the sky: Is it not normal to wear clothes that expose your arms and legs? It's already good that she didn't wear a tank top and shorts! Her wavy vintage hairstyle is the most fashionable nowadays. Don't you understand what fashion is? *** Love Rival Getting Slapped Version: What? You despise her for not being educated? For lacking refinement? What a joke! She comes from a prestigious family, do you think she needs to prove herself in academics or martial arts? Archery, martial arts, playing musical instruments, calligraphy and painting—she can do it all! You bring in a foreigner and want to embarrass her? With your broken English, you still want to show off? Get lost! Let her show you what fluent spoken language is like! Hmph! Who dares to provoke her man? She'll slap your face loud and clear! *** Even in a backward and impoverished era, so what? With the inheritance of a space-time travel ability, becoming rich and successful is so easy! In short, this is a story about a young lady from the future with advanced technology, who travels through time and space to find her destined partner, and thrives in a backward and impoverished era. PS: Welcome all to read the complete urban rural struggle fantasy novel "Rebirth Space: Peach Blossom Paradise" by Qingqing!

344.64 Million words | 2023-05-26 15:02Update

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