Are there any truly scary books?

The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
A list of terrifying books wouldn't be complete without including Shirley Jackson. If you're afraid of haunted house stories, you really need to experience the mother of all haunted house stories: The Haunting of Hill House.
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What is considered the scariest book ever written?

Horror – 13 Most Terrifying Books of All Time
  • 1Pet Sematary. by Stephen King. ...
  • 2The Island of Doctor Moreau. by H. G. Wells. ...
  • 3The Cask of Amontillado. by Edgar Allan Poe. ...
  • 4The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. ...
  • 5The Turn of the Screw. by Henry James. ...
  • 6Frankenstein. by Mary Shelley. ...
  • 7The Exorcist. ...
  • 8Something Wicked This Way Comes.
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What is the scariest book ever read?

20 of the Scariest Books You'll Ever Read
  • The Shining by Stephen King (1977) ...
  • The Turn of the Screw by Henry James (1898) ...
  • The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson (1959) ...
  • The Woman in Black by Susan Hill (1983) ...
  • Salem's Lot by Stephen King (1975) ...
  • A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay (2015)
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What is Stephen King's scariest book?

Stephen King: 15 Scariest Stephen King Novels Ever, Ranked
  1. 1 It. Without a doubt, the most popular, horrifying and chilling novel ever written by Stephen King is none other than It.
  2. 2 Salem's Lot. ...
  3. 3 Black House. ...
  4. 4 Pet Sematary. ...
  5. 5 The Shining. ...
  6. 6 Desperation. ...
  7. 7 Cujo. ...
  8. 8 Carrie. ...
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Who wrote the scariest book?

Who Are the Best Horror Authors of All Time?
  • Stephen King (5)
  • Dean Koontz (5)
  • Clive Barker (4)
  • Peter Straub (4)
  • Bram Stoker (4)
  • Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (4)
  • Anne Rice (4)
  • Ramsey Campbell (3)
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11 Scary Books That Won't Let You Sleep for Nights



What is the number 1 scariest movie?

Read on to find out what our fans determined were the 10 Scariest Horror Movies Ever.
  • The Exorcist (1973)
  • Hereditary (2018)
  • The Conjuring (2013)
  • The Shining (1980)
  • The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
  • The Ring (2002)
  • Halloween (1978)
  • Sinister (2012)
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Has Stephen King written any non horror books?

His literary oeuvre includes 61 novels, 5 non-fiction books, and approximately 200 short stories. Even though King is known for his works of horror, his writing talent is not restricted to the particular genre only. He has some non-horror and non-scary books to his name as well that are liked by his fans.
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Where do I start with horror books?

If you like reading the Jane Austens and the Mary Shelleys, try these to get you started!
  • We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson. ...
  • Dracula by Bram Stoker. ...
  • Misery by Stephen King. ...
  • The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup. ...
  • Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare. ...
  • The Last Final Girl by Stephen Graham Jones.
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Is Carrie book appropriate for a 13 year old?

But overall Carrie is perfect for teens into King's work, and is a must read for anyone 14+.
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Why should you read horror?

Horror can also be a space for readers and authors alike to work through fear, trauma, and anxiety in a safe and controlled environment. You can always choose to put a book down, skip pages, come back to a story later, or avoid (or seek out) stories altogether that deal with specific topics.
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How long should a horror novel be?

Horror is much like mystery in the sense that you don't want to drag these novels on too long. Therefore, we advise writers to stick between 40,000 to 80,000 words for horror novels.
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Is the shining book scary?

Is The Shining book scary? The Shining is filled with dark and terrifying images. But, the book itself isn't filled with jump scares or ghastly scenes of violence. Although there is darkness, readers aren't likely to be haunted by King's story.
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Does Stephen King like horror?

The prolific author has written a staggering number of terrifying novels and stories, many of which have been adapted into equally frightening films. But King is also a fan of the horror genre, and frequently recommends books, movies, and TV shows that have hooked him.
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Is the stand a horror book?

The Stand: A Novel of Ultimate Horror by Stephen King (Library Binding) Library Binding – January 1, 1980. The Stand: A Novel of Ultimate Horror by Stephen King (Library Binding) Hardcover (1980) in Good Condition. Former library copy.
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Which horror movies are based on a true story?

The Amityville Horror (1979)

Arguably the most famous horror film based on horrifying, allegedly real events, The Amityville Horror has spent more than four decades giving audiences a permanent case of night terrors with the story of a young couple and their house in Amityville, New York haunted by violent spirits.
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What movie is considered the scariest of all time?

The Exorcist

There's a reason this horror classic is one of the scariest movies of all time. The Exorcist is the story of a possessed 12-year-old girl and the two priests who try to save her by performing an exorcism.
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What is scientifically the scariest movie?

These are the Scariest Movies EVER according to Science
  • “Host”, 2020.
  • “Sinister”, 2012.
  • “Insidious”, 2010.
  • “The Conjuring”, 2013.
  • “Hereditary”, 2018.
  • “Terrified”, 2017.
  • “It Follows”, 2014.
  • “A Quiet Place Part II”, 2021.
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What is Stephen King's scariest movie?

The 10 Scariest Stephen King Movies Ever, Ranked
  • 8. " Christine" (1983) ...
  • 7. " 1408" (2007) ...
  • 6. " Carrie" (1976) ...
  • 5. " The Mist" (2007) ...
  • 4. " Pet Sematary" (1989) ...
  • 3. " Misery" (1990) ...
  • 2. " Cujo" (1983) ...
  • 1. " The Shining" (1980) King famously hates director Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of "The Shining."
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Is The Shining OK for a 13 year old?

This is a great movie for people who love suspense. There are some things that kids cannot handle like the violence and swearing and possibly the drugs but I think that it is good for people who are 13+ and maybe some preteens. There's definitely nothing teens can't handle in this movie.
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How gory is The Shining?

The Shining is rated R by the MPAA For graphic violence, profanity, and brief nudity. Violence: A large volume of blood is seen throughout the film. There is a reference to a murder-suicide. Two dead children are shown covered in blood.
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Why does Jack say Heres Johnny?

Jack Nicholson ad-libbed the line "Here's Johnny!" in imitation of announcer Ed McMahon's famous introduction of Johnny Carson on U.S. network NBC-TV's long-running late night television program The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
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How many pages is 90000 words?

Using the novel example of 90,000 words, that breaks down to about 320 pages. An 80,000 word non-fiction book works out to about 350 pages. Either way, even if you write only one page per day, you'll have a completed manuscript in less than a year.
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How many pages is 100000 word?

A 100,000 word count will create about 200 pages with single spacing or 400 pages double-spaced when using normal 1-inch margins, 12 pt. Arial font, and a standard A4 (letter size) page size.
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How many pages is 60000 words?

60,000 words is 120 pages single-spaced or 240 pages double-spaced. Typical documents that are 60,000 words or more include full-length novels.
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Should teens read horror books?

Scary stories help kids learn how to deal with the real world. They're a way to acknowledge that life isn't always easy and learn that it's OK to be scared. Monsters are fun, but they should also help us understand scary situations, and how to cope with them.
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