supernatural

The hidden world of all things supernatural; a look inside witchcraft, spells, vexes, black magic and other spine-tingling supernatural phenomena.

Nonna's Secret Ingredient
Cars were spilling out of the driveway of Rossa and Giancarlo Varricchia's home. Dinner wasn't going to be served for several more hours, but already sons and daughters and grandchildren, distant cousins, and nervous new spouses were filing inside the elderly couple's small two-story home. Men hauled massive jugs of homebrewed wine into the garage to compare notes and serve other guests. Children ran free in the yard, chasing each other around the massive willow out front and disturbing the ducks' peaceful rest in the lake behind the house. Women were helping compose massive plates of antipasti in the kitchen or at the bar, spilling secrets and trading neighborhood gossip. Of particular importance was Gabriella Varricchia's calling off her wedding to Giuseppe Faustini; Gabriella, being the eldest granddaughter of Rosa and Giancarlo, was expected to succeed Rossa as matriarch of the Varricchia family.
By Maxie Ray4 years ago in Horror
Sinner's Guide to a Purposeful Death
The town of Bellsville, Pennsylvania has one stop light that hangs in its center. It’s lined with forests and rural domains as far as the eye can see. The town contains about 2,000 human beings who worship at St. Francis Church on Plum Run Lane. The church is accompanied by its preparatory academy for girls. They were ranked nationally for acceptance into higher education facilities.
By Luminosa4 years ago in Horror
Deep Sea Madness
Captain Davis spent weeks preparing for his mission. He was certain that he was ready. He saw the submarine for the first time the day he was to begin. “This is the MS-Pebble,” His superior informed him.
By Jean Bruce4 years ago in Horror
Execution
Even the Hun didn’t shoot their own men. At least that’s what Private Miller had been told. He took a breath and tried to stand up straight, the stench of the trenches mingling with a clear Westerly breeze that promised Spring. Somewhere miles behind the ruined farmhouse the German artillery pieces were warming up their barrels with a morning volley. The sky rumbled low and some crows, fat on human flesh, squawked and took to the sky.
By James Ashton4 years ago in Horror
Drake is Sleeping
After a long day, who wouldn’t want a good night’s rest? Many experts suggest 6 to 8 hours of sleep to fully recharge the body for a fresh new day. Most people, if they could, would do just that. However, not everyone has the time or luxury to safely tuck themselves in for the night.
By Victor Eaves4 years ago in Horror
Benny & the Thing in the Basement
Benny ordered two Hawaiian pizzas with cheesy bread sticks, hot wings, and a full 2 liter Mountain Dew. His mom was out of town at a knitting convention, and he was gonna game all weekend. He was thinking he’d play some WoW, some LoL, then space it out with some anime while he ate the pile of junk food at his disposal. He even remembered to stop and grab some antacids while he was buying chips and candy at the store.
By Tyler Clark (they/he)4 years ago in Horror
The Well
Naomi was so very thirsty. She could feel the dryness in her mouth as she thought of the choice before her. “I have to make a decision soon,” she said, as she licked her cracked and blistered lips. She could taste the blood that had clotted at the corner of her mouth and scowled with disgust. How long have we been stranded on this damn island, Naomi thought. She tried to piece together the time since the cruise liner sank. Had it been one week or two? The only thing Naomi knew with certainty was that the human body could not survive two weeks without water. Naomi was in a race against time. As she lifted herself off the sandy floor and dusted off her dirty jeans, she looked up at the sky and admired the brilliant Azure sky all around her. Naomi never believed in God and thought of herself as a staunch and strict Atheist, but today, for the first time in her adult life, she looked to the sky and pleaded with God... “please, if you’re up there...help me.” She sobbed to herself quietly, feeling completely defeated. She shifted her gaze to the edge of the trees where she had buried the bodies.
By Ashley McLain4 years ago in Horror
Linguini Loch
If walkers ever asked me where they should visit in the Highlands, I always recommend Linguini Loch. The loch sits in the basin of four large hills that are popular with hikers. From the ridges, you can see down into the water. All that dense seaweed, just below the surface. The wind causes the underwater plant life to pull into strange knots and patterns. They weave in and out of each other, like the loch is squirming. Saturated by green snakes - or as the name suggests, filled with dark, linguini pasta. People have reported seeing the faces of loved ones in the shapes created by the seaweed. Others are haunted by their enemies, or visions of how they will meet their fate. Locals pretend they can finally see their bus arriving on time.
By Guy Larsen4 years ago in Horror
The Undecided
In that split second of no return, most of us decide. Whether the body succumbs to a short or long illness, or a sudden accidental fall, we take the leap. We choose. We have had enough. We move with intention, from life to death, leaving the body behind. We move toward whatever we have imagined our next life might offer. Most of us. Those who decide.
By Sandra Alexander 4 years ago in Horror
The Cruel Prince
Wise men will tell you not to listen to legends, or heed the words of strangers whispered so low they hang on frosty air. But travel across the border from England to Wales along the Northern coast, past Connah’s Quay and Bagillt into the forests of twisted trees surrounding Gwaenysgor and the most cautious traveller could not evade the tale of the Cruel Prince of Dolwyddelan. Even if they were to avoid the roads and shun the company of men, some say that on misty nights the wind blows through the reeds and the reeds sing of his follies and of his fate.
By Meg Challis4 years ago in Horror
Witchbane
Imagine living in a world where magic was the dominant force. Where werewolves had the best clothing stores and vampires made the best bloody marys.
By Christina Nelson 4 years ago in Horror
From the Bottom
“The light is out in the lighthouse.” “….again?” “Yeah, probably just some kids, hard to get the Sherriff to care about anything off the mainland.”
By Quin Walworth4 years ago in Horror