A group of schoolboys are stranded on an uncharted island with no adult supervision in the midst of a world war. Excited by their newfound freedom, they attempt to create their own society but fail in the face of terror, sin, and evil. As order collapses and fear reigns, the hope of adventure and rescue becomes more distant. Labeled a parable and allegory of the darkness in man's heart, this unforgettable novel can be enjoyed by all.

Lord of the Flies

Experience the dark side of clowns in this fascinating book that delves into the history, psychology, and cultural significance of bad clowns. From well-known villains like the Joker and Pennywise to bizarre and lesser-known stories of clown obscenities, killer clowns, and troll clowns, this book is a blend of humor, investigation, and scholarship that reveals what's behind the clown's dark smile. Written by Benjamin Radford, a writer, investigator, and columnist for Discovery News, Bad Clowns is a pithy, abundantly illustrated study of the "bad clown" as a pop culture phenomenon.

Bad Clowns

A reporter is sent back to her hometown to cover the murders of two preteen girls, only to find herself haunted by her own troubled past. As she delves deeper into the case, she must confront the childhood tragedy she has tried to forget in order to unravel the psychological puzzle of both the present case and her own past. Taut, haunting, and unforgettable, this book is addictive from start to finish.

A Novel

Sharp Objects

A brutal murder leads Detective Ralph Anderson to arrest a beloved coach and family man in Flint City, but the evidence doesn't add up. As the investigation progresses, terrifying truths come to light, leaving everyone wondering: is evil lurking where it's least expected? Stephen King's gripping page-turner will keep you on the edge of your seat until the shocking conclusion.

The Outsider

Step into the hypnotic and dark world of Ray Bradbury's masterpiece about a sinister carnival that brings terror to Green Town, Illinois. Cooger & Dark’s Pandemonium Shadow Show promises to fulfill all desires, but at a terrible cost. Follow two friends who uncover its secrets and face the stuff of nightmares. Something Wicked This Way Comes is a timeless classic, suspenseful and frightening, that has endured in the American literary canon.

Something Wicked This Way Comes

Discover the chilling true story of one of the most sadistic serial killers of all time. John Gacy was a model citizen and hospital volunteer, but few knew what lay buried beneath his house of horrors. When a teenaged boy disappeared in 1978, prosecutor Terry Sullivan led the greatest manhunt of his career that uncovered the gruesome discovery of 29 corpses of abused boys in Gacy's crawlspace and four others found in the nearby river. Follow Sullivan's shocking eyewitness account as he reconstructs the investigation, taking you inside the heart of a serial murder investigation and trial. This updated edition features new revelations using DNA evidence to confirm the identities of additional victims and 16 pages of dramatic photos.

The John Wayne Gacy Murders

Killer Clown

Four novellas, each taking on the theme of a journey with different tones and characters, are bound together by the changing seasons in this hypnotic collection. From an unjustly imprisoned convict seeking revenge to a top high school student's obsession with the dark past of an older man, these gripping tales showcase Stephen King's consummate storytelling skills. The novellas became the basis for award-winning films The Shawshank Redemption and Stand By Me.

Four Novellas (No Series)

Different Seasons

In this chilling sequel to The Shining, Dan Torrance, now an adult, has found solace working in a hospice, using his paranormal gift known as "the shining" to help the dying prepare for the afterlife. But everything changes when he meets a young girl named Abra, who possesses an even more powerful form of the gift. Together they face a ruthless tribe known as the True Knot, reigniting Dan's own demons and testing their will to survive. A terrifying and unforgettable page-turner from Stephen King.

Doctor Sleep

This gripping mystery explores the theme of what it means to be human in a heartbreakingly tender and morally courageous way. Set in the pleasant Hailsham boarding school, Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy grow from schoolchildren to young adults, only to realize the full truth of their sheltered existence. Through memory and the impact of the past, the author creates an unforgettable book that examines how we treat the vulnerable and different in our society. Never Let Me Go is a scathing critique of human arrogance and a beautiful love story that breaks through the boundaries of the literary novel.

Never Let Me Go

This chilling novel follows Jack Torrance as he begins his new job at the remote Overlook Hotel as the off-season caretaker. He hopes to reconnect with his family and focus on his writing, but as winter sets in, strange and sinister forces gather around the hotel. The only one to notice is his son, Danny, a gifted five-year-old. Get ready for a spine-tingling experience.

The Shining

Geek Love is a twisted tale about the Binewski family, a group of carnival performers with their own brand of shocking human oddities. Through their use of drugs and radioisotopes, they breed children with flippers, albinism, and Siamese twin-like qualities. As the family travels the United States, their act gains devoted fans and outraged critics alike. This book takes a fascinating look at how our perceptions of beauty and normalcy can be profoundly altered.

Geek Love

A group of five 12-year old boys in 1960s Elm Haven, Illinois form a strong bond, but their summer turns dark when a classmate disappears and they discover other strange occurrences in town. They soon realize that something evil is lurking and they must stop it before it's too late in this thrilling tale of friendship, mystery, and horror.

Summer of Night

A group of kids with special abilities are taken to an institution where they are forced to use their powers for sinister purposes. Luke, one of the children, is determined to escape and get help, but no one has ever escaped from the Institute before.

The Institute

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A Thriller

Twilight Eyes

A chilling thriller that tests the limits of parental love and morality. A phone call from a stranger reveals your child has been kidnapped, and the only way to save them is to kidnap another child. Being a part of The Chain means following the rules, or facing dire consequences. Will you break the chain to save your child, or succumb to the demands of kidnappers? This gripping story will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Chain

An anthology of chilling tales that explore the sinister dangers lurking within The Dark Carnival. With contributions from multiple authors and illustrators, this spooky read promises a haunting and unforgettable experience that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on this terrifying journey into the unknown.

An Anthology of Horror

Dark Carnival

This classic horror novel explores the dark and twisted world of Count Dracula and his Victorian adversaries. As a series of disturbing incidents unfold in England, the battle between the sinister vampire and the determined human group heats up. Bram Stoker's work delves into complex themes of human identity, sanity, and Victorian sexuality, leaving readers breathless until the final page.

Dracula

¿Quién o qué mutila y mata a los niños de un pequeño pueblo norteamericano? ¿Por qué llega cíclicamente el horror a Derry en forma de un payaso siniestro que va sembrando la destrucción a su paso? Esto es lo que se proponen averiguar los protagonistas de esta novela. Tras veintisiete años de tranquilidad y lejanía, una antigua promesa infantil les hace volver al lugar en el que vivieron su infancia y juventud como una terrible pesadilla. Regresan a Derry para enfrentarse con su pasado y enterrar definitivamente la amenaza que los amargó durante su niñez. Saben que pueden morir, pero son conscientes de que no conocerán la paz hasta que aquella cosa sea destruida para siempre.

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Character originating in the Bill Hodges trilogy, then continuing in her own stories.