Best horror novel to read?

A good one for beginners is 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson. It's not overly gory but still manages to be extremely creepy. The atmosphere in Hill House is so well - described that you can almost feel the cold and the sense of dread. It plays on psychological horror, with the characters' minds being affected by the house, which is a great introduction to the horror genre.

One great horror mystery story is 'The Turn of the Screw' by Henry James. It's a classic that keeps you guessing whether the ghosts are real or just in the governess's mind. Another is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. The mystery of Dracula's powers and how to stop him is truly terrifying. And 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier is also a wonderful choice. The mystery surrounding the previous Mrs. de Winter haunts the new bride throughout the story.

The story 'Whiteout' is a great Arctic horror. It's about a group of people trapped in a blizzard in the Arctic. As they try to survive, strange things start to happen. There's also 'Frozen Blood' which tells of a scientist in an Arctic research station who uncovers a dark secret that has been frozen for centuries. And then there's 'Arctic Shadows' where a team of explorers encounter shadowy figures in the Arctic night that seem to be more than just figments of their imagination.

Some great horror stories to read include 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It has the classic vampire theme that has influenced countless horror works. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley, which explores the horror of creation gone wrong. 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe is also a must - read. Its short length packs a powerful punch of psychological horror.

One great offline horror story is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's a short but extremely chilling tale of a man's descent into madness over the old man's 'vulture - like' eye. The narrator's increasing paranoia and the way he finally confesses due to the sound of the old man's heart that he believes he can still hear, even after the murder, is truly terrifying.

I would recommend 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It's a classic that combines horror and science fiction elements. The idea of creating life through scientific means and the consequences that follow are truly terrifying.

In the category of best space horror novel, 'Leviathan Wakes' by James S.A. Corey is a great pick. It has a good mix of space adventure and horror elements. For best horror fiction, 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson is superb. The way it plays with the idea of a haunted house and the psychological impact on the characters is a masterclass in horror writing.

One of the best space horror novels is 'Alien' by Alan Dean Foster (based on the movie). It's terrifying as it combines the isolation of space with a deadly alien creature. For best horror fiction in general, 'The Shining' by Stephen King is a classic. It creates a sense of dread within the haunted Overlook Hotel.

Some of the best Tagalog Wattpad horror stories include 'Ang Lihim ng Balete'. The balete tree is often associated with the supernatural in Filipino folklore, and this story really plays on that. 'Ang Krimen sa Labas ng Bintana' is about a crime that has a supernatural element to it. The mystery and the horror elements blend well. And 'Ang Lihim ng Apoy' where fire seems to have a mind of its own and causes a lot of terrifying situations.

For beginners, 'NoSleep' is a good start. It has a wide range of horror stories from different authors, so you can get a taste of various horror sub - genres. Another option is 'Lore'. Since it's based on real - world folklore and history, it's not as extreme as some pure horror podcasts and can ease you into the world of horror stories.