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What makes really dark short stories so appealing?

2024-11-04 17:39
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The suspense. In dark short stories, there's often a sense of impending doom. For example, in 'The Monkey's Paw', we keep waiting to see what the next wish will bring and how the family will be further punished. It keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

The Useless Consort Suddenly Makes A Comeback

The Useless Consort Suddenly Makes A Comeback

“Even if Yama wants a person dead, Almighty Ye can bring them back to life!” The one in a century miracle doctor, Ye Qianli, fights the King of Hell, King Yama, and the Grim Reaper with a silver needle in one hand. She wins every battle and never fails. In a transmigration, she becomes the princess of a dynasty. It was a pity that she's not doted on by her father and mother. She is even framed by her cousin who wants to destroy her goddess body, snatch her man, and steal her money. Scram! With the godly doctor possessing her body, she becomes ferocious. Cultivating a divine cultivation technique and refining divine pills, she tramples on bitches and slaps their faces, I'll let you know what it means to be the favored daughter of heaven! She can produce worldly treasures herself and picks up treasure everywhere she goes. It just makes one envious and jealous. In a unfortunate sequence of events, due to an intense poison, she "offends" a cold and handsome man in a moment of desperation. Legend had it the revered one in the dynasty, the Prince Charming of the educational institution. If he catches her, he would want to torture and kill her. What should she do?
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The Apple of the Ruthless CEO's Eye: My Sweet Wife Is so Adorable

The Apple of the Ruthless CEO's Eye: My Sweet Wife Is so Adorable

Qiao Mu moved in with the rich and powerful Qiao family as a bastard when she was five. She lived on tiptoes, fearful of upsetting her stepmother and stepsister. Living in the mansion next door was a big brother who spoiled her like a princess, buying her all the cakes and candies in the world. However, he suddenly disappeared one day. Ten years later, he was back. Qiao Mu first encountered him again on her eighteenth birthday party, even though she did not recognize him, and she ended up waking up in his bed! A series of event unfolded after that, and Qiao Mu was certain that this man was no longer the affectionate big brother who doted on her. But was it really so? What was actually on his mind?
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D.E.M.O.N.S: Getting Summoned Weekly isn't so Bad

D.E.M.O.N.S: Getting Summoned Weekly isn't so Bad

“Kat, you have a tail” said Lily “Look, Lily, it really isn’t that big of a concern” said Kat “You.Have.A.TAIL KAT” said Lily “How is this not a concern to you?” “Well, the dream I had was a bit weird as well, but if I’m honest, I’m mainly worried about the floating text that’s on fire” said Kat “THE What?” said Lily --------------------------------------------------- Join Kat on her dimension hopping adventures as she fullfills her demonic duty and answers the call of the summoner. Each week Kat will get involved with new strange situations and oppurtunites that await her. During the week she'll have her best friend Lily, and perhaps a little help from Sylvie to figure out what's she supposed to do with her life now that she's becoming a demon. Chapters releasing daily ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Artwork by CristianAC: https://www.deviantart.com/cristianac Story Discord: https://discord.gg/YzGgDHC
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I’m Really a Superstar

I’m Really a Superstar

Zhang Ye was originally a mundane college graduate with aspiring dreams to become a star, but unfortunately has below average looks and height. However one day, he woke up and suddenly found himself in a parallel world! It’s like the same world, but wait a minute…many brands, celebrities and even famous works from his world changed and are gone in this new world! Armed with the profound literary knowledge of his previous world and a heaven-defying Game Ring that gives him magical items, stats and skills, Zhang Ye embarks on a journey to pursue his life-long dream of becoming famous! Follow Zhang Ye as he takes the new world by storm, one plagiarized piece at a time, to hilarious reactions!
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So Pure, So Flirtatious

So Pure, So Flirtatious

Yang Ming is an underachiever in high school. Unmotivated, he skips class to shoot pool, cheats on his exams and gets into fights. However, by an act of goodwill and fate, he obtains some high-tech contact lenses that give him superpowers. Together with his gangster street-smarts and ruthless fighting skills, it doesn't take long for him dramatically change his life for the better. As his journey unfolds, he battles against society's big guns and attempts to bring justice into an unjust world. Along the way, he has many interesting and romantic encounters with the ladies who are charmed by his shameless flirting. How will he use his superpowers? Will he be able to overcome evil and bring justice to the world? Who will he choose to be with at the end? -------------------- Chat with us on Discord https://discord.gg/xvjj4dA Chat about other Exodus Tales novels at https://discord.gg/7X4BGdc Check out our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GT.SPSF If you want to support us even more, check out our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/SPSF Character List: http://gravitytales.com/page/so-pure-so-flirtatious/character%20list
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My Pet Beast is really not an Evil God

My Pet Beast is really not an Evil God

Gary Smith arrived in a peculiar world of beastmasters, where an ancient taboo was reborn from the depth of time, and an evil god was lurking. In this world, birds and beasts, rivers and mountains, even elements could spawn spiritual power and turn into pet beasts. Among them, the powerful ones became ecological niches by themselves, radiating secret realm ecosystems such as the Yellow Spring, Skeleton Kingdom, Succubus Nest, and Kingdom of the Sky Tree, nurturing countless followers. The beastmasters make contracts with the pet beasts, nurture them, and control the spiritual power. After witnessing the "Taboo Sun" event, Gary Smith obtained the ability to extract materials from everything in the world and compile "Secret Food". Through the Evolutionary Secret Food, the combination of "The Shattered Dusk World" + "Ancient Dragon’s Dead Egg" results in the Feast of the End. When the pet beast consumes it, it evolves into the Dusk Dragon God. The Dusk Domain erodes the world, turning into the God at the end of time. The Skill Secret Food allows the pet beasts to plunder skills from everything, becoming omniscient and omnipotent. The Sacrificial Secret Food snatches the taboo time, sacrifices the ancient beings, and blasphemes against the gods. His style of beast control also started to become peculiar. There is the Spider Shadow that devours ancient dragons and weaves dreams of all lives with its threads, the Red Master that pollutes the multiverse, and the Devourer of the Realms, who consumes worlds... In response to this, he explained, "My pet beasts are just a bit peculiar. They really are not evil gods!"
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What makes really creepy short stories so appealing?

2 answers
2024-12-13 10:13

Well, really creepy short stories appeal because they tap into our primal fears. Fear of the unknown, like in 'The Yellow Wallpaper' where the woman is slowly losing her mind and we don't fully understand what's in the wallpaper. Also, they can be a form of escapism. Instead of dealing with our normal, mundane lives, we enter a world full of horror and mystery. And the vivid descriptions in these stories, such as in 'The Monkey's Paw', make the horror seem so real.

What makes really short mystery stories so appealing?

2 answers
2024-11-10 16:21

They're appealing because they're quick reads. You can finish one during a short break. For example, on a bus ride or waiting in line.

What makes a dark stories short story so appealing?

3 answers
2024-11-24 02:45

The mystery. In a dark short story, there are often elements that are not fully explained. This leaves the reader to wonder and fill in the gaps, like in a story where a strange figure is lurking in the shadows but we never really know who or what it is. It's this sense of the unknown that draws people in.

What makes dark horror short stories so appealing?

1 answer
2024-11-21 18:00

The suspense. In short horror stories, there's often a build - up of tension that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. For example, in 'The Tell - Tale Heart', the narrator's increasing paranoia creates a sense of unease. Also, they can explore the darker side of human nature. Stories like 'The Yellow Wallpaper' show how a person can be driven to madness, which is both fascinating and terrifying.

What makes really bad but funny short stories so appealing?

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2024-11-03 18:07

The unexpectedness. In a really bad but funny short story, things go horribly wrong in a way that you don't expect. It catches you off guard and makes you laugh. For example, like the man who thought he could talk to animals and started having a full - on conversation with a squirrel, which of course just ran away.

What Makes Dark Fantasy Lovecraft Short Stories So Appealing?

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2024-12-13 00:05

The sense of cosmic horror. Lovecraft's stories make you feel like humanity is insignificant in the face of the vast, unknowable cosmos. His short stories often involve ancient, powerful entities that are far beyond our comprehension. This makes the stories very different from typical horror, as it's not just about a serial killer or a haunted house. It's about things that could potentially destroy all of humanity.

What makes really scary stories so appealing?

3 answers
2024-12-07 05:19

The thrill. We like to be scared in a safe way. Scary stories give us that adrenaline rush.

What makes 'dark and disturbing short stories' so appealing to some readers?

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2024-12-08 10:12

The sense of shock value also plays a role. When you read a disturbing story, it jolts you out of your normal state of mind. It makes you question things and see the world from a different, often darker, perspective. For example, in 'The Cask of Amontillado' by Edgar Allan Poe, the narrator's act of burying his so - called friend alive is extremely shocking. It makes the reader think about revenge and the lengths some people might go to. Moreover, some readers enjoy the feeling of being on the edge while reading these stories, not knowing what truly dark turn the plot might take next.

What makes really scary vampire stories so appealing?

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2024-12-02 13:17

The mystery. Vampires are often shrouded in mystery. In really scary vampire stories, we don't fully understand their powers or their origins all the time. This unknown factor is very appealing as it makes us keep reading to find out more. For example, in 'Dracula', we are constantly trying to figure out Dracula's true nature.

What makes really scary creepypasta stories so appealing?

1 answer
2024-12-01 08:24

The sense of the unknown and the feeling of dread they create. In 'Ben Drowned', the way the game world starts to blend with the real world in a very abnormal and spooky way gives you a sense of unease. You don't know what will happen next or how far the horror will spread, and that's what makes these stories so appealing to those who like a good scare.

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