Since I haven't read the 'A Darkness on the Stairs Novel', it's hard to say precisely. However, it could be about a psychological journey related to the stairs. The 'darkness' might not be just a physical entity but also a symbol of the character's inner turmoil or fears. For example, the stairs could represent a path that the character is hesitant to take, and the 'darkness' could be all the uncertainties and potential threats that lie ahead on that path.
I'm not sure. You could try looking on websites that offer free e-books or check with online reading communities. Sometimes it might be available for free, but there's no guarantee.
In some stories, the area under the stairs can be seen as a sort of in - between space. For the 'boy under the stairs story', it might mean that the boy is in a liminal state. He's not fully part of the main living area upstairs or downstairs, but in this odd, tucked - away place. It could symbolize his isolation from the normal life around him.
Once upon a time, there was a group of kids who played a stairs game. They decided to see who could jump up the stairs the fastest. One kid, Tom, was really confident. He took a big leap at the first step. But then he tripped a bit on the third step. Another kid, Lily, was more careful. She steadily climbed each step. In the end, Lily won because she was consistent and didn't rush.
I'm not entirely sure as 'stairs the game' isn't a widely known mainstream game. It could be a very niche or indie game. Maybe it's about a character's journey up or down a series of stairs, facing various challenges or puzzles on each step.