Yes, most likely. Since it's a collection of 'best new ghost stories', they are probably designed to be scary. The unknown elements in ghost stories, like the sudden appearance of a spirit or the unexplained noises, tend to send shivers down the spine.
Well, without having read every single one in 'best new ghost stories', some common types might include haunted house stories. For example, there could be a story about a family that moves into an old mansion and strange things start to happen like doors slamming on their own and cold spots in certain rooms. Another might be a ghostly encounter in a cemetery where a person sees a figure that vanishes when they approach.
You can find New Orleans ghost stories in local books. There are quite a few books dedicated to the spooky tales of the city, like 'Haunted New Orleans'.
Well, the scariness of the stories in 'new hope ghost stories' can vary. If the stories are well - written with vivid descriptions of the ghosts and their actions, such as a ghostly figure slowly approaching a sleeping person, then they can be very frightening. Also, if they play on common fears like the fear of the unknown or fear of death, they will likely be scary.
There might be a story of a haunted ship. Sailors on a ship start to notice strange occurrences, like objects moving by themselves and cold spots. It could be related to a past disaster on the ship where many lives were lost, and the souls are trapped on the vessel.
I haven't read all of 'the dark new ghost stories' yet. But generally, the ones with the most vivid descriptions of the spooky settings are likely to be good. For example, stories that take place in old, abandoned mansions where every creaking floorboard adds to the suspense.
Well, a common characteristic is a strong sense of atmosphere. For example, in 'The Ghostly Grove', the author creates a really spooky forest setting. Another is complex characters. In 'The Phantom's Lair', the main character has a lot of depth and her interactions with the ghosts are really interesting. And often, there's a mystery to solve, like in 'The Enigma of the Haunted House' where the mystery of the house's haunting drives the story forward.
One of the famous New Orleans ghost stories is about the LaLaurie Mansion. Madame LaLaurie was known for her cruel treatment of slaves. It's said that the tortured souls of the slaves still haunt the mansion. People claim to hear screams and see apparitions. Another is the story of the Sultan's Ghost at the Hotel Monteleone. Legend has it that a sultan was killed there and his ghost still roams the halls.
There's also 'The Bell Witch'. This story is based on a real - life haunting in Tennessee. The Bell Witch tormented the Bell family, making strange noises, moving objects, and even attacking family members. It's a long - standing and well - known ghost story that has been passed down through generations, and the details of the hauntings are very creepy.
Another is 'Anna Dressed in Blood' by Kendare Blake. The main character, Cas, is a ghost hunter who encounters the very powerful and vengeful ghost, Anna. It has a great mix of horror, romance, and mystery that makes it a thrilling YA ghost story.