I don't know the specific author. However, if you search for the book title in a library database or an online bookstore, you might be able to find out who wrote it. It could be a new author or someone who has written other horror works.
The story of the cursed doll could be one. It has this eerie presence that just makes you feel uneasy from the start. The way it seems to have a life of its own is truly terrifying.
One interesting story could be about a haunted house where strange noises and apparitions terrify the inhabitants. The sense of dread builds as the characters try to uncover the secrets of the place.
One of the best books of horror stories is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It's a classic that introduced the world to the iconic vampire, Count Dracula. The story builds a great sense of dread with its descriptions of Dracula's castle and his powers. It also has a great cast of characters like Jonathan Harker who are plunged into a world of horror.
One characteristic is the use of fear - inducing settings. Like in 'The Haunting of Hill House', the old, creepy mansion is a perfect backdrop for horror. Another is the presence of the unknown. In 'The Call of Cthulhu', the unknowable and powerful Cthulhu lurking in the shadows creates a sense of dread.
Probably. Since it has 'ghostly' in the title and multiple stories which might contain elements like fear, the unknown, and the supernatural, it has a high chance of being a horror book.
Some title ideas are 'Eyes in the Dark'. This title creates a sense of unease as if something is watching from the shadows. 'The Devil's Embrace' implies a malevolent force getting hold of someone. And 'Blood on the Moon' which combines the eerie image of the moon with the color of blood, often a symbol of danger and death in horror.