Amherst, New Hampshire, is known for its lush landscapes and pastoral beauty. It's also the home of The One, a hideous little ghost boy named Samson, who's been dead for centuries and feeds off the life force of the living. His smile is as alluring as he is deadly. Now, Shane Ryan must destroy him before Samson grants the Watchers eternal life. Shane is weary, depressed and in love with a ghost. If that's not bad enough, his depression is leading him into reckless behavior on his job. He's no longer a ghostbuster as much as a killing machine. He's obsessed with annihilating the Watchers and their properties, one ghost and one human at a time. But his personal life is on a collision course with his professional mission and his friends are worried. When Shane finally finds Samson, the encounter is cataclysmic. With demonic glee, the lethal specter relishes the thought of killing the ghost hunter. Fueled by hate, Shane's obsession to destroy the Watchers and Samson drives him to the edge. As events spiral into a dark place, Shane realizes their end could also be his own.

Amherst Burial Ground - Berkley Street Series, #9

I scream, you scream.Scare Street is proud to present a new collection of Ron Ripley's bone-chilling tales of terror. Five macabre masterpieces, lovingly crafted from the darkest depths of your nightmares. This collection includes:Walking - A camping trip in the wilderness leads to bloodshed when an inexperienced outdoorsman trespasses on forbidden ground.The Bridge - A cancer patient's recovery takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that cheating death comes with a hidden cost.Squatting - A homeless man seeking shelter from the cold discovers that some abandoned houses hold deadly ties to the past.Maker's Hill - A curious ghost hunter unearths a town's dark history of violence, and learns that some secrets are meant to stay buried.The First Bad Thing - The murder of a child's furry friend sends him on a hunt for a vicious supernatural predator that only he can stop.There's no end to the terror found within these tales of dread. But whatever you do, try not to scream too loud. You never know who might be listening in the dark.

Scary Stories

Shane Ryan and his ghostbusting partner, Frank Benedict, have been killing ghosts all over New England. He's always thought the jobs were random until he runs into The Watchers, an elite group who's decided Shane is a threat to their own sinister plans. Their leader, Harlan Canus, sends Shane a gruesome message that can't be ignored. Marie Lafontaine joins Shane and Frank as they descend on Borgin Keep, which is set in the lush hills of Vermont. They discover The Watchers have a few ghastly secrets of their own, hidden within the chilling castle. Emmanuel Borgin, long dead, has an uneasy alliance with Watchers. Alliance or not, Shane is determined to finish the job . even if it means destroying Harlan right along with the deadly Emmanuel!The trio searches the hidden passages and secret rooms for Emmanuel's bones, realizing Borgin Keep is a shifting house of horrors. From the flesh-eating undead to faceless demons, Emmanuel throws his worst supernatural minions at the crew. Shane knows he's got to stop Emmanuel and Harlan or more innocents will die, suffering unspeakable torture, and agonizing deaths. Failure is not an option, but annihilating the uncanny ghost and his grisly castle could be the last job Shane ever completes.

Borgin Keep - Berkley Street Series, #8

Taking a much-needed break, ghost hunter, Shane Ryan, spends a day exploring an old New England town. What starts as a hike, becomes a deadly game of cat and mouse with a malevolent ghost who preys upon unsuspecting visitors. Shane has seen his share of bad spirits, but nothing could have prepared him for the evil predator dogging his trail. Abel Latham is the scourge of Griswold, a deathly quiet town populated by the undead. Abel stalks the hapless victims who stumble onto his unholy ground before torturing them to death. The police rarely notice who's missing until two brothers disappear and the only clues are the boys' abandoned trucks and blood. Lots of blood. Though shaken by the gruesome details of Abel's depraved life and dreadful crimes, Shane knows his new job is to end Latham's reign of terror and his vengeance for blood. As Shane hunts his ghostly mark, he prays he won't be the next grisly artifact found in Griswold Forest!

The Town of Griswold - Berkley Street Series, #3

Brian Roy, ghostbuster extraordinaire, is forced to admit the chills and thrills of his career are taking a toll on his bad ticker. To save his life, he takes a no-stress job as Superintendent of Woods Cemetery and can't be happier . until dead people - angry dead people - rear their grisly heads and grasping hands, pulling him back into his old job!Brian's first day quickly goes downhill when fog descends like an icy fortress, separating him from the outside world. Caught between a rock and a tombstone, he takes refuge in his office and learns there may be one way out. The crypt. Ruled by a malevolent spirit, the crypt and its undead residents are determined to make Brian their latest victim. When Brian's wife, Jenny, learns what's happening, she takes matters into her own hands. With the help of a ghost hunter, Jenny goes after her husband. But, nothing - absolutely nothing - can prepare them for the horrors they'll face!

The Paupers' Crypt - Moving In Series, #5

The gleaming muzzle of a rifle burns with an insatiable desire, and its new owner is all too happy to comply.Haunted items are traversing the country and its ghosts are wreaking havoc on their new owners. At the center of the chaos is an old rifle possessed by a blood-thirsty specter, who dreams of massacres at every turn. Meanwhile, lurking in a nearby mailbox is an antique novel, possessed by a monster who takes pleasure in agonizing, heart-stopping torture. Stefan Korzh's plan is unraveling flawlessly and he can't imagine a better way of seeking revenge on the world. But Victor Daniels and Jeremy Rhinehart won't let that happen. Recovering from their grisly encounters with the dead, they're more prepared than ever before. They work on finding the sources of bloodshed and imprisoning the crazed collectibles. With murderous ghosts continuing to raise the death toll, Victor and Jeremy have their hands full. They race against time to stop the mayhem and save innocent bystanders. Fueled by their quest for revenge, each step brings them toward the culprit behind all the horror. But as they get closer to catching this madman, they discover how dangerous Stefan Korzh truly is.

Walter's Rifle - Haunted Collection, #2

A soul weary Shane Ryan has physical and emotional scars-souvenirs of his gruesome occupation. His latest job is in Nashua, a sleepy little upstate New Hampshire town that's been awakened by a rampage of murders in Slater Mill. The body count is escalating at an alarming rate. The police have no motive or suspects regarding the grisly killings and the residents are scared!As he prepares to leave for Slater Mill, Shane is visited by an old acquaintance whose timing couldn't be worse. Shane's personal demons are driving him to the edge and he's running out of time to save himself and stop the slaughter at the mill. Finally, armed and ready, he heads to Nashua to take down the ghost behind the killings, Pierre Gustav, who is just as brutal in death as he was in life!The minute Shane reaches the old abandoned building, his senses are jangling. The mill is deathly silent as a ghost crew mans the machines. Shane focuses on Pierre, knowing the merciless specter must not win this battle. Shane isn't afraid to die; at one time, he would have welcomed death. But it's not in him to quit. Now facing the deadliest fight of his life, Shane only has one goal: destroy Pierre Gustav or die trying.

Slater Mill - Berkley Street Series, #7

Stefan Korzh's desire to destroy the lives of everyone around him knows no bounds. His haunted antique collection continues to spread and turn his diabolical plans into reality. Victor Daniels and Tom Crane are the only ones who can stop the madness before it's too late.4 - Hank's RadioThe lives of Stefan Korzh, Victor Daniels, and Tom Crane become more intertwined as they continue to play the blood-riddled sport. When old friends - and enemies - reveal themselves, Victor and Tom realize that anything is possible in a game filled with ghosts and vengeance.5 - The Burning GirlWhen a fire-obsessed spirit indulges in her addiction for scorched buildings and burned flesh, Victor and Tom find themselves in the middle of a bloody trail of chaos. They'll soon discover that this fiery enemy will test the limits of their strength in ways they could have never imagined.6 - Knife in the DarkA brutal urge to plunge a knife deep into innocent bystanders is overtaking the residents of Concord, New Hampshire. As Victor and Tom investigate, they discover that vengeance exacts a heavy toll on both the living and the dead.

Haunted Collection Series: Books 4 - 6 - Haunted Collection

The game of death has only just begun.Professor Abel Worthe's experiment in terror continues. But as Marcus Holt battles against these supernatural killers, a new terror rises up from the village's haunted grounds-terror that even the Professor can't control. Book 4 - Soul Harvest: Trapped in Worthe's haunted village, Marcus and his team discover a frightened young mother eager to reunite with her child. But they soon become the target of a wrathful spirit that longs to carve out the heart of any mother he can find. Book 5 - Poisonous Whispers: When a new building appears in the village's snow-swept streets, Marcus and his team are haunted by the cries of panicked children. But they soon find themselves stalked by the ghost of a bitter old woman, whose touch brings a painful death to her victims. Book 6 - Brutal Lessons: As Marcus and the others navigate a rotting old schoolhouse, they are hunted by the vengeful spirit of its former headmaster. This blood-thirsty ghost is forever bound to an old wooden cane. a weapon he uses to beat people to death. Now known as Subject B, Marcus Holt struggles to survive one terrifying encounter after another. He swore he would do whatever it took to escape. But against enemies such as these, death may be the only way out.

Haunted Village Series Books 4 - 6 - Haunted Village Series

A deadly collection of haunted antiques has been unleashed.A cursed rifle. A possessed mirror. A demonic child's toy. Dark relics with a bloody past are unleashed by a sadistic occultist. Every antique brings death to their new owners. And only one man can stop this sinister plan. Historian Victor Daniels confronts terrifying supernatural horror in this spine-tingling series. This set contains:1 - Collecting DeathVictor Daniels discovers a collection of haunted antiques has been unleashed upon the world. And only he can hunt them all down. But it's not long before he realizes the vengeful spirits within are more bloodthirsty now than when they were alive.2 - Walter's RifleKorzh's plan to spread fear and paranoia is set in motion, but Victor Daniels stands in his way. As the historian races against time to stop the mayhem, he discovers how dangerous Stefan truly is.3 - Blood in the MirrorAs Victor continues his quest against evil, family secrets are revealed within the elegance of an ancient mirror. He discovers a terrifying force lurking in the shadows. Nothing is ever as it seems.Each sinister antique is a twisted prison for a deadly spirit, with an unquenchable thirst for blood and revenge. Can Victor Daniels find them all and stop the mad occultist before it's too late?

Haunted Collection Series: Books 1 - 3 - Haunted Collection

Shane, and Frank, two ghostblasting military vets, have a new job - the gruesome ghosts of Kurkow Prison. When one of the clueless new owners cuts the iron chains that keep the deadly ghosts locked inside the prison, the property becomes hell on earth! Shane and his brother-in-arms can't believe the inherent stupidity of the new owners. Fools, Pete and Ollie, forge ahead, ignoring Shane's warnings and unleash a spectral horde on Gaiman, New Hampshire!Taking over the town, the undead kill everyone in sight. Shane and his comrades wonder why the ghosts are focused on Mulberry Street. As the battle rages on, the men discover the town is covered in a shroud of secrecy. Hoping to stop an Armageddon, Shane and Frank wage war against time, a winter freeze and vengeful ghosts. It'll take all their combined battle skills, supernatural experience and the courage to be as savage as their unholy enemies to save the few brave survivors waiting on a savior. As the truth about Mulberry Street unravels, Shane and crew unearth the deepest secret . which lies very, very close to home!

Kurkow Prison - Berkley Street Series, #5

Manic laughter echoes through the night as victims struggle for their last breath.Mysterious deaths continue with every haunted item Stefan Korzh releases into the world. Horror and mayhem are felt everywhere, from trailer parks to the hallowed bayous of New Orleans. But as he finds himself pushed into a corner by those who want him dead, Korzh goes to great lengths to establish an unlikely alliance. The only thing more threatening than his desire for revenge is the new ghost he has set loose. Appearing as a frail elderly woman, Martha's inviting smile is as deceitful as her looks. It masks a terrible cruelty as she draws the final gasps of air from her victims, and delights in their pleas for mercy. Meanwhile, there's no rest for the trio caught in the midst of Korzh's games. Victor and Ariana are close to uncovering the key to mysteries that haunt them, and come face to face with secrets that will change the course of their lives forever. Even Tom's attempts at an ordinary life are shattered with a stark reminder that nothing about him can ever be normal. With terrors closing in from all sides, each will have to go to great lengths to survive. There's no escaping the horrors they must face, or the pain they must endure. The stakes have never been higher, and one mistake could end up being their last.

Last Breath - Haunted Collection, #7

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.Dan Tate feels like his life is spiraling out of control. His PTSD symptoms have returned, fueled by the terrifying ordeals he has faced. His ex-wife has dragged him into court, threatening to take custody of their children. And worst of all, Beverly's sinister partner has finally revealed herself.Consumed by her obsessive desire for revenge, this evil mastermind is willing to do whatever it takes to make the town of Anger pay. With the help of a collector from New York, she obtains a ghost that could make her and Beverly's plans come to fruition. And together, they are an unstoppable force. Dan has only one hope for victory. He must force her to confront the horrors she has inflicted on the town. But this enemy knows Dan's heart better than anyone. And she knows exactly how to hurt him the most.

Anger's Ruin - Tormented Souls Series, #6

He found the house of his dreams. And unleashed his greatest nightmare.Brian Roy just wants to get away from the stress of city life. Escape the noise, the crime, and the anxiety of his high-pressure job. So when he and his wife move into a beautiful old farmhouse in the scenic New Hampshire countryside, he can finally relax and find some peace. But when he discovers a dead body in the woods and a burial ground in his basement, Brian could never imagine the shocking history of the house or its former occupants that comes to light. The old farmhouse's shadowy corridors hide a legacy of secrets, bloodshed, and pain. And Brian's family are not the only ones who roam the house's dark rooms.Soon, Brian finds himself locked in battle with a supernatural entity of unimaginable evil - the spirit of a deranged child, who tortures and kills with diabolical glee. It has been watching, waiting. And now that Brian and his family have moved in... It's time to play.

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