You go for a walk and accidentally bump into someone. They feel the bump, but the person can't seem to hear or see you.

Posted in Thriller and Suspense on Mar 30, 2021

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“Haunted Village, Haunted Lives” by Juli Seyfried

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“Why don’t you wait in line here with Sonny while I go see if the lines are shorter at other houses?” I say to my husband, Del. “This haunted village is more popular than I thought it would be.”I get a nod from him. He’s shivering slightly from the dark, cold night. I’d just like to get inside and get warm. Our young son in his Halloween costume is toasty and excited to see scary stuff. Waiting in a long line could put an end to that.“If I’m not back in 10 minutes, look for me,” I say to Del.Del says, “Don’t worry; I’ll know you by your...

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“Common Courtesy” by Marin Dremock

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“Oh gosh, I’m so sorry.” I extended my arms to steady the young man I had just carelessly stumbled into. He did not return the courtesy. Instead, he just glanced around in confusion, as if he was only disturbed by the trickle of raindrops falling from the October clouds. He stood still, frantically darting his eyes back and forth as if they were trailing a small fly buzzing in his personal space. Feeling disturbed myself, I tracked his movements, wondering why he wouldn’t bother to say a word. The people in this town aren’t lik...

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“If Only "I Do"” by Jasmine Crumb

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Today is the day. I’m finally becoming Mrs. Alexander. All of the planning and long nights were worth it. I throw the covers to the side and slide into my house slippers, which I only took off a few short hours ago. I’m running off of 3 hours and 12 minutes of sleep but I couldn’t be more excited. Tony Alexander stole my heart 2 years to the day, on a train going upstate. He was shy, but charming and had a smile no woman could resist. I never did make it to my destination that day, Cupid had other plans in mind for me. And we’ve been togethe...

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“Anonymous Fillers” by Sam Deans

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“Fuck you Corporate America!” John Smith said aloud, while walking back to his house in the suburbs. Everything had been going great until Corporate had decided to upgrade the department. What the hell is this! Was his exclamation and honest question in response to finding that moving monitors had replaced half of his coworkers, upon returning to work. His colleagues, Patrick, Jacquelin, Derek, and Samantha were gone. Now all that remained of his social circle from work was Matthew, and Matthew had never really been a big part of the group a...

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“Running into trouble” by Alyssa Perry

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Abby was a widow with two children, Josh and Suzy. Josh was in high school and very athletic, while suzy was in middle school and insanely shy. Abby has been in a depressed phase since the divorce from her husband. She was struggling to support her children. She’s been getting better now that she has a new job and has been working on herself. She goes on runs, does yoga, and works out, which makes her feel much better. One morning before she had to wake the kids up for school she went on a run around the neighborhood. She looks down at her w...

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“Who's There?” by Lynn Den

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The sun was beginning to set over the city landscape. Rudy’s tail flicked from side to side in frustration as they paced around the small apartment. School was kicking their ass and it was making their anxiety spike again. They glanced up as the sun began to shine in their eyes. A thought ran through their mind. “Maybe a quick walk would help clear my mind.” The thought was quite appealing. Fall was in full swing, bright oranges and reds coloring the trees lining the streets. Tullest Park was only a short walk from their apartment too....

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“He Wanted To...” by D.W. P.

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He walked all the way to the middle of the forest, gone off the trail, climbed through trees and rocks to find a place where he could be alone. He walked all the way out there perhaps because he was tired of feeling alone whilst surrounded by people, or maybe to escape everything that reminded him of something. Or who’s to say he didn’t just enjoy the fresh air. He walked to the middle of that forest where he stood alone, feeling the breeze on his plum cheeks. He was tired from walking, or perhaps from running away. His sweat dripped through...

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You go for a walk and accidentally bump into someone. They feel the bump, but the person can't seem to hear or see you.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 52 stories

“Haunted Village, Haunted Lives” by Juli Seyfried

“Common Courtesy” by Marin Dremock

“If Only "I Do"” by Jasmine Crumb

“Anonymous Fillers” by Sam Deans

“Running into trouble” by Alyssa Perry

“Who's There?” by Lynn Den

“He Wanted To...” by D.W. P.

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Write a story about someone spending the night in an old Victorian home-turned-hotel on Halloween.

You go to visit your neighbor. When you ring the doorbell, a stranger appears and tells you that your neighbor has been dead for ten years.

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Write a story about an eventful evening of trick-or-treating.

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