Books like Wait until dark by Judith Bauer Stamper
This compact anthology brings together seven tightly written horror stories, each exploring a different facet of dread and the uncanny. From creeping supernatural encounters to unsettling psychological twists, every tale is designed to keep readers on edge until the very end.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Judith Bauer Stamper
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