Books like Special delivery by Shirley Jackson

Shirley Jackson’s classic psychological horror, *The Haunting of Hill House*, follows a lonely woman drawn into an abandoned mansion whose malevolent presence ultimately consumes her.

Shirley Jackson's chilling short story "The Lottery" portrays a seemingly ordinary village ritual that reveals a dark climax.

A chilling anthology of nineteen Stephen King short stories, Night Shift turns everyday settings—high schools, factories, truck stops—into realms of horror, where monsters, demons, and uncanny dread lurk in the night.

Secrets Of A Career Girl - Carol Marinelli With the same work ethic that made her a doctor, Penny is determined to start a family. She’s come to terms with having IVF alone, but the biggest obstacle is keeping it a secret from her persistent boss, Ethan Lewis. Penny thought it was her hormones making her hyperaware of Ethan’s dark eyes and sexy smile, but as she confides in him, she realises it’s their sizzling chemistry! For The Baby's Sake - Beverly Long Burned in the past, Detective Sawyer Montgomery has learned to stay guarded when a beautiful woman is involved. Problem is, getting the key testimony to close a case requires a hands-on approach, because strong-willed counsellor Liz Mayfield is quickly getting under his skin. Now that his witness, Liz’s client, has suspiciously vanished, joining forces to save the pregnant teen’s life is their only option. But it soon becomes clear that the danger targeting Liz places her in need of protection — and this unexpected complication will test every fibre of Sawyer’s self-control... A Very Special Delivery - Brenda Harlen Being trapped in a strange town in a freak blizzard is scary enough, but Julie Marlowe just went into labour in someone’s driveway! Lucky for her, a handsome stranger came to her rescue. Several hours later, Julie was the proud mother of an infant son…and in danger of falling for the sexy vet who delivered her baby! Lukas Garrett didn’t know how much he wanted to be a father — or a husband! — until he helped bring Julie’s little boy into the world. But Julie’s past could derail her future with Luke, unless she’s willing to trust her heart…

A summer of fun turns to horror when Derek and his friends join a new mail-order club in which they create their own monsters who then actually come to life.

A companion volume of 56 Shirley Jackson pieces—over forty first‑time prints—including unsettling short stories, candid essays, humorous family recollections, and whimsical illustrations.

A family gathering turns sinister when an aunt’s apocalyptic vision triggers madness, fear, and violence among relatives in Shirley Jackson’s atmospheric Gothic tale.

A romance that explores the complex bonds formed when a famous billionaire unexpectedly embarks on a heartfelt journey into fatherhood and love.