Looking for short stories, articles, audio dramas and more that deal with folklore? Check out our collection below.
The Cat in the Ruff by Tyson Blue
What if every object on your shelf had a secret past—a magical origin, a forgotten legend, a hidden truth? Jump into a world where heirlooms aren’t just decorative—they’re the seeds of fantastical tales told at bedtime, stitched together with heart, humor, and a dash of historical nonsense.
Curse of the Black Buddha by Chauncey Haworth
In a frozen war-torn forest, four soldiers venture deep behind enemy lines on a mission wrapped in mystery. Their goal: retrieve a strange relic from an ancient temple. But something is waiting in the shadows. Something that doesn’t belong in this world.
A Dead Ringer For A Black Fox: Part 1 by Brian Warf
In the winter of 1842, a caretaker arrives at the estate of a late shipping magnate, expecting a quiet stay. Instead, he faces eerie warnings, a black fox with ember-like eyes, and a bell tolling from the graveyard—forcing him to confront the dead who refuse to rest.
The Ghost of Potter’s Road By Wesley Critchfield
Some roads are best avoided after dark. A tale passed down through generations warns of a traveler, a curse, and a debt that demanded more than gold. Is it just an old wives’ tale—or something far more haunting?
The Black Eyed Children By Matt Lennox
In the eerie town of Glen Burnie, an ordinary Thanksgiving dinner turns into a terrifying encounter with the mysterious Black Eyed Children.
Yōkai of the Rising Sun By Eric J. Guignard
Corporal Hutchins and a small group of marines survive a shipwreck after an attack by Japanese forces, only to find themselves stranded on a mysterious island. As they struggle with their injuries, starvation, and the ever-present threat of sharks, they stumble upon something far more terrifying: the island is inhabited by yōkai—the malevolent spirits of Japanese folklore. Perfect for fans of war stories mixed with folklore horror, this tale weaves together historical tension and the unknown, leading to an unrelenting sense of dread. Will the marines survive the haunted island—or will they fall prey to its monstrous inhabitants?
The History of Mischief Night
Delve into the captivating history of Mischief Night, an evening steeped in pranks and playful chaos. From its roots in England’s May Day festivities to its transformation into an American tradition of nighttime naughtiness on October 30th.
A Haunted Island by Algernon Blackwood
A lone surveyor on an isolated island senses an unseen presence in Algernon Blackwood’s classic eerie short story.
The Christmas Angel by Mark Slade
For a pair of siblings, Christmas is a time of eerie traditions, cryptic rituals, and the presence of the Christmas Angel, a being whose arrival brings both joy and terror.
The Festival by H.P. Lovecraft
A trip of self discovery leads to a mysterious holiday celebration. But what begins as a quaint, snow-dusted New England visit quickly descends into a nightmarish revelation of ancient rituals and shadowy beings.
Review of Troll (2022) by Buttonface
When an archaeologist is called to join a Norwegian government team to deal with a natural disaster, she discovers that this natural disaster happens to be a giant freakin’ troll.
Saucer Full of Stories: Revisiting H.P. Lovecraft’s “The Terrible Old Man”
Did you miss the most recent Saucer Full of Stories: The Short Story Book Club? The book club’s recent exploration of John Cohen’s Yard Sale sparked a conversation about the nuances of absurdist horror, consumer culture, and storytelling craft.
