#EerieReads

[gothandghoul]

A Novel Night at the Library

The ancient library, a sentinel against the raging winds in the heart of a stormy night, was a place of mystery and intrigue. Its labyrinthine halls, lined with centuries-old tomes and grotesque gargoyle carvings, whispered secrets of forgotten eras. Flickering candles cast long, shifting shadows that danced eerily across the walls. This was no ordinary library; it was a place steeped in history, its very walls echoing with the stories of unexplained disappearances and deaths.

In one dimly lit corner, a group gathered for their clandestine meeting, whispering about their cherished grimoires and ancestral chronicles. The air was heavy with a palpable tension, thickened by an unspoken dread. Among the group sat Clara, her poor eyesight betraying none of her fervent anticipation. She squinted into the darkness, straining to identify the source of a faint, unsettling rustle that echoed eerily through the aisles.

"Do you hear that?" Clara's voice trembled with a mix of fear and awe. The noise, once subtle, like the delicate turning of decayed pages, grew louder and more insistent. It morphed into a menacing flapping, resonating from the library's deepest, most ancient recesses.

Suddenly, a dark creature swooped down, its wings cutting through the air in erratic, disorienting loops around the group. Captivated by its shadowy form, Clara mistook it for an elusive artifact and reached out impulsively. "I've got it!" she exclaimed, her fingers closing around what she believed to be the edge of a long-lost relic. But as she pulled back, realization struck her with chilling clarity—her hand grasped at nothing but the cold, empty air. The beast had vanished into the shadows, leaving only a haunting silence.

The room fell silent, each member holding their breath, terror gripping their hearts as they wondered if they had unwittingly summoned something darker than ancient secrets. With a deafening crash, the room erupted into chaos. The phantom creature, now agitated by the rising whispers and panicked scurrying, began to dart through the air, toppling stacks of books. Hardcovers and paperbacks cascaded like a horrific avalanche, their pages fluttering wildly, creating a scene of utter literary bedlam.

Determined to restore order, the keeper of the tomes—a stout woman with a steely resolve and silver locks—seized the nearest implement that might serve as a weapon against the spectral intruder: a book drop net. What ensued was a chase born of nightmares. The librarian lunged relentlessly, her net slicing through the air with deadly precision, swiping left and right, up and down, yet always missing its elusive target. The entity wove through the library, transforming it into a whirlwind of flapping wings and frantic movement. The club members scattered in every direction, diving under tables, ducking behind chairs, and squeezing into cozy reading nooks, their hearts pounding with an otherworldly dread.

Amidst the turmoil, the creature swooped back toward Clara. She froze, her thick glasses magnifying its monstrous eyes, which now bore into hers with fierce intensity. Paralyzed by its haunting gaze, she let out a blood-curdling scream that reverberated through the rafters like a crack of thunder.

Just as the entity seemed poised to triumph in its frenzied flight, it made a fatal miscalculation, swooping too low. With the precision of a predator, the librarian lunged, bringing the net down in one swift, decisive motion. The colossal bat was trapped in a tangle of mesh and wings, its erratic flapping finally silenced.

As the room held its collective breath, the tension shattered with a unified sigh of relief, swiftly followed by a spontaneous round of applause that roared through the previously eerie silence. The librarian stood victorious, holding up her prize—a symbol of calm restored amidst the chaos.

With the bat safely captured, the group members cautiously emerged from their hiding places, dusting off their clothes and retrieving their scattered tomes.

"Well, this is a night to remember," one member remarked, attempting to lighten the tension with a wry smile.

Adjusting her glasses and shaking her head in disbelief, Clara quipped, "Our library's 'treasures' never cease to amaze. Despite my poor eyesight, it appears this bat—a master of the night—was destined to seek me out."

The keeper of tomes held up the netted bat like a dark trophy. “Meet our new library guardian," she announced with a mischievous grin. Disoriented but undeniably enchanting, the bat blinked at them with wide, curious eyes.

"Don't worry," she assured it softly, "we'll set you free soon to roam the night as you wish.”

A twinkling of silence hung in the air before laughter spread through the group, the tension dissolving into shared relief and amusement.

The night drew to a close with an eerie sense of harmony, a fitting end to an otherworldly gathering. As the mist of laughter and camaraderie settled, whispers of immortalizing the event began circulating among the club members. By dawn, a chilling yet captivating design emerged from the shadows on GothandGhoul.etsy.com—a T-shirt emblazoned with the whimsical bat's face and the cryptic words "Bat Sh*t Crazy." This garment is more than a mere memento; it symbolizes the revelation that growth and unity often arise from the shadows of chaos, leaving behind a newfound appreciation for the shared journey and the unforeseen gifts of the night.

Dare to relive the haunting chaos of that night and claim your own Bat Sh*t Crazy T-shirt. Visit GothandGhoul.etsy.com and become part of our dark, devoted community.

[johannastockall]

[eerietravels]

It's time to read along. Roger Zelazny's Masterpiece is a must read for me every October. Start it on Sept 30th every year. Pick up a copy as it just came back in print. #ANightInTheLonesomeOctober #halloween #October #EerieTravels #eeriereads #spookybooks (at Hellview Cemetery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjJfZ78MAD1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[co-opbookstore]

A #creepyclassic from the master, @h.lovecraft in a beautiful #penguinclassics edition. . . #eeriereads #concordia #coopbookstore #spooktober (at Concordia Community Solidarity Co-op Bookstore) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpAze_inwXV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15p7scdtx905b

[bahhumpug]

I don't do monthly tbr lists because I am a read by mood & when my library holds come up. But I've really been in the mood for creepy, spooky, and/or disturbing reads recently & tis the season. So I've put together a few piles of books I can choose from over the next few weeks. See any you've read & would recommend? * #funaekbooks #funaekreads #bookstagram #instabooks #instaread #tbr #tbrpile #toberead #octobertbr #octoberbooks #spookyreads #eeriereads #creepyreads #classics

[taylorfennersbookishworld]

“Then from outside comes a new sound. You might almost mistake it for the wind. But it rises in pitch and volume until it is unmistakeable.” - Lucy Foley, The Guest List • • I was so happy when I saw that The Guest List by @lucyfoleyauthor was one of @bookofthemonth’s picks for April! It’s definitely going to be a contender for one of my favorite books of 2020! • • I know things are tight right now but if you use code TAKECARE at checkout when you sign up for BOTM you’ll get your first box for only $9.99! (Affiliate link in linktree!) • • Here are the other April choices: 🌴 Beach Read by Emily Henry (Romance) ❤️ Valentine by Elizabeth Wetmore (Literary) 📖 The Library of Legends by Janie Chang (Historical Fantasy) ⚜️ The Paris Hours by Alex George (Historical) • • Q: Have you ever been invited to a destination wedding? • • #bookofthemonth #bookofthemonthclub #thriller #thrillerbooks #earlyrelease #theguestlist #lucyfoley #whodunnit #creepysetting #isolatedisland #bookstagram #bookbloggersofinstagram #bookdragon #advancedreaderscopy #booksilove #favoritebook #affiliateprogram #bookdeal #tbr #bookrecommendations #eeriereads #eerie #murder #murdermystery https://www.instagram.com/p/B-feH4-AWjU/?igshid=1j9nrjyzgicfx

[eeriecocoa]

My Current Struggle

*sees Hush, Hush at public library* Oh I remember this book, maybe I should read it. *next day* GOOD THING I CHECKED OUT THE FIRST TWO BOOKS. For real though, expect an onslaught of Hush, Hush posts... Oops.