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Halloween 2023: 5 best horror novels to read during the season
With Halloween approaching, if you're a bookworm who enjoys a good scare, here are six horror novels to dive into during the season.
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Halloween, a tradition that finds its origins in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, is observed every year on October 31. During this festival, people would light bonfires and put on costumes to shield themselves from spirits. As we immerse ourselves in the spooky ambiance of the season, here are six horror novels to consider for your reading enjoyment.(File Photo)
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The Shining by Stephen King (1977): Originally released in 1977, The Shining is a gothic novel by the renowned master of horror, Stephen King. This book has earned its place as one of the most beloved and enduring horror tales in history.
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The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty (1971): Penned by the Academy Award-winning screenwriter William Peter Blatty, this horror novel tells the story of a young girl whose life transforms from ordinary to a harrowing nightmare.
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The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson (1959): This gothic horror novel from 1959 is the creation of American author Shirley Jackson and was influenced by real-life paranormal investigators.
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Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane (2003): A New York Times bestseller, this novel is written by American author Dennis Lehane and delves into the profound impact of guilt and grief on an individual's mental well-being.
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