The Lottery by Shirley Jackson

Synopsis “Dark and nightmarish, Shirley Jackson’s short stories represent a singular and every-present genre unto themselves. “The Lottery” remains one of the most terrifying stories ever published - all the more so for its lucid, convincing realism - and one of the most controversial; it has become an essential classic of American fiction. This selection … Continue reading The Lottery by Shirley Jackson →

The Witch Tree Symbol by Carolyn Keene

Synopsis "When a neighbor asks Nancy Drew to accompany her to an old uninhabited mansion, a new mystery opens up, and danger lurks on the second floor. Nancy finds a witch tree symbol that leads her to Pennsylvania Dutch country in pursuit of a cunning and ruthless thief. The friendly welcome the young detective and … Continue reading The Witch Tree Symbol by Carolyn Keene →