'Don't be afraid of being scared. To be afraid is a sign of common sense. Only complete idiots are not afraid of anything.' ~ Carlos Ruiz Zafón, The Angel's Game
Since next month is Halloween, I will be posting one long, specially-written fanfic for the entire of October. As such, for September's Fic Pick, I thought we'd try something a little different and delve into the blood-spattered world of creepypastas to choose the best (and scariest) for the creepy season.
Below are options and the links to the original stories. Each patron gets one vote for which one they would like to see adapted. Voting will close on September 22nd and I'll announce the chosen fic on September 23rd.
NOTE: Please register your vote at this poll, not in the comment section below: https://linkto.run/p/WNLYXT9K
1. Dead Milk by by Elias_Witherow
When I was thirteen, my grandfather gave me a candle that summoned monsters if I ever burned it...
2. There Was Something in Our Family Farm by sleepyhollow_101
I grew up on a farm in southwestern Minnesota. The land was cold, desolate and flat. That was why I appreciated my cousins visiting so much. Unfortunately, my little cousin Jesse refused to listen when we said not to go into the barn at night.
3. The Whispered Fears of Wayward Boys by The_Dalek_Emperor
A 911 Emergency Operator takes a call one night from a little boy who swears his dead brother has come back to life and is trying to kill him.
I knew those woods like the back of my hand. There was no way anything could surprise me out there. No way. Then I saw the light flickering off the beaten track ...
5. Black Dog by lucktimedragon
If you work in this nursing home, be sure to be kind to the residents. If you don't, The Black Dog will come for you. And you don't ever want to see The Black Dog ...