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The Scary Book of Fairy Tales

The Haunting Endings to 50 of Your Favorite Stories

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Pub Date 2 Sep 2025 | Archive Date 16 Sep 2025


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Description

Not every fairytale has a happy ending…do you dare to dive into the dark depths of your favorite childhood stories?

This spine-chilling anthology weaves together real fairy tales cultures across the globe, unmasking the eerie and unsettling narratives that have been whispered through generations. From the chilling depths of the classic Brothers Grimm's from Germany to the haunting tales of Japan, Philippines, Russia, Inuit folklore and more.

Not meant for the faint of heart, inside you’ll find stories of true terror like:

  • Little Red Cap - Will the woodsman arrive too late to save the day? 
  • Bluebeard - A tale of matrimonial horror and secrets lurking in locked chambers
  • Baba Yaga - A witch from Slavic folklore who feasts on those who dare to trespass
  • La Lloronoa - The weeping woman from Latin America, wanders near water looking for her drowned children
  • Botan Doro - One of the most famous ghost stories from Japan, heralds the consequences of falling in love with people that have departed

This anthology of myths and stories is a perfect bookshelf addition for lovers of

  • World history
  • Unique stories from different cultures
  • Horror and the macabre

The Scary Book of Fairy Tales captivates with its blend of horror and enchantment. These authentic tales promise to thrill and haunt, inviting you to explore the shadowy corners of global folklore.

Are you ready to uncover the terrifying truths behind these timeless stories?

Not every fairytale has a happy ending…do you dare to dive into the dark depths of your favorite childhood stories?

This spine-chilling anthology weaves together real fairy tales cultures across the...


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ISBN 9781400352289
PRICE US$16.99 (USD)
PAGES 160

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