Get ready to step off the silver screen and into the chilling world of real-life horror with "The Greatest Horror Movies based on Real-life Killers, Crimes and Mysteries". This engrossing book offers an unflinching exploration of the harrowing real-life events that inspired some of the most terrifying, infamous horror movies ever made. Ever wondered what sinister tales lurk behind iconic films like 'Psycho', 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre', 'The Conjuring', and 'The Forest'? Prepare yourself for a deep dive into the lives of infamous serial killers like Ed Gein, the haunting phenomena that tormented families, and the disturbing realities of notorious crime cases. Each chapter uncovers the truth beneath the cinematic gloss, exposing the stark and gruesome realities that gave birth to these cinematic nightmares. From bone-chilling paranormal activity to brutal killers, this compendium of real-life horror stories captures the essence of fear and suspense. Comprehensive research combines with astute analysis to present a perspective that blurs the line between fact and fiction, reality and reel. Not only a must-have for horror film buffs, but also a compelling read for true crime enthusiasts, this book promises a journey into the macabre, where life imitates art in the most terrifying ways. "The Greatest Horror Movies based on Real-life Killers, Crimes and Mysteries" is a riveting exploration of the intersection of life and cinema where the real-world turns out to be far scarier than anything Hollywood can dream up. So, don't wait. Grab your copy now and get ready for a thrill ride that will make your favorite horror movies seem all the more frightening.

“A fascinating and frightening book” (Los Angeles Times)—the bestselling true story about a house possessed by evil spirits, haunted by psychic phenomena almost too terrible to describe. In December 1975, the Lutz family moved into their new home on suburban Long Island. George and Kathleen Lutz knew that, one year earlier, Ronald DeFeo had murdered his parents, brothers, and sisters in the house, but the property—complete with boathouse and swimming pool—and the price had been too good to pass up. Twenty-eight days later, the entire Lutz family fled in terror. This is the spellbinding, shocking true story that gripped the nation about an American dream that turned into a nightmare beyond imagining—“this book will scare the hell out of you” (Kansas City Star).

Uncover the twisted tales that inspired the big screen's greatest screams. Which case of demonic possession inspired The Exorcist? What horrifying front-page story generated the idea for A Nightmare on Elm Street? Which film was based on the infamous skin-wearing murderer Ed Gein? Unearth the terrifying and true tales behind some of the scariest Horror movies to ever haunt our screens, including the Enfield poltergeist case that was retold in The Conjuring 2 and the serial killers who inspired Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs. Behind the Horror dissects these and other bizarre tales to reveal haunting real-life stories of abduction, disappearance, murder, and exorcism.

What would you do if someone acted out —for real— the kill scenes from your student-made horror film? That’s the dilemma facing high school seniors Cassie and Donovan. Best friends, aspiring filmmakers, and hopeful romantic partners, they set out to complete a feature-length horror film as a graduation project for their performing arts high school. Using actors and crew from among their classmates, they aim to finish the bulk of shooting over Spring Break. When several murders occur not far from their locations—each one recreating a specific “kill” scene from their script—they suddenly find themselves embroiled in a real-life horror movie neither of them bargained for. Cassie’s police officer dad and his ex-girlfriend—a homicide detective Cassie once hoped would be her stepmom—allow the film shoot to continue because the killer has threatened to murder Donovan’s mother if they stop. Traps are set and arrests are made, but the killer—who might be a member of the cast or crew—is one step ahead of their every move. Can Cassie and Donovan help the police unmask the psychopath before more people die?

Discover the real reasons we lock our doors at night by reading these tales of true crime and horror. Have you heard the story of the experienced hiker who came across a cave with an M-shaped entrance and posted his findings on YouTube, only to have someone comment that he shouldn't go in there because he would never be seen again if he did? What about the horrifying story of a serial killer from South Korea who ate the livers of some of his victims? Or the enduring mystery of the rambunctious 5-year-old little boy from Illinois who was checked out of school by his mother, to never be seen again, even after his mom's body was found in a Rockford hotel? If you want to uncover the details behind these unsolved cases and many others, you have come to the right place. As the old saying goes, truth is stranger than fiction, and nowhere is this more true than in the bone-chilling, unsolved accounts included in this collection. It is estimated that in the United States alone, there are 25 to 50 serial killers loose at any given time. Even more shocking is that 1 in every 3 murders in the United States goes unsolved each year. With statistics like these, who needs made-up plots of fictional characters when there are so many real-life monsters lurking in the shadows? In this collection of unsolved cases, you will discover: 15 bone-chilling true stories that will frighten you more than any Hollywood movie ever could An account of the first recorded serial killer in America who used his hotel (later dubbed "Murder Castle") complete with trapdoors and secret rooms to torture and kill many of his suspected 200 victims Multiple accounts of harrowing exorcisms, including that of a possessed mother whose children were also said to have been inflicted after hospital workers witnessed the 7-year-old walk backward up a wall and onto the ceiling A terrifying story that will convince you to never pick up a ouija board ever again The disturbing account of how the "Phantom Whistler" terrorized one young woman in Louisiana Numerous retellings of haunted houses disturbing the lives of their inhabitants The discovery of a young woman's body in the water tank of Hotel Cecil - the building that was the inspiration for American Horror Story's season called simply "Hotel" The "Phone Stalker" who knew one household's every move, despite all their efforts, even calling and telling the woman "I prefer lemons" when she was cutting up oranges The true story of a young German girl that inspired the movie The Exorcism of Emily Rose And so much more. As children, we were taught that the boogeyman isn't real and scary movies are fictional, fantastical stories. However, the horror is that the stories of these boogeymen are based on real accounts of terror, many of them still unsolved to this day. If you want to read true, terrifying stories that will have you questioning your sanity and sleeping with the lights on, scroll up and hit "Add to Cart" now.

One of Canada’s finest crime reporters tells the whole story of the infamous Bernardo-Homolka case. NOW UPDATED WITH A NEW CHAPTER The sensational trials of Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka for abduction, rape, manslaughter and murder caused widespread controversy that continues to this day. The public was particularly outraged by the so-called “sweetheart deal” — the twelve-year sentence Homolka received as part of an agreement with government lawyers. Journalist Nick Pron gives us a comprehensive account of previously banned information about Bernardo and Homolka; about Homolka’s role in the death of her sister Tammy; of slip-shod police work and lack of communication that allowed Bernardo and Homolka the opportunity to murder schoolgirls Kristen French and Leslie Mahaffy; of the host of disturbing facts that were ruled inadmissable at the trial. A new chapter details the most recent, shocking facts of Homolka’s life in prison, including her alleged “special treatment,” such as private access to the prison’s beauty salon and gym, and rumoured liaisons in Kingston’s Prison for Women. Also detailed are her startling plans for the future. As Karla Homolka’s release date nears, many will reflect on her place in history, and on the Canadian legal system.

Ed Gein one of the most notorious serial killers of all time. This book is factual and has actual crime scene photos. His crimes were horrific and has inspired multiple horror films. The two best known films based on Ed Gein is "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" and "Psycho".Ed Gein was the real life Leatherface and Norman Bates. This is a must have for anyone interested in serial killers, horror movies, and more.