21 horror books to read with the lights on, from Stephen King classics to psychological thrillers

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Horror fiction scares its readers, using anything from psychological thrills to creepy imagery.
The horror books in this list range from Stephen King classics to modern murder mysteries.
Some of our favorites include "It," "Bird Box," "The Exorcist," "Dracula," "The Shining," and more.
Great literature can introduce us to so many amazing things: Passionate romances, unforgettable plot twists, or fantastical beasts that feel vibrantly real within our imaginations. Bu