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When Freddie reads of hauntings at Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater Provincial Park in Ontario due to a mysterious lullaby, "Lucilla", he drags the gang on an unexpected canoe trip, where he's determined to prove that not only do ghosts exist but also that not every villain hides under a mask.

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Freddie, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy are leaving soon for college, which causes them to fear that their mystery-solving days are over. As the gang leader, Fred takes matters into his own hands and tracks down one last mystery for them to solve--the legend of the Ghost of Ontario in the Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater Provincial Park.

While canoeing on Lake Anima Nipissing to search for clues, the gang runs into an amnesic hermit who claims he's only ten winters old and has never heard of the Ghost of Ontario; yet, whenever he's around, strange things happen, such as unexpected storms and angry spirits. It looks like he may be the gang's biggest mystery yet, but is this mysterious hermit a masked villain or something more? And what is this "Lucilla" that everyone in the provincial park keeps discussing?

It's up to the gang, Scooby, and one brave young man to solve this mystery--for all of Ontario.

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*Don't ask... LOL!**FYI: This story is based on a TV show, so expect a screenplay-like writing style.**Moral Lesson: "Some people are not what some people think they are."

Prompt Used: #91 - No one believes you. But you are the only one who can solve this mystery--for all of them.

Follows a college student struggling with a newfound drinking problem who has befriended a ghost in the local tavern bathroom.

This is a short piece I wrote for school as a freewriting exercise.

~1000 words

Beneath the veil of time, memories linger—soft whispers in the dark, footsteps on forgotten paths, shadows that never fade. Where the Past Still Walksis a haunting anthology of poetry, exploring the ghosts of yesterday, the weight of regret, and the echoes of love that refuse to be silenced. Each verse is a doorway to the past, where longing, sorrow, and unspoken goodbyes intertwine with the supernatural. Step carefully, for here, the past is never truly gone—it only waits.

© 2025 INKELLE. All rights reserved. No part of this anthology may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without prior written permission from the author, except in the case of brief quotations used in reviews and articles.

This anthology is a work of fiction and poetry. Any resemblance to real persons, living or deceased, or real events is purely coincidental. The themes explored, including grief, nostalgia, and the supernatural, are artistic expressions and should not be interpreted as factual accounts. Reader discretion is advised.

Nevsald Town is a seaside town that hides dark secrets beneath its calm surface. The most frightening of these secrets is Michael, a janitor at Nevsald High School. Seemingly a quiet and reserved man, Michael is actually a monster in human form. Fueled by the deep wounds of his past and the hatred that permeates him, this being seeks a brutal reckoning with those who despise and humiliate him. From secluded classrooms to dark nights, Michael's victims disappear one by one as the eerie silence grows over the town in a tale of horror. No one can guess the terror inside an ordinary janitor. But the real question is: who will this monster target next?

A story set in 1920s England, full of occult elements and cosmic horrors. John Mayers, a diver, is driven by his passion for the depths of the sea to explore a mysterious wreck. But this wreck is not just a ship, but a tomb hiding prehuman secrets and unimaginable powers. John is offered an uncanny job that plunges him into a darkness from which there is no return. This story of lost cities, forbidden rituals and frightening beings will make you feel the horror of the deep to your bones. If you dare, discover this dark tale.

Jonathan Warner is back.

This time, he is a Paranormal Investigator under the jurisdiction of the Paranormal Bureau, working peacefully alongside his lover and partner, Anya Sechina.

However, the two of them are thrust back into danger when Jonathan's close ones die one by one after being marked by an eight-hundred-year-old branding.

Who is behind this series of murders? What does the branding mean? Will they solve the case in time, or will Jonathan lose everything in his life once more?

A boy falls in love with another boy but that boy has a secret. He isn't human...

A young couple travels to rural South Africa to move to their new exotic dream home - a mansion that comes with a history. They must struggle to uncover the mystery of the house, and all that comes with it, taking them on a journey to the center of their beings."The Deepest Abyss" is a tale about confronting the past and resolving past trauma. However, more importantly, it is about love.

Please enjoy the opening prologue to my first full-length novel, a darkly comic paranormal thriller titled How To Contact The Living.

If you enjoy this excerpt and would like to read the full book, head over to Amazon or check out my website www.bryanfarrellauthor.com

You can also check out my profile here on Penana for more free stories!

Welcome to The Book of Stories. In this book, many words await your hungry eyes and never-ending thirst for excitement. However, I must warn you. These tales contain many emotions of happiness, grief, and pain. Some may surprise you, while others will leave you with tears. Some will open doors to possibilities that you would have never imagined. You may cherish some forever while others could be lost to time. Some stories contain ghouls and witches who want to haunt and curse you. Some will have love and companions that will want to stay. You may fond some and you may loathe some, but all things considered, this book will be an adventure. The only question is... are you ready to explore?

Marie Nair, an aspiring cartoonist with a sharp mind and a touch of naivety, is thrust into a nightmarish game of survival alongside seven other high schoolers. In this sinister, paranormal contest, the only way to win is to deceive, trick, and exploit each other, with only one person emerging alive. Marie’s unique blend of creativity and vulnerability captures the attention of the Mediator, a ghostly figure overseeing the game’s cruel rules. Partnering with the Mediator, Marie embarks on a desperate mission to unravel the game’s dark mysteries and dismantle it from within. As the stakes rise and the danger escalates, Marie strives to outwit the game’s merciless design and ensure that no one has to die, fighting to preserve the lives and dreams of her peers while uncovering the truth behind "Loser's Roulette."

Welcome to BERIES-5 Horror and Thriller!

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🧸📣 BEARly ANNOUNCEMENT 📣🧸

The limited-time free stories in this series will no longer be available after July 11th. However, we are excited to announce that going forward, the stories featured will be sourced from the author-readers and can be read freely without a cost. Our free story access expires soon, so be sure to check out the collection before it's too late!!

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Get ready to be gripped by the chilling tension and heart-pounding suspense of the terrifying tales that lie ahead. Don't be surprised if you find yourself on the edge of your seat, anxiously anticipating what nightmare lurks around the next corner!

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Why is it called BERIES-5?

BERIES-5 is short for BEARly's mini series. This is the first series that I've had the pleasure of posting, featuring a captivating blend of genres for your reading enjoyment. The number 5 stands out, as each story consists of 5 captivating chapters.

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🐻📣📣 ATTENTION FOR READERS!📣📣🐻

Are you a reader that doesn't like to write and had already read our stories and you find it all boring and doesn't meet your interested point? Well how about make a story of your own! But how?? Simple as it sounds, follow these steps and became a writer, without even have to write with BERIES-5!

1. PICK and CHOOSE an available genre of your choice CORRECTLY,

2. GENERATE an idea or storyline of your own ideal or wanted story then TELL us by chatting on the personal chat. [Don't be afraid, we'll love your stories!],

3. TELL us the specific details like, (roles, characters, plot line, background, etc). Make it as DETAILED as you can,

4. Your story will be FINISHED in a few hours after we're done replying to you,

5. We will POST your name in the story/issue as a credit for your idea, (Exp: bla bla bla - Someone)

NOTICE: In this series, we'll NOT post stories that contains a MORE DARKER or MATURED CONTENT that aren't capable below 21 years old because of important matters, hope you understand and happy reading! <3