I think 'Nightmare's Embrace' could be a great title. It implies being trapped in a terrifying situation during the night.
You could go for 'The Shadows of Fear'. This title suggests that there are hidden and menacing elements lurking around, creating a sense of dread.
How about 'The Shadow's Secret'? It makes you wonder what the secret of the shadow is and builds anticipation for the horror to unfold.
The Curse of the Blood - Red Moon. The combination of a curse and a blood - red moon is very ominous. A curse implies something bad is going to happen and the red moon is often seen as a sign of impending doom in horror lore.
A good title of horror story often creates a sense of mystery and unease. For example, titles that imply something lurking in the shadows or an unknown danger are effective. Words like 'haunted', 'cursed', or 'forbidden' can be very powerful in a horror story title.
The Haunting Shadows. It gives a sense of something menacing and unseen lurking in the darkness, which is a classic horror element. Shadows can move on their own, reach out, and instill fear in the characters and the readers alike.
One possible title could be 'The Haunted Nightmare'. It evokes a sense of dread and mystery, which are common elements in horror stories.
A good horror story title should be mysterious and create a sense of dread. Something like 'The Haunting of Midnight' or 'The Shadows of Fear' works well.
I think 'The Dark Secret of the Abandoned House' would be good. It creates an image of a creepy place with a mystery to uncover.
You need to focus on creating something that evokes fear and mystery. Use words that have a creepy or ominous feel to them.
A unique and vivid imagery in the title makes it stand out. For example, 'The Glowing Eyes in the Fog'. The combination of 'glowing eyes' and 'fog' creates a spooky mental picture. Another factor is using unexpected words together. 'The Jolly Clown's Dark Secret' is an example. A clown is usually associated with fun, but the 'dark secret' adds a horror element. Using alliteration can also help, like 'The Creeping Cobwebs of the Crypt'.
The Shadow Man. A simple yet effective title. It makes you think of a figure made of shadow that haunts people. It could be that the shadow man can enter people's dreams or appear out of nowhere when they are alone in the dark.