One well - known Christmas horror short story is 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'. It combines the festive elements of Christmas with spooky and dark themes. The story is about Jack Skellington, from Halloween Town, who discovers Christmas and tries to take it over in his own macabre way.
One short horror Christmas story could be about a family that moves into an old mansion on Christmas Eve. As they start to decorate, they notice a strange old ornament that seems to have a life of its own. Every time they turn their backs, it moves to a different place. At night, they hear eerie Christmas carols coming from the attic, but no one is up there. Eventually, they realize the house was once the site of a tragic Christmas event and the spirit is trapped, trying to relive that fateful day.
There was a small town where every Christmas, a figure in a tattered Santa suit would appear in the graveyard. A young boy decided to follow the figure one Christmas Eve. He trailed it to an old abandoned house where he saw the Santa figure digging up a grave. The boy ran away in terror, and the mystery of the graveyard Santa remained unsolved. This town was never the same during Christmas again.
One is 'Silent Night, Deadly Night'. It's about a killer Santa Claus which is really disturbing. Another is 'Krampus'. It focuses on the mythical Krampus who punishes naughty children. And 'The Children' is also a good one. It has a creepy take on children during Christmas time.
One is 'Silent Night, Deadly Night'. It's about a killer Santa Claus which is really creepy. Another is 'Krampus', which is based on the traditional European folklore of a horned figure that punishes naughty children during Christmas.
Sure. One might be 'The Haunting of Blackwood Manor' which was quite popular in 2018 horror short stories. It had a really creepy atmosphere with a haunted house setting and strange noises in the night.
One short Christmas story could be about a lonely old man who on Christmas Eve is visited by a group of carol - singers. Their joy and the Christmas spirit they bring make him feel less alone. He then decides to join them in spreading the cheer around the neighborhood.
One short horror story could be 'The Bus Stop'. A woman waits at a lonely bus stop late at night. Every time a bus comes, the driver just shakes his head and drives on. Finally, an old bus arrives and the door opens. Inside, she sees all the passengers are pale and motionless, and as she steps in, the bus drives into the darkness.
One short Christmas story is 'The Gift of the Magi'. It's about a young couple, Jim and Della. Della sells her long, beautiful hair to buy a chain for Jim's precious watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della's hair. It shows the selfless love between them during Christmas.
Well, there's 'Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus'. It's a response to a little girl's question about the existence of Santa Claus. It has a very heartwarming message. Also, 'The Little Match Girl' by Hans Christian Andersen is a poignant Christmas short story that shows the harsh reality of a poor girl on a cold Christmas night.
Sure. 'The Little Match Girl' is a poignant Christmas short story. It's about a poor little girl who tries to sell matches on a cold Christmas night. As she lights the matches to keep warm, she has visions of wonderful things like a warm stove, a delicious meal, and her deceased grandmother. It's a sad yet thought - provoking story that reflects on the hardships some face during the holidays. Also, 'Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus' is a heartwarming one.