Maybe it's the setting. If it takes place in a dark, desolate place like an abandoned forest or a spooky alley at night, that can be really scary. For example, the trees in the forest could be looming over the character, their branches like twisted arms reaching out.
I'm not sure specifically about this 'the walk' story, but generally in a scary walk story, it could be about a person walking in a place that seems normal at first but then strange things start to happen. They might encounter something unexpected and frightening.
I'm not sure exactly as it depends on the specific stories in it. But often there are ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary and terrifying situations.
Teenagers who are into exploring the darker side of fiction would probably like this book. They are often more open to the idea of being spooked by a good story. Also, adults who enjoy a bit of horror to get their adrenaline pumping during their leisure time would be interested in reading it.
One interesting story might be the title story 'A Walk in the Dark'. It could be about a person who ventures out at night and encounters all sorts of spooky things like strange noises or shadowy figures. Another could be about a haunted house where the characters experience unexplainable events.
I once took a late - night walk in a forest. I heard rustling in the bushes. When I looked, I saw two glowing eyes. I froze for a moment. Then I remembered that there could be wild animals. I slowly backed away and took a different path. It was a very spooky encounter and made me think twice about walking alone at night in the woods.
Depends on the context. If it's described as based on real events, then it likely has some truth to it. But if there's no such indication, it could just be a fictional tale.
A story walk is basically a fun and interactive activity where a story is placed along a path or in a specific area for people to read and enjoy as they move along.