In the depths of the night, a chilling scream echoes through the darkness, shattering the tranquility and awakening a terrifying secret. Prepare to embark on a spine-tingling journey into the realms of horror and suspense with Scream at Midnight, a gripping collection of stories by the legendary author Joseph Payne Brennan. This anthology delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche, exploring the thin line between reality and nightmare. Within these pages, you will encounter a diverse cast of characters—each haunted by their own demons and drawn into sinister predicaments. From forgotten crypts to secluded manors and forbidden realms, Brennan weaves tales that will keep you on the edge of your seat, yearning for answers till the final page. Unveil the secrets of a cursed family, trapped within the confines of an ancient mansion, in "The House of Voices." Feel your pulse quicken as you witness a terrifying transformation in "The Thing at the Doorstep." Dare to enter the realm of the supernatural, where a solitary artist discovers an otherworldly muse in "The Green Parrot." With meticulous prose and an unparalleled ability to create atmospheric settings, Joseph Payne Brennan guides readers through nightmares that will linger long after the book is closed. The delicate balance between fear and fascination is expertly maintained, as each story immerses you deeper into a world where the unimaginable becomes real. Scream at Midnight is a captivating collection that showcases Brennan's mastery of the horror genre, leaving readers breathless and craving more. If you have a taste for the macabre, prepare to be enthralled by these tales of terror that will haunt your dreams long after you turn out the lights.