Fictional characters have a way of staying with us. Think of Katniss Everdeen, Tris from Divergent, or even Edward Cullen—these are the heroes (and sometimes heartthrobs) we root for. They’re brave, mysterious, romantic, and unforgettable. Whether in books or on the big screen, we fall in love with them because they make us feel something real in worlds that are completely made up.

But not all fictional characters are charming or heroic. Some are downright creepy. Zombies? Yeah, they’re gross, they moan, and they’re always hungry for blood. Not exactly someone you’d want to bump into in a dark alley—or invite over for dinner. Still, people love them.

Why? Because even the scariest, most horrific creatures in fiction tap into something deeper—our fears, our curiosity, and our love for a good thrill.

Why?

Because the most horrid creatures in fiction have something oddly fascinating about them. They scare us, yes. But they also excite our imagination. They make us wonder what if… and that’s what keeps us turning the page or hitting “next episode.”

Take the Clickers and Stalkers from The Last of Us. Those things are nightmare fuel—fungus-faced, blind, and terrifyingly fast. But they’re also creative. They’re not just regular zombies; they’re part of a whole new evolution of infected beings. And fans can’t get enough of them.

Then there are the classics—vampires, werewolves, ghouls. They’ve been around forever, but writers keep reinventing them in new ways. Sometimes they’re pure evil, other times they’re tragic and misunderstood. Either way, we keep coming back for more.

And let’s not forget the more out-there creatures—like Demogorgons from Stranger Things, or even the Xenomorphs in Alien. Scary? Yes. But they also show just how wild and creative human imagination can be.

If you love reading about strange, dark, and thrilling fictional creatures, you have to check out MOSSCROFT: Shadows Not Forgotten.

Author DTM Harris introduces you to a whole new world full of terrifying and mysterious beings:

• The eerie Flatheads, who lurk in shadows.

• The towering Slimscafs—six-foot desert creatures that will haunt your dreams.

• The aggressive and bloodthirsty Mestestas of the Talon Mountains.

Set in a war-torn world of political intrigue, deadly secrets, and military tactics, MOSSCROFT is the action-packed kickoff to a sci-fi saga like no other.

Grab your copy of MOSSCROFT: Shadows Not Forgotten—now available on Amazon.

If you’re into bold storytelling, creative monsters, and edge-of-your-seat action… this book is for you.