Can you recommend some best short paranormal fiction?

Sure. 'Weird Tales' is a top pick. It has been around for ages and has a great collection of paranormal stories. It's like a treasure trove for fans of the genre.

Dean Koontz's 'Odd Thomas' series is also worth mentioning. Odd is a young man with the ability to see the dead. The books follow his adventures as he tries to use his gift to help the spirits and also solve various mysteries and prevent disasters. The characters are well - drawn and the stories are full of suspense and the supernatural.

Sure. 'The Ghost Bride' by Yangsze Choo is a great start. It's set in a world of Chinese superstitions and ghosts, and the story is easy to follow. Another good one is 'The Night Circus' by Erin Morgenstern. It has a touch of magic and mystery that is really engaging for new readers of the genre. Also, 'City of Bones' from 'The Mortal Instruments' series by Cassandra Clare. It has a mix of vampires, werewolves, and shadowhunters in a modern - day New York City with a lot of paranormal action.

Stephen King is a top choice. His works often include elements of the paranormal, such as in 'Pet Sematary' where the burial ground has the power to bring the dead back to life in a very disturbing way.

Sure. 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' is a great choice. It tells the story of a boy who discovers a home full of children with strange abilities. The vintage photographs in the book add to the eerie and paranormal atmosphere.

The best short paranormal fiction often has unique and memorable characters. Take 'Carmilla' for instance. Carmilla herself is a very distinct vampire character, with her alluring yet dangerous nature. Also, these stories usually have a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat. In 'The Monkey's Paw', the series of events that unfold after each wish is made are both unexpected and full of horror. Moreover, they can often play with the readers' fears, whether it's the fear of the supernatural, death, or the loss of sanity like in 'The Fall of the House of Usher' where the main characters seem to be losing their grip on reality.

I'd also recommend 'Good Omens' co - written by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. It's a humorous take on the apocalypse with angels, demons, and a young Antichrist. The book is full of witty dialogue, strange happenings, and a unique view of the battle between good and evil in a paranormal context.

Sure. 'The Vampire Chronicles' by Anne Rice are excellent. They explore the vampire world in great detail.

Sure. 'The Yellow Wallpaper' is a great one. It's about a woman's descent into madness in a strange room. Another is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' which is a chilling story of a man's guilty conscience after a murder. And 'The Monkey's Paw' is also popular, dealing with the idea of wishes that come with a horrible price.