What begins as a test of bravery or a sleepover activity--chanting in front of a mirror, riding an elevator alone, taking pictures in the dark--can become something . . . dangerous.

The most spine-chilling games based on urban legends from around the world: Centuries-old games such as Bloody Mary, Light as a Feather, and Stiff as a Board are detailed alongside new games from the internet age, like The Answer Man, a sinister voice that whispers secrets to whoever manages to contact him with a cellphone.

- Features step-by-step instructions, historical context, and the stakes for each game--including objective, risk level, reward, and additional warnings

- Includes chilling and dark illustrations throughout that intensify the mysteries of each game

- Discover a variety of dangerous games including ones you can do in a group or on your own

A guide to summoning spirits, divining the future, and invoking the supernatural.

LUCIA PETERS is a writer and editor based in Washington, DC. Her writing has appeared online at The Toast, Bustle, and other sites. She also runs The Ghost In My Machine, a website where she spooks readers with stories of the strange and unusual.