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Jessica Ferri

Jessica Ferri is a writer based in Brooklyn, New York. Her work has been published by The New Yorker, The Economist, NPR, The Daily Beast, and more. Her first book, Dearly Departed, on the cemeteries of New York, will be published in 2020. 

www.jessicaferri.com|@JessicaAFerri

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The Cursed and Haunted History of the West 57th Street Penthouse in New York City

Mental asylum patients and a troubled marriage haunt this luxury dwelling.

50 Years Later: The Manson Family and the Gruesome Murder of Sharon Tate

The cult's brutal slaying of Sharon Tate in August of 1969 marked the end of an era.

15 Extremely Scary Horror Movies You Need to See, According to Reddit

Even die-hard horror fans are creeped out by these freaky flicks.

10 Creepy Books to Read Right Now

Do you love books that make your skin crawl? These ten creepy books to read are sure to send chills down your spine.

Sleep, My Child, Forever: The Mother Who Killed Her Own Children for Insurance Money

Behind the maternal facade was a cold-blooded killer whose get-rich scheme cost her children their lives.

13 True Crime Books About Lesser-Known, Suspected Serial Killers

13 True Crime Books About Lesser-Known, Suspected Serial Killers

These serial killer cases–some of which remain unsolved–will haunt your dreams.