Witch-Bait by Arthur Leo Zagat is a captivating blend of supernatural suspense and chilling horror. When a small town is plagued by a series of eerie and unexplained occurrences, the townsfolk become convinced that a witch is lurking among them, using dark magic to wreak havoc. As fear spreads and paranoia sets in, an unlikely hero must delve into the town’s shadowy past to uncover the truth behind the mysterious events. With each revelation, the line between reality and nightmare blurs, leading to a climactic showdown that will leave you breathless. Will they expose the real witch, or will the town be consumed by its own dark fears? Dive into this enthralling tale of deception and dark magic.
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Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the ‘Doc Savage’ adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.