ScareMail - Scare.Me

The Yearlong Horror Experience Unavailable Anywhere Else

Delivered in 24 gripping letters over the course of a year, this immersive horror story will pull you into a world of suspense and terror, with a twist you'll never see coming.

Everything You Get:

  • Flexible Start Date (great for gifting)
  • 24 Captivating Letters, Delivered 2x a month.
  • More Than Just Letters: Includes 100+ eerie story artifacts, hidden lore, and more!
  • Join Thousands of Readers: 100,000+ letters sent to thrill-seekers like you.
"I'm only two letters in and I am hooked. I never thought I'd be so interested in a story being told through letters but I'm fascinated, I need to know what happens next! I would highly recommend this, either for yourself or as a gift." -Kyra ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Current Mailing Schedule

When you order your story today, please take note of the following mailing schedule.

  • Letter #1 mails within 1-3 business days* of purchase and include tracking(US)!
  • Remaining letters are mailed on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month with free shipping!

US: Letters arrive in as little as a few days from the mailing date

International: Letters arrive in as little as a few days to a week from mailing date.

For a full list of mailing dates and mailing FAQs check out this page.

As the creator of Scaremail and writer of my stories, I stand behind my work and want you to have an enjoyable experience. If you are not happy with your purchase after the first two letters (or 30 days) I will issue you a full refund with no questions asked.

Scaremail is designed to be a cohesive story experience. Receiving every letter in order is important to me! Therefore, if a letter is missed, lost, stolen, or tattered just email me and I will happily resend the letter at no additional cost to you. 

Disabled Army Veteran, law enforcement veteran, author of 23+ novels and creator of Scaremail, David tries to connect with each and every reader by writing about the things he finds terrifying and interesting.

Q: Can I choose a start date?

A: Sure! And I'll try to time the mailing around your date. Just add a note to your order. Here's a card that explains the experience! Just print and fold!

Or, check out the Gift Box for a better gifting solution.

Q: Do you ship internationally?

A: Yes! We send mail all around the world.

Q: What if my letter doesn't arrive?

A: I have a generous 100% receipt policy. I will resend any letter that doesn't arrive within a timely manner so you can experience the entire story.

Q: Are these trackable?

A: Your first letter will include tracking(US). Subsequent letters will ship free but will not have tracking available.

Q: I am ordering this as a gift for someone that doesn't have internet access - can they still fully participate in Scaremail?

A: Yes! I do provide some additional content online for each story, but access to the internet is not required to participate in Scaremail.

Need to let someone know about their gift in the mail? Here's a Printable Gift Card. Just print, fold, and give/send it to them!

Q: I haven't subscribed yet? Am I too late?

A: No - you're not too late! I accept subscribers year-round. When you subscribe I'll start sending you the story from the beginning. You will continue to get the entire experience for the next 12 months.

Experience a New Way of Storytelling with Scaremail.

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey of horror with Scaremail! This unique concept of sharing terrifying tales through personal correspondence between characters offers a new way to experience the thrill of horror fiction.

It's gift-able. Immersive. And fun.

Receive Expertly Crafted Letters Every Month

  • Instead of spam or bills, readers will receive two letters a month for an entire year, mailed on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month.
  • Each letter is meticulously written, crafted, and thoughtfully designed by Horror Author David Viergutz.
  • Includes eerie extras like unsettling photographs, ominous newspaper clippings, and cryptic symbols that turn a simple letter into an enhanced, storytelling experience.
  • Scaremail is doing away with bad news, bills, and junk mail. Now, you get to enjoy a haunted story a different way.

The Story

Michael, a curious and somewhat isolated individual, stumbled upon the mysterious website "Scare.Me" on an old, forgotten online forum. His interaction with the site has set off a series of psychological and supernatural events, tearing his life and mind apart. Now he feels compelled to share his experiences as a warning to the world.

Current Mailing Schedule

When you order your story today, please take note of the following mailing schedule.

  • Letter #1 mails within 1-3 business days* of purchase and includes First Letter Tracking(US).
  • Remaining letters are mailed on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month

*Letters arrive in as little as a few days from the mailing date for US orders and 1-2 weeks for international orders.

Giftable!

Want to gift Scaremail to a loved one? Just use their shipping information at checkout or check out the Gift Box!

Get Immersed

Scaremail is meant to be explored. There is a story to be read, and every detail counts.

More Than letters

Scaremail is an experience. With your purchase you get free access to sCaremail, a unique and exclusive Penpal Service!

Double Veteran Owned

A Family Business

Over 79,000 letters sent and counting, Scaremail is mailed by Horror Author David Viergutz and his wife, Melissa. Both are disabled Army veterans and law enforcement veterans.

Customer Reviews

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Alisha M.

I love the story I've been sent. It is just like reading letters from one person to the other. I don't want to say more and give anything away, but if you love horror stories I highly recommend this!!

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Daylene B.
Excited for every letter!

I saw the ad for scaremail on Facebook and I was intrigued. I'm glad I bought it because it's a very good story so far and I get excited when the mail comes now because I have something to look forward to!

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Vern
Best present ever.

My husbad knows I love anything spooky and a good mystery. He got me this as a surpise and I'm super excited to learn more. This is such a awesome idea. I'm hooked and need to know more.

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Susan A.F.
FOR THE CURIOUS MIND OF….

I LOVE SCARE ME! It’s refreshing to receive snail mail again especially with the on going mystery contained in said story. I love the imagination and the mystery in the letters. David has such a gift and I devour every bit of every word. Such a unique way of writing a thriller/mystery. I love everything about it. Looking forward to letter #4. Thank you for sharing your gift. I’m definitely a fan.

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Heather L.
Scare Mail

I love opening my mail!

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Jeanie
Jeanie's Review

I have received my fourth letter, and I am hooked!

The letters are a great (and different) way to tell the story that is unfolding. Can't wait for my next letter!

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Kelly G.
Worth it

I have been looking for a little treat for myself when I stumbled upon scare mail. I decided to go for it and it’s been a pleasant surprise. I love the anticipation of waiting for the next letter to come and I like the added facts and info. Some of which may have unlocked a fear I never knew I had.

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Lisa W.
The Intrigue is Building!

I received my first two letters so far and love the layer of experiences provided. The groundwork for something big is set and the intrigue is building! I can’t wait to get my next letter. I’m so glad I got this for myself!

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Happy C.
Already hooked

Only a few have come in so far. I ordered them as a gift for someone else, but I've enjoyed his dramatic readings of them, so it's turned out to be a delight for both of us. Thank you!!

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Crystal P.
FANTASTIC!!!

I ordered a year subscription for my daughter who is infatuated with scary stories. She is 11 and absolutely enjoys not only receiving the mail but getting to read them and sharing the story with me and her dad. Best gift ever!.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sure! And I'll try to time the mailing around your date. Just add a note to your order. And don't forget to ask for a Scaremail Card that explains the experience so you don't have to!

Or, check out the Gift Box!

While I am certainly real, Michael is not. He and many other characters are based on people I know. Some of their proclivities and the things that make them unique are real too.

Yes! We send mail all around the world.

I have a generous 100% receipt policy. I will resend any letter that doesn't arrive within a timely manner so you can experience the entire story.

Yes! I do provide some additional content online for each story, but access to the internet is not required to participate in Scaremail.

Need to let someone know about their gift in the mail? Here's a Printable Gift Card. Just print, fold, and give/send it to them!

No - you're not too late! My model supports subscribers any time during the year. When you subscribe I'll start sending you the story you subscribed to. You will continue to get the entire experience for the next 12 months.

I use USPS First Class Mail and the delivery time varies up to 2 weeks domestically and up to 6 weeks internationally. A list of my shipping dates are listed here.

My general suggestion is 14+ but each child is different. Scaremail contains disturbing themes, imagery and descriptions. There is no abuse of any kind, child, animal or sexual. There is mild swearing. Minor drug and alcohol references.

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Scaremail is shipped worldwide and new letters are mailed daily.

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The Scaremail Giftbox is perfect for gifting. Your loved one can start the subscription when ready!