Spiders, heights, skeletons...the dark. What are you afraid of? What makes your heart beat so hard it might shoot out of your chest? What evil blows cursed air across the tiny hairs on the back of your neck?

In this contest, you're to create a new children's story based on a common phobia. It's all about fear, irrational, petrifying, blood curdling fear. The fear is real, but the threat is not (hence the phobia.) There is a 500 word limit on this contest.

All entries must be in accordance with our text rules and guidelines. As always, quality is a must. You will have 5 days for this contest, so make your submission count. Thanks to MrAverage for the idea!