The 25 Creepiest ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ Illustrations That Gave Every ’90s Kid Nightmares

22. Sam’s New Pet

The story of “Sam’s New Pet” involves a trip to Mexico, a rabid sewer rat, and a really weird mixup. But this is perhaps the most bizarre image of a rat ever created. It’s like a deformed turnip with a zombie face and far, far too many toes.