With summer coming to a close, bonfires are becoming the next big hit as the summer air begins to cool down and people cozily huddle around the fire. At every campfire, many of us either sing songs, burn some of our exes' things, or tell stories, especially scary stories. If you are one of the people who want to shake up their game in telling some scary stories, this list is the list for you. Not only will you horrify your loved ones, but you'll be dubbed as one brave soul. That is, if you can tell the scary stories without jumping out your own skin yourself!

1. "The assignment is due at midnight!"

One of your friends just flinched. The other frantically checked their phone. It's 10:30 and they have an hour and a half to get it done now. All hell breaks loose.

2. "You have an overdue payment."

Your mother wrung her hands nervously, hoping that it wasn't the cable bill. Your father smiles uncomfortably. He's praying that he remembered to pay the light bill.

3. "Jury Duty."

A short, but simple phrase causes your immediate family to gasp in horror. Your siblings quickly run inside and lock themselves in their rooms.

4. "Did I remember to lock the door?"

An hour has passed. You bring up the question. Eyes widen in terror, fingers are twitching, legs are nervously bouncing. Even your big, brawny friend is sweating bullets.

5. "Marriage."

Your best guy friend just fainted. It was too terrifying for him.

6. "Driver's license and registration, please?"

Everyone around the campfire is sweating now. They know the fear. Their hearts are pounding relentlessly against their chest.

7. "Graduation!"

The youngest person in your group has burst into tears. They're shaking. It's too much for them, but you can't stop. You only have three more to go.

8. "An Approaching Deadline."

Your mother quickly stood up and walked back into the house. She's fanning herself to keep from passing out. Your father has now fainted.

9. "An unknown caller in the middle of the night."

Your heart is pounding at the thought as people watch you in horror as you continue to say these phrases. They're beginning to think something is wrong with you.

10. "Missing your alarm."

Everyone runs into the house in a panic, leaving you and the crackling sound of the bonfire in front of you. You smile to yourself, satisfied. You're the scary story master.