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Haunted Florida Roadside Attractions (Haunted America)
by Heather LeighAuthor Heather Leigh guides readers on a spine-tingling tour through Florida's haunted roadside attractions. Florida roadways teem with amusements designed to extract a few bucks from weary travelers passing through. While most visitations are brief, some are eternal. Indeed, many of these Sunshine State amusements are inhabited by spirits who make their presence known. Blue beams ensnare tourists at the UFO Mecca that is Shoreline Park in Gulf Breeze. A bevy of specters can't stop performing for guests at the Ringling Brothers Museum in Sarasota. Visitors to the are advised to be on their best behavior when they happen upon the infamous haunted doll at the East Martello Museum in Key West--the doll, Robert, is known to bring misfortune to those who disrespect him.
Haunted Fort Smith & Van Buren (Haunted America)
by Bud SteedA paranormal investigator shares some of the haunted history of these two neighboring Arkansas cities.Outlaws, lawmen, soldiers and those on the Trail of Tears all passed through the Fort Smith and Van Buren area. Some of those restless spirits remain. Past residents of the “Hell on the Border” jail, which now serves as the visitor’s center, make life interesting for employees. At the Clayton House, a ghostly man in a black suit attends weddings uninvited. Residents near the Fort Smith National Cemetery report eerie blue lights hovering over grave markers. A pipe smoker is seen walking the grounds at the Drennen-Scott House. A small girl in Victorian dress is often seen playing among the tombstones at Fairview Cemetery. Author Bud Steed delves into the spectral history of the Arkansas-Oklahoma border.
Haunted Franklin Castle (Haunted America)
by William G. Krejci John W. MyersCleveland&’s gothic mansion plays host to murder and mayhem in a book that &“couples that delightful sense of mystery with plenty of ghost stories&” (Cleve Scene). For more than half a century, the Franklin Castle&’s dark façade has lured curiosity seekers from around the world. Behind its iron gates, this Victorian-era structure harbors rumors of everything from insanity to mass murder. Disembodied voices echo from empty rooms, doors open and close of their own accord and cold spots drift about the manse. Witnesses swear to sightings of a woman in black and a young girl in white, believed to be the ghostly apparitions of the wife and daughter of the original owner, Hannes Tiedemann. Using previously unpublished photographs, interviews, family accounts, floor plans, and nearly forty years of research, authors William G. Krejci and John W. Myers finally reveal the true and definitive history of Cleveland&’s notorious Franklin Castle. Includes photos! &“There are so many tales to tell—things like hidden rooms, outrageous parties and colorful occupants.&” —Cleveland19
Haunted Gary (Haunted America)
by Ursula Bielski&“Highlights the most infamous and spine-tingling haunted places scattered throughout Northwest Indiana&” (The Times of Northwest Indiana). In 2014, the story of Gary&’s &“Demon House&” shocked the world, drawing millions into the terrifying tale of a contemporary exorcism. For many residents, however, ghosts are just part of the community. From the haunting of the Jackson Five to the ghost ship Flying Cloud, local legends abound. Ghostly echoes may linger from a fiery 1918 train wreck that claimed the lives of eighty-six circus performers. A young murderess, said to have drowned her children in the Little Calumet River, reportedly haunts the Cline Avenue freeway. And the spirit of Alice Gray, the most famous of myriad recluses, is said to remain in Duneland. Meet these and other eternal inhabitants of &“America&’s Ghost Town&” with author Ursula Bielski. Includes photos!
Haunted Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland Counties (Haunted America)
by Kelly Lin Gallagher-RoncaceThe Jersey Devil isn&’t the only supernatural entity that stalks the Garden State: Here are tales of pirates, patients, and prisoners, oh my! Few places are as obsessed with the paranormal as New Jersey, and the area once known as West Jersey is a hotbed of supernatural activity. The ghost of a young boy in Mannington appears to welcome guests and partygoers to a historic bed-and-breakfast. The tortured soul of a weathered sea pirate remains in Greenwich, still imprisoned after three hundred years. Malevolent spirits haunt the abandoned Salem County Insane Asylum, menacing those who dare venture to the solitary confinement rooms in the basement. Paranormal investigator and researcher Kelly Lin Gallagher-Roncace shares frightening New Jersey folklore that makes for great fireside storytelling. Includes photos! &“During Gallagher-Roncace&’s time as a reporter for the South Jersey Times, she created a weekly column called &‘Paranormal Corner,&’ where she would divulge into anything &‘weird&’— UFOs, Bigfoot, Jersey Devils and hauntings. Through her exploration with her paranormal investigation group Jersey Unique Minds Paranormal Society — also known as JUMPS — she experienced &‘the feels&’ for the first time in the old Bunker Hill Presbyterian Church.&” —The Washington Township Sun
Haunted Graveyard of the Pacific (Haunted America)
by Ira Wesley KitmacherDespite its idyllic setting, the coast of the Pacific Northwest has another, darker name by which it is known: the "Graveyard of the Pacific." Two thousand ships and countless lives have been lost to the waters of the Pacific Ocean, and the Columbia River has claimed many more. The spirits of early settlers, Native Americans and drowned mariners are said to linger near the shores. From ghostly treasure hunters eternally searching for buried gold to a graveyard filled with souls that met violent ends, legends abound. Join author Ira Wesley Kitmacher as he uncovers mysterious tales and takes readers on a road trip through this most haunted place in America.
Haunted Graveyards of the Ozarks (Haunted America)
by David E. HarkinsA terrifying tour of cemeteries where ghosts of Civil War soldiers, criminals, and others wander the grounds . . . includes photos! From the neatly tended urban necropolis to the long-forgotten family plot at the end of a winding gravel road, these &“quiet cities&” of the Ozarks have the power to send chills up and down the spine of the most hardened skeptic. Be it the restless Civil War soldiers of Greenbrier, the mass murderer who stalks Peace Church, or the red eyes that persecute visitors to Robinson, tales of ghostly activity abound in every burial ground carved out of the ancient Ozark hills. Follow Dave Harkins as he explores the fascinating history and unsettling lore clinging to these haunted graveyards.
Haunted Green Bay (Haunted America)
by Timothy FreissTitletown, USA turns into Ghost Town, USA with chilling tales of weird Wisconsin. Green Bay has always been a city with a fierce sense of tradition complemented by a friendly atmosphere. Those qualities seem to attract not only living visitors but also spirits of the dead. Tour the city&’s haunted past with Tim Freiss as he follows the trail of the tragic, the inexplicable and the just plain spooky. From the desecration of the father of Wisconsin&’s burial spot to the winery that was a stop on the Underground Railroad to the nightclub haunted by a bullet-riddled love triangle, Haunted Green Bay stirs up the kind of history that keeps us awake a little bit longer once the lights are out. Includes photos!
Haunted Greenville, South Carolina (Haunted America)
by Jason ProfitA psychic and paranormalist takes readers on a ghostly tour of the historic city filled with southern charm—and southern spirits. Rumor has it that water—still or flowing—is a medium for paranormal activity. Residents of Greenville, South Carolina, have gathered at Falls Park on the river for generations, so it is no coincidence that this upstate city is teeming with spirits whose stories have yet to be told. From the aggressive spirits trapped in the 1920s grandeur of the Westin Poinsett Hotel to the moans of the wrongly accused Willie Earle, these ghosts have unfinished business. Watch as phantoms of children drift through the rows of Springwood Cemetery and discover what lurks behind the Tiffany stained-glass hallways of the Gassaway Mansion, as paranormalist and owner of Greenville Ghost Tours, Jason Profit, guides readers through the chilling past of this historic city with an entertaining collection of tales.
Haunted Hannibal: History and Mystery in America's Hometown (Haunted America)
by Ken Marks Lisa MarksLocal historians take readers beyond the celebrated charm of Mark Twain&’s boyhood home to its unexplainable and disturbing dark side. After living in Rockcliffe Mansion, where the haunted hallways were a rite of passage for countless Hannibalian youth, Ken and Lisa Marks learned firsthand that Hannibal, Missouri, is indeed haunted. Hannibal&’s own Mark Twain held a lifelong fascination with paranormal activity after experiencing an uncanny premonition of the death of his brother in 1858. Even skeptics will find it hard to resist the marvelously strange history of the limestone cave made famous in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer where the real-life, macabre Dr. McDowell experimented with his own daughter&’s corpse. Stories of the town&’s notorious red light district and Hannibal&’s larger-than-life lumber barons provide even more spine-tingling evidence of the haunting of America&’s Hometown. Includes photos!
Haunted Heart of Los Angeles (Haunted America)
by Brian CluneBeneath the teeming streets of California's largest city lies a dark history of serial killers, riots and strange encounters. Spirits are said to mingle with the tourists on Olvera Street, and there are rumors that a curse placed on Griffith Park still causes deaths to this day. Do the victims of a massacre at Union Station still haunt the halls there, and does Dodger Stadium host the shades of the residents it displaced during its construction? Even the old Los Angeles Zoo is said to be a hotspot of animal apparitions reluctant to move on. Author and paranormal historian Brian Clune explores the spooky side of Los Angeles.
Haunted Helena: Montana's Queen City Ghosts (Haunted America)
by Ellen BaumlerA look at the supernatural history of this Western town—includes photos! Helena was born of the gold rush, nurtured by the wealth of its financiers and raised on its political struggles. The lawless gold camp and its vigilante hangings left an indelible imprint on the modern community, and restless spirits from Helena's turbulent past still linger around town. Historian and award-winning author Ellen Baumler blends history with the supernatural as she expertly weaves the past with the present in a ghostly web. Firsthand accounts and historical records add credibility to these spooky but true tales. Explore the legacy of the hangman&’s tree and meet the ghosts of historic Last Chance Gulch. These stories and more bring to light the shadowy places in Helena where the past sometimes comes to life.
Haunted Hills: Ghosts and Legends of Highlands and Cashiers, North Carolina (Haunted America)
by Stephanie Burt WilliamsThe author of Wicked Charlotte roots out the spirited secrets of two small towns deep in the Appalachian Mountains. When the sun slips behind the trees and shadows lengthen near dusk, the mountains and valleys of Highlands and Cashiers whisper their tales of lost loves, deals gone bad, and ghosts who walk the night. This tourist destination is rich in folklore and legend—from rumors of a magical mountain volcano to the ghost of a white owl. Learn the stories and firsthand accounts of hauntings and the hard to explain. Listen to the voices winding through the hemlocks, or is it just the wind? Includes photos!
Haunted History of Delaware (Haunted America)
by Josh HitchensGhosts and legends of the First State—from haunted houses and historic sites to chilling stories of demon dogs and the Bad Weather Witch. Delaware&’s long history has created many ghostly echoes in the present day, places where the souls of the dead have not yet found rest. Experience the eerie legend of Fiddler&’s Bridge, meet the ghosts in the Governor&’s Mansion and learn the truth behind the Selbyville Swamp Monster. Discover many more terrifying tales that will chill your bones. These are the stories of the most frightening phantoms that lurk in New Castle, Kent and Sussex Counties—read them if you dare. Delaware native and paranormal historian Josh Hitchens takes a spooky road trip through the First State.
A Haunted History of Denver's Croke-Patterson Mansion (Haunted America)
by Ann Alexander Leggett Jordan Alexander LeggettStep into this nineteenth-century Colorado landmark and discover its paranormal history . . . Photos included! An ominous air hangs about Capitol Hill&’s historic Croke-Patterson Mansion. Rumors of spirits and strange events have cast a shadow across its elegant Gilded Age facade. The lonely halls are haunted with stories of a doctor&’s wife who committed suicide and the ghostly figure of a young woman who appears to visitors. Tenants of the building have also claimed to hear the cries of children, and dark specters in the basement prevent even the hardiest souls from staying for too long. In this fascinating book, authors Ann Alexander Leggett and Jordan Alexander Leggett explore the mysteries that have plagued this Denver mansion for over a century.
Haunted History of Kalamazoo (Haunted America)
by Nicole Bray Robert DuShaneMichigan&’s city with a strange name has an even stranger—and spirited—past. The authors of Ghosts of Grand Rapids share its chilling tales. Kalamazoo&’s violent and often anguished history has given way to myriad ghostly tales surrounding some of the town&’s most prominent places. From the tortured souls roaming the Asylum Lake Preserve to the infamous suicide of the amateur actress Thelma, who reputedly haunts the Civic Auditorium to this day, it is no small wonder that the town is filled with apparitions longing to make their stories and their presence known. In this startlingly spooky collection of tales, ghost hunters Bray and DuShane gather stories from legend, lore and residents alike that bring new meaning to the age-old adage &“seeing is believing.&” Includes photos! &“Highlight[s] over 30 different haunted locations in Kalamazoo including the Asylum Lake preserve, the Civic Auditorium, an abused grave marker that is supposedly responsible for demonic activity, and the gravesite of a deceased minister that oozes.&” —Morning Sun
The Haunted History of the Ohio State Reformatory (Haunted America)
by Sherri BrakeParanormal expert Sherri Blake takes readers on a terrifying tour of Ohio&’s infamous prison, where The Shawshank Redemption was filmed. Built on the site of a Civil War camp ravaged by disease, the Ohio State Reformatory first opened in 1896 to reform young offenders but eventually grew to house the most dangerous criminals. By the time the Mansfield institution closed, the prison was hosting a thousand more prisoners than it was designed to hold in &“brutalizing and inhumane conditions.&” Within the dark corridors made famous as the backdrop for The Shawshank Redemption, ghostly presences linger, from the dungeons of solitary confinement to the West Wing showers, where a bent pipe marks the place where a prisoner hanged himself. Venture behind the walls of this notorious prison with ghost tour guide Sherri Brake to discover the history and spirits that forever haunt these halls . . . if you dare. Includes photos!
Haunted Hotels and Ghostly Getaways of New Mexico (Haunted America)
by Donna Blake BirchellTrue to its nickname, New Mexico enchants some souls so much they never leave. <P><P>The Express St. James of Cimarron plays host to the cantankerous spirit of former owner Thomas James "T.J." Wright. <P><P>At the Trinity Hotel in Carlsbad, Miss Ruby occasionally pranks unwitting guests and still cares for the rooms where she once worked. <P><P>The gentle ghost of Julie Staab sits weeping at the bar of La Posada when not running bath water in her former room. <P><P>And in death, Byron T. Mills looks over the Las Vegas Plaza Hotel he owned and neglected in life. <P><P>Local author Donna Blake Birchell shares the chilling stories of these permanent spectral guests.
Haunted Hotels in America
by Dr. Robin MeadIf you&’re intrigued by real-life hauntings, Haunted Hotels in America is a travel guide for you with the truth behind paranormal activity in more than 50 hotels and inns that you can stay in overnight. From hotels and inns featured in Netflix documentaries and true crime podcasts to hauntings that regularly featured on the evening news, there is a haunted travel destination you can visit. Inside you&’ll find:an in-depth look at the hotel&’s history and an overview of recent hauntingsa detailed description of the ghosts and paranormal activityhotel address and reservation informationa travel checklist for ghosthunters to keep track of their haunted vacationsHaunting enthusiasts will be entertained as they learn about new hauntings and use this travel resource to plan their next adventure.
Haunted Hotels of Michigan (Haunted America)
by Wenona Rebecca NapolitanoFrom captivating tales of lingering lumber barons to lovelorn ladies and chilling stories of murder, Michigan's hotels hold secrets that will send shivers down the spine. Ghostly apparitions and mysterious whispers have terrified guests for years at Petoskey's Terrace Inn and The House of Ludington in Escanaba, while eerie occurrences and disembodied voices wake guests in the night at Kalamazoo's Henderson Castle Inn. Once named America's Most Haunted City, Mackinac Island has enough ghosts to keep visitors sleepless for a lifetime. Embark on a spine-chilling journey through the Mitten State with Haunted Flint author Roxanne Rhoads as she unveils the spooky history of Michigan's most haunted hotels and inns.
Haunted Hotels of Northern Colorado (Haunted America)
by Nancy K WilliamsJoin the supernatural guests who have extended their stays from Denver to Estes Park where the Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King’s The Shining.The haunted hotels of northern Colorado offer chance encounters with wispy apparitions from a fabulous century gone by. The Earl of Dunraven prowls in the night at the Stanley Hotel. Melancholy Carl haunts the halls of the Brook Forest Inn, and Eleanor James tosses pots and pans about at the Elkhorn Lodge. A little boy, tragically drowned, leaves watery footprints in the Hotel Jerome. Book a stay with author Nancy Williams as she explores Colorado’s iconic hotels where spirits aren’t confined to the bar.
Haunted Hotels of the California Gold Country (Haunted America)
by Nancy K WilliamsIn this historic region of northern California, there are hotels where some guests never checked out—even after death . . . Step across the threshold of a haunted hotel in California&’s renowned Gold Country and encounter phantom figures of yesteryear. Wispy apparitions of gentleman guests in Victorian coats and ladies in fashionable flapper gowns glide through the walls, while unexplained sobs and choking gasps disturb the night. There&’s Stan, the Cary House&’s eternal desk clerk, and bachelor ghost Lyle, who tidies the Groveland Hotel. Flo tosses pots and pans in the National&’s kitchen, while the once-scorned spirit of Isabella ties the Sierra Nevada House&’s curtains in knots. From suicidal gamblers to murdered miners, the Mother Lode&’s one-time boomtowns are crowded with characters of centuries past. Book your stay with author Nancy Williams as she explores the history and haunts of the Gold Country&’s iconic hotels. Includes photos!
Haunted Independence, Oregon (Haunted America)
by Marilyn MortonThe “Hop Capital of the World” is brewing with otherworldly spirits—from the mischievous to the macabre, from glowing orbs to tortured souls.Meet the spirits of Independence, Oregon, who whisper to passersby and tickle the spines of the curious: A young woman who threw herself from a window upon learning of her lover’s death. Patients who underwent crude surgeries a century past and whose quiet moans linger on. A mysterious skeleton uncovered by a local business owner in the shadowy recesses of an attic. A doll that inexplicably relocates to different parts of the local museum at night. Mischievous or downright chilling, the ghosts of Independence offer a doorway to the city’s colorful past. Tour historic downtown Independence with Marilyn Morton, founder and chair of the annual Ghost Walk, as she reveals the haunted heritage of the one-time hop capital of the world.“[Morton] spins tales about the scary side of Independence . . . [and] takes readers on a tour of historic downtown.” —OregonLive
Haunted Inns and Ghostly Getaways of Vermont (Haunted America)
by Thea LewisPrepare to be disturbed by the preternatural guests at the Green Mountain State&’s most creeptastic lodgings—from the author of Haunted Burlington. Creaks and groans in the night remind guests that they might not be alone in Vermont&’s inns. Discover the history behind some of the Green Mountain State&’s spookiest places to spend the night. Loyal guest Mary Todd Lincoln enjoyed her annual respites at the Equinox Hotel in Manchester so much that death could not interrupt the tradition. Some still feel the presence of Al Capone in the underground bar he favored at Highgate Manor. The show goes on for the ghost of tap-dancing hero Boots Berry at Stowe&’s Green Mountain Inn. Queen City Ghostwalk creator and author Thea Lewis shares chilling encounters and examines the spirits of the past that are not quite resting in peace. Haunted Inns and Ghostly Getaways of Vermont is the only bedtime story for a night in Vermont&’s eerie lodgings. Includes photos! &“For Lewis, a gifted storyteller, a good story makes a haunted place all the more compelling.&” —Happy Vermont
Haunted Inns and Hotels of Virginia (Haunted America)
by Susan SchwartzVirginia's long history and many beauties attract millions of visitors each year--and some never leave.With some of the oldest inns in the country, Virginia has a multitude of options for travelers to sleep among the spirits. The historic Cavalier Hotel is haunted by the ghost of Adolph Coors, the beer magnate. Market Square Tavern is one of the original buildings in Williamsburg, and has some of the oldest haunts--including, possibly, Thomas Jefferson. The spirit of Mary Hooker still watches over her beloved home at King George's Bell Grove Plantation. The family of the former owner of Natural Bridge Hotel are said to still walk the halls of historic building--after he killed them. Plan a ghostly journey along Virginia's byways with author and paranormal expert Susan Schwartz.