Haunted Books

I do love a good ghost story, even better yet- a haunted book! Perhaps you haven’t yet heard about the haunted book in the DePauw University’s Library Archives in Greencastle, IL. Hoosier State Paranormal investigated the archives on January 20. This particular ghost story is about a book- one particular book: The Poems of Ossian, The Son of Fingal. This book is in former Governor James Whitcomb’s collection that he donated in the early 1800’s.

As legend has it, one student was really enjoying reading this book to the point he couldn’t put it down. Instead of leaving it in the library, he snuck out of the library with it and took it home with him to read. That night, he felt a presence in his room. When he strained in the darkness to see who could be in his room, he saw a spectral finger pointing at him and a voice that asked “Who stole Ossian?”

The student was scared half to death and promptly returned the book the next day. This particular story was what prompted Hoosier State Paranormal to investigate this book. The night of the investigation they recorded two EVP’s. You can listen to them here: EVP Evidence.

If you’d like to learn more about their investigation, check out their website: Hoosier State Paranormal.

Rochester Haunts – A Ghost Hunter’s Guide Book Review

Rochester Haunts: A Ghost Hunter’s Guide is an informal guidebook for those interested in paranormal happenings throughout Rochester, New York and the surrounding towns. This book will help individuals and groups that perform their own paranormal research locate the most haunted sites in the region. Whether you are interested in reading a good ghost story or simply like to tour haunted buildings and cemeteries, this book provides this and much more.

For those new to ghost hunting, check out the introduction for quick tips on essential equipment for paranormal research expeditions. Learn why audio recorders are well worth the investment and how pendulums and dowsing rods can add a new level to any paranormal investigation. Interested in a really good ghost story? Read chapter nine to find out about the Demon in the Mirror. This chilling true story about a family being terrorized Greece, New York may make you question whether ghost hunting is a fun pastime or something best left to the professionals.

The information found in this book is unique because it doesn’t simply recount well-known stories; in many instances it provides first hand accounts by those who were directly involved in the paranormal research described or had lived or worked in the haunted locations.  You’ll get detailed information (that is not easily found on the Internet) about each haunted place that is included in the book.  

Additionally, this book provides users with a glossary of common terms used by paranormal investigators as well as a plethora of photos taken by witnesses of paranormal events. To top it off, author Dwayne Claud makes it very easy for readers to find the haunted locations described throughout the book by providing website and physical addresses for most of the locations, with the exception of private residences.

Pick up your own copy of this must-have ghost hunting book by visiting Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders and Walden Books.