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Seeking Spirits: The Lost Cases of The Atlantic Paranormal Society
<p align="center"><big>TV's POPULAR GHOST HUNTERS REVEAL ALL-NEW, NEVER-BEFORE-TOLD STORIES FROM THEIR SPOOKY EARLY INVESTIGATIONS!</big>
For the first time ever, Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson, founders of The Atlantic Paranormal Society (T.A.P.S.), share their most memorable and spine-tingling early cases -- none of which has ever appeared on tel
...morePaperback, 288 pages
Published
September 29th 2009
by Pocket
(first published September 26th 2009)
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I've loved the Ghost Hunters since the first season the show began. I always hoped that I could meet them and finally I did. My close friend and I got to meet Jason and Grant at Barnes and Nobles in Warwick, RI. They were doing a book signing and they're honestly some of the nicest people I've ever met.
I'm sure they hear over and over again how much people love their show but they were still grateful and almost taken aback when we told them. They were even interested in the fact th...more
I'm sure they hear over and over again how much people love their show but they were still grateful and almost taken aback when we told them. They were even interested in the fact th...more
I really enjoyed getting more of a look into these earlier investigations by TAPS. I liked how each chapter was followed by instructions on their technique which is not always as well explained in the tv shows. I even enjoyed the stories where the homes turned out to not be haunted because it shows how thorougly Jason and Grant are in debunking and how easily it is to be misguided. In comparison to their first book this was much more interesting and better written. It felt like they really p...more
I'm an unabashed fan of Ghost Hunters, especially because it isn't as histrionic as Ghost Aventures or Paranormal State, so I was looking forward to these stories as they covered their initial cases as paranormal investigators before they got their own show.
But, really, I had to tape open my eyes to stop them from rolling as I read on. Almost every case had brilliant evidence including aliens caught on film peeking through people's windows (!), yet why have we never seen this on the...more
But, really, I had to tape open my eyes to stop them from rolling as I read on. Almost every case had brilliant evidence including aliens caught on film peeking through people's windows (!), yet why have we never seen this on the...more
This is another one that I'm probably going to get laughed at for. But I love Ghost Hunters - I will admit that fact freely and openly. Plus, I'm totally fascinated by the idea of the paranormal, so I really like learning about all things supernatural. This book had some pretty crazy stories. Some were ones that I could almost buy; some had me saying, "yeah right"; and some just plain blew me away. The one that I absolutely couldn't buy was the story where Jason and Grant determin...more
I absolutely loved this book! First of all, I am already a fan of the show Ghost Hunters on Sci-Fi. I was always impressed with their ability to be skeptical and scientific on their ghost hunts. This makes anything that they find that much more exciting because you know they have taken the time to debunk it first. If you are a fan of their show or interested in ghost hunting, I highly recommend this book. It is not only chock-full of essential ghost hunting information, but also includes plenty ...more
I LOVED THIS BOOK!! Anyone that is a fan of Ghost Hunter on SyFy should read this book. It is such an easy and captivating read. And throughout the book, Jason and Grant give aspiring ghost hunters tips and tricks on how to conduct their own investigations and not taint the evidence and how to look at an investigation without having thoughts about it that may sway what they see and hear one way or another.
After reading this, I've decided that I really want to see this lost footage a...more
After reading this, I've decided that I really want to see this lost footage a...more
I just got done reading the second book by Jason and Grant of "Ghost Hunters." I can't say if I like this one better than the first book Ghost Hunting or not, but I love the fact that we get a look back before the TV show to see how they did things. It is great to get a glimpse into how they ran before all the fine tuning. You can definitely tell where they tweeked their way of doing things, but they have always stood by their drive to disprove hauntings leading to getting only the bes...more
I'm always a sucker for a good ghost story, especially true ones. I really enjoyed learning about what got the TAPS creators interested in ghost hunting and reading about some of their more intense, demonic encounters. Some of their recent tv show cases can be a little tepid, so it was great to read about some old haunts with more spook in the steps. The language is very basic, some more colorful description of the cases could further create the atmosphere of ghost hunting, but the language is a...more
Sort of a "Before They Were Stars," Grant and Jason give us a look at some of the cases they investigated before they were on the air. What is most interesting about these stories is how "outrageous" they are when it comes to the paranormal. More than the usual evps and apparitions, the reader gets doppelgangers (which has never been creepier), aliens, (they believe in those, too?!) and even an exorcism (Super Soaker filled with holy water FTW!)! We even get to read Grant'...more
At first I found it hard to get into this book. I watch every show and have everyone on DVD. The more i read the better the book got. I really liked the way after each story they would have a Ghost Hunters Manual which would explain the different tactics they used. They really bring the investigations down to earth so everyone can understand them. You cant help but feel like you are a part of the investigation along with Jay and Grant. Michael Jan Friedman Co-Wrote this book with Jason Hawes, an...more
I am such a huge fan of the series and I think Grant & Jason are the best on TV. While the book was written with a collaborator, their voices rang clearly throughout the stories. This is a great behind-the-scenes look at the series. I enjoyed learning about the early days of the series and how they developed their ghost hunting chops. Even if you aren't a super fan, this is still an interesting and practical look at how to explore the paranormal from two of the best in the business.
This book was about the teams earlier cases not televised. What was good, was interspersed, explanations of their various equipment used, and methods of investigation. A real course-study if you are interested in Ghost Hunting for yourself or wish to create a team.
I find the authors very generous in their advice. They want to work with a network to learn more on the Paranormal subject of Ghosts.
I truly recommend this book. The photographs are interesting too.
I find the authors very generous in their advice. They want to work with a network to learn more on the Paranormal subject of Ghosts.
I truly recommend this book. The photographs are interesting too.
This book took me for. ev. er. to finish, mainly because when I started it I really wasn't in the mood for non-fiction. However, I kept at it for a few weeks (while occasionally putting it down for some other stuff) and was really glad I did.
I'm a huge fan of Ghost Hunters on SyFy, and I loved this book because you really got some insight into Jason and Grant as well as some of their older cases. I really loved that. Some of the cases were kind of boring, but some of them made my eye...more
I'm a huge fan of Ghost Hunters on SyFy, and I loved this book because you really got some insight into Jason and Grant as well as some of their older cases. I really loved that. Some of the cases were kind of boring, but some of them made my eye...more
After a semester reading nothing but articles related to library science, this book was a fun palate-cleanser; I love allegedly true ghost stories, and I thoroughly enjoy the TV show Ghost Hunters (because inside I'm really a twelve-year-old boy). This book combines some of Jason and Grant's early cases and tips for conducting your own investigations, should you be so inclined.
If you're into paranormal research and paranormal studies then this book is a fantastic example of paranormal research. Jason and Grant have been ghost hunting for a long time, their entire friendship is founded on their love and skepticism of the paranormal. In Seeking Spirits: The Lost Cases of The Atlantic Paranormal Society, you can find some of their more serious cases that never aired on Sci-Fi favorite Ghost Hunters. Jason and Grant take you through their style of ghost hunting and share ...more
Loved this book. I like the fact that they believe in the paranormal but look at it from the way of science first. They are always honest with clients. I have learned so much from this group. The book is well written. The extra tips are a large help and easy to understand.
I am a huge fan of Ghost Hunters. For those who can't get enough of their cases, this is a great read. They also provide insight into ghost hunting techniques which are really useful and helpful in understanding their approach.
Excellent stories of paranormal investigations that did not make it into the Ghost Hunters series. There was one case that had been advertised as an episode and was never aired. It is detailed here. A fun, easy read!
I really enjoyed reading some of the history of the TAPS group. Since all of you know I am obsessed with Jason and Grant, this is no surprise. This book is full of really interesting stories.
Loved it! I would read it again! It helps you get more into the show, because you learn some of the background of the crew and cases they worked on. Awesome read!! :)
I enjoyed the first book better than this one. There was too much flipping between stories and how to set up your own paranormal group, and it didn't feel cohesive. Plus, my two favorite people from the TV series, Steve and Tango, were not included in any of the stories...
This was interesting, It featured cases that have not been on television. I found this more enjoyable than the previous book put out by these two.
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Seeking Spirits: The Lost Cases of The Atlantic Paranormal Society by Jason Hawes (2009)
I could swear I saw some of these on the series. Includes an alien sighting. Oh, well...
I'm an unapologetic and shameless fan of Ghost Hunters and Jay and Grant. Love those guys.
I can sum up why I loved this book in one statement: super soaker filled with holy water. Done!
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Great companion to the show, especially if you're a TAPS fan. :)
I love the way it's written & all of the in depth study information.
I really liked this book, it was spooky, funny, and informative. What I especially enjoyed was learning Grant's original paranormal experience when he was 15, that floored me!
As a fan of the Ghost Hunters show, I truly enjoyed this book. Through the eyes of both TAPS founders we look into their earlier investigations which focus more on the people experiencing paranormal activity, not just fancy locations, which seems to be the case now on the show. Also, the brief explanations about how someone could investigate as well as some of the many terms of things that you could encounter as an investigator was interesting. A very simple read, but very informative. Hopefully...more
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