Ghosts discussion
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My name is Kathy and I am and avid reader. I am currently working on my first story about a witch. I actually enjoy reading and editing more than writing. I am a mother of two, a wife, and a soon to be grandmother. Thank you for inviting me to join your group.
Hi Tricia and thanks for inviting me to this group. I have published several paranormal romances, but one does have a ghost, The Company You Keep. Another is set in Pennsylvania and though the heroine is haunted by her past, the real problem is her husband, who was cursed by a witch-- The Beast of Blackbirch Manor.I'm looking forward to some interesting discussions here!
Hi Tricia! Thanks so much for inviting me.I write paranormal and erotic romance. I don't write about ghosts (yet) but I do love to read stories about them. Most especially the scary ones. The scarier the better in fact.
I'm really excited to be a part of this group!
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Thanks for joining, David! Your books sound very interesting! I hear all sorts of ghost stories from all over the UK. Such great history! I hope you'll share a few!
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Hi Kathy! Thanks for joining! I like witch stories, too. Keep me posted when you get it published. I'd love to hear more about it!
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Oh, they both sound intriguing! Paranormal romances are my favorite, though I read all sorts of books. I'll add your ghost romance to our bookshelf if you haven't already done so. Sounds like something I must read!! Thanks for joining, Penelope!
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I write paranormal and erotic romance. I don't write about ghosts (yet) but I do love to read stories about them. Most especially the scary ones. The sca..."
Hi Lisa! I love the scary ones, too! That's what I hope everyone can share with this group to make it easier for people to find the spooky stuff! And if you ever write a ghost romance, remember to add it here!! Thanks for joining! :)
Hello! My name is Keith. I am an avid reader and love books about ghosts, paranormal activity, etc..Glad to be apart of this group!! Also very glad to have found this group here on Goodreads!!!
Hello all, and thanks for the invite. I love a good ghost story and have written a few. Whenever I experience a nightmare that haunts I have to write it down or keep having them. For me, the scariest of them involve ghosts -- it freaks me out. I claim not to believe in them and yet have an intense interest but real fear of them. Maybe if I claimed to believe they'd quit haunting. Can't wait to start reading your books. My genre currently is mystery stories with a touch of horror. Love romance and have read an interesting ghost / romance just this year. Dream Chaser by P. Christina Greenaway. I'll post my review of it soon.
Hi all :-)Thank you for the invite Tricia.
This could very well be 'THE' Goodreads group for me.
I've had a deep fascination with all things paranormal, supernatural, uncanny, unsolved etc etc, since a young age.
I'm a 31yr old, Australian, avid reader, working on my first novel.
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Hello dear Tricia,I am so happy that you invited me to this group.
I write mostly Urban Magic but up till now there are no "Ghosts" in my stories... Who knows, maybe soon?
I love reading about them, though, both fiction and non fiction. I also love Angels.
Do not like so much the "scary" part but ratjer the mystery and awe.
Thanks a bunch, hope maybe we can write something for this group as well?
Maria Carmo
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Great to see you here, Emma! Thanks for joining!
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Hi, Keith! I'm so glad you joined us! I hope we can have many chats together about ghostly activity! It's one of my favorite topics, too!
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Hello, Yolanda! Ghost stories are so much fun! Even the scary ones! That's great that you write your nightmares down. I do that, as well. It's very therapeutic, as well as a great exercise for creativity. Sometimes your dreams can point you in the right direction for your stories! Thanks for joining, and keep us posted with your review. I'm interested to hear what you think of any ghost novels!
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Thank you for the invite Tricia.
This could very well be 'THE' Goodreads group for me.
I've had a deep fascination with all things paranormal, supernatural, uncanny, unsolved etc etc, si..."
Hi Shane! It's rather an interesting topic, isn't it? I look forward to our discussions! Does the novel you're working on have any paranormal elements?
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I am so happy that you invited me to this group.
I write mostly Urban Magic but up till now there are no "Ghosts" in my stories... Who knows, maybe soon?
I love reading about th..."
Lovely to see you here, Maria! Ghosts are full of mystery, aren't they? I think that's part of the appeal for me, too. Thanks for joining!
Hi to all! I am a newbie. Can't wait to hear more about Ghosts. I am getting ready to start some new short stories about ghosts so I thought this would be a great place to visit.
Hi Tricia,Thanks for the invite. My novel doesn't have anything to do with ghosts, but I sure like reading about them! My first "ghost" book was The Shining, by Stephen King, and I still think that remains one of the best. I'm curious. What do you all think? Alright, this is going to be fun....
Abithica
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Welcome to our group, Lynne! I'm hoping to learn more about ghosts here myself. Have fun writing your short stories! Be sure to let us know when you publish them so we can add them to our bookshelves! :)
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Thanks for the invite. My novel doesn't have anything to do with ghosts, but I sure like reading about them! My first "ghost" book was The Shining, by Stephen King, and I still thin..."
It's very sad, I am a Stephen King fan but I haven't read all of his classic works. My husband says The Shining is one King's best novels. I definitely need to read it, but after I finish the Dark Tower series. I hear they're making that into a movie/series, too. Concerning The Shining, has anyone visited The Stanley Hotel?? Hmmm...maybe I should start a thread for that...
Hi, I'm Wendy. Thanks to Tricia for the invite. I grew up in Elizabeth City, N.C., which is on the sound side of the Outer Banks. This is one of the most haunted areas of the country. I saw a lot of freaky unexplained things happen there, as did most of my family and friends.
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Welcome, Wendy! Thanks for joining us! I hope you share some stories in the personal experiences folder! I'd love to hear more!
Thank you for inviting me; and hello to you and all the members who read the "introductions". I am both an old writer and a new writer, as I put down the pen or pushed away the keyboard for many years. Currently, I am raising three teenagers (which means I have three YA readers in my house). It is quite a paranormal adventure in its own right. Still I am currently working on writing a YA paranormal, adventure, fantasy, horror, mystery, thriller, romance of my own. Yes, there are ghosts, but maybe more importantly are humans interacting and experiencing a co-existence with these sentient and somewhat magickal beings. ;) Lisa
Hello. I am Stacy mother of Coale. I love to read and kind of horror novel. Basically if people dont die I am not interested. I am helping my husband write a fantasy novel at the moment so I am bringing the flavor....We shall see what happens!
Tricia wrote: "Feel free to introduce yourself here. My name is Tricia. I'm a paranormal romance author, the mother of three and I'm addicted to books, history and all things paranormal. I live in the coal co..."
I'm a Christian murder mystery writer. Do angles count as far as paranornal experiences and/or demons? I dont' write about either, or haven't yet, but I do read Ted Dekker and others who do write about them.
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Welcome, Lisa! And thanks for joining! Your story sounds intriguing! Best of luck with it! Keep us updated on your progress!
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Welcome, Stacy! I love how you describe your interest in horror novels. Best of luck to you and your husband with that fantasy novel. I hope to hear about its publication in the future!
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My name is Tricia. I'm a paranormal romance author, the mother of three and I'm addicted to books, history and all things paranormal. I live..."
I agree with David. I think angels and demons definitely count. I've often been told that the coincidences (if you believe in such) that happen in my life are because an angel is watching over me.
Hi, I am Pamela K. Kinney, and i write nonfiction ghost books, plus also fictional ones, along wirth other horror, science fiction, fantasy, and poetry. I also write as Sapphire Phelan for erotic and sweet paranormal romance.And what I write, I read too.
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This is the perfect place for you, Pamela! Sounds like you've had many experiences with ghosts, including research! I'm so glad you joined us. I look forward to our ghostly conversations!
David wrote: "Nike wrote: "Tricia wrote: "Feel free to introduce yourself here. A Christian murder mystery writer is a moniker I'm not that happy with. Though it's what I've been called. I write murder mysteries and I'm a Christian.
So, I write what I know to be believable Christian characters. That is my Christian characters sound like real life Christian people when they talk to each other. They might use Christianese or Christian buzz words that nonChristians aren't too familiar with.
I don't write theology and try to stay away from preaching, but if my Christian character is having some conflict over a spiritual issue, it will come through. So, there are Christian themes, though not necessarily a Christian message.
I've never written about a character having an experience with an angel or a demon. My friend just wrote a YA book in which he suggests an angel comes in the form of a dog offering comfort and even protection to two poor boys who are suffering child abuse.
Tricia wrote: "Nike wrote: "Tricia wrote: "Feel free to introduce yourself here.I agree with David. I think angels and demons definitely count. I've often been told that the coincidences (if you believe in such) that happen in my life are because an angel is watching over me.
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Not to get too preachy, but the Bible never says we have a guardian angel...though it seems to suggest so. It also says we should be careful how we treat the stranger/wayfarer as he might be an angel.
Hi all. I'm a huge believer in ghosts (after experiencing one myself) and love to read a good ghost story. My other passion is writing. I'm a published author and will be adding ghost stories to my next book. (waves to Lynne)
Traci
My name is Drew. Originally from Ohio, I was lucky enough to find and marry a beautiful, resourceful, educated Pennsylvanian woman. We are blessed with 3 children (currently elementary school age). I am currently going to school to become an RN, after a long bout with unemployment. It's been a little scary to reinvent myself, but I've had a lot of support from my family. As for my interest in the supernatural, I'd say it began at a young age. Unfortunately, I witnessed death at the age of 9 which fueled my curiosity to explore the topic. My spiritual journey had taken me to many places, allowed me to talk with many different people, read a wide variety of books (fiction and non-fiction) and eventually I found my place in the 'big picture.' As for writing, I've always been encouraged to write. Many people have told me that I 'talk in pictures.' It wasn't until the Fall 2006 that I decided to write. Starting with a dream I had about my father (who passed away before I had even met my wife, and subsequent children) and my family sitting together for a visit in a hotel room. It inspired a novella, which I've turned into a novel (rough draft from a NaNoWriMo). I build a storyline around special crystal that allow memories of loved ones to appear as holograms you can interact with called 'mirrors.' My novel is the first of three books I plan on writing around these crystals. It involved interacting with the afterlife, blending just enough believable science and faith. The 'other side' is loosely based on the Greek version of Hell. There are no demons or devils, but I have created a series of roles and titles that mix with some mythology. I've invented some words and added my own spin. My hope was to make the story 'fresh' as the God, Devil, demon and angel thing has - in my opinion - been fairly well covered. I have written other short stories, but haven't done anything with the drafts. Since being in nursing school, I find it hard to wrap my brain around anything other than Anatomy & Physiology text. This Fall, I go full time to RN school. My goal is to get back into things, once everything settles down...and get published, as well as look into getting screenplays done.
Anyway, I look forward to taking study breaks with this group...and hope to share some interesting discussions.
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Hi Traci! Welcome! I look forward to sharing ghost stories with you! Be sure to add your ghost books to our shelf when you get them published! :)
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Welcome, Drew!!! It's so nice to see you here! I look forward to our ghostly conversations. Your books sound really interesting and I can't wait for you to get them published! The mythology spin sounds great, and it occurs to me that you can add a lot of detailed medical terminology now that you've expanded your horizons with new studies. :)
Hello...I am Clarinet, and I personally love ghosts. I find them extremely fascinating and exciting, and worth researching. I first fell in love when I was 8, when I witnessed them in my own home. I always feel like they are there...or at least someone is, and even though it is an uncomfortable feeling at the moment, my curiousity inspires me to discover and delve into the subject more. I have read several non-fiction ghost books, and seen plenty of haunted places t.v. shows...I can't wait to discuss this awesome subject together.
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Hi to everyone. I am Alan Lowe the author of several ghostly stories. My latest is a book of stories about haunts in and around Little Rock, Arkansas. The way I get my stories is by experience. I have been a ghost hunter for the last ten years and been honored to hunt or investigate some of the South's more disturbing haunts. My stories always have three elements in them. The tell the history of the location, the story behind the haunt and then I divulge the findings of our investigation after spending the night locked in the facility. This sounds like a fun group and I cannot wait to read all of your stories.
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Hi, I'm Gerrie Ferris Finger, a Goodreads author. I have four mystery/suspense novels and one ghost time travel, THE GHOST SHIP. I'm delighted to find this group. You can read more about my novel athttp://www.gerrieferrisfinger.com
Hi, I'm Carolyn. I am a paranormal investigator and write a blog on science-based paranormal research. I provide resources and links for interested people to educate themselves on the topics discussed. http://carolynscreepycorner.blogspot....
Hi, Carolyn. I am very interested in your topic. Where are you located, if I may ask?
Hi Patricia. I live in Upstate NY. There is link to my Facebook page on my blog for more info. Thanks for the interest. :)
Thank you. I will send a friend request from my facebook page.:)
Hello all, I live in a small town in deep south texas. I've had a things happen to me that scared my family and a friend who was with me one time. We have a few good places in this small town that scare a lot of people to the point they leave. lol
Welcome!I would love to hear some of your experiences. If you don't think it is appropriate to discuss this topic on here let me know and I will send you my e-mail or you can send me yours...
Hi, Aida. (Waving from Atlantic City, NJ. Welcome! Looking forward to getting to know you, too.
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Books mentioned in this topic
The Haunting of Pico (other topics)The Shining (other topics)
Abithica (other topics)
The Company You Keep (other topics)
Clan (other topics)
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My name is Tricia. I'm a paranormal romance author, the mother of three and I'm addicted to books, history and all things paranormal. I live in the coal country of Pennsylvania and I became interested in ghosts when I was a little girl living at my grandmother's house. I love reading about ghosts and spirits in fiction and nonfiction. I hope to find others who share my interest and could recommend some great books.