WEIRD MICHIGAN By Linda S. Godfrey. Read about the Guru of Toilet Paper, the Devil’s Soup Bowl, a bottle house and a bottle tower, Bigfoot, a pickle barrel house, the world’s fastest cow, a fire breather and an eyeball smoker, the Outhouse Classic, UFOs of every size and shape, crop circles, and brown goo. Just don’t, no matter how tired you are, even think about sitting in the Witch’s Chair. $19.95
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HAUNTED MICHIGAN BY GERALD S. HUNTER (2000) "Recent Encounters with Active Spirits"... In this book, the author not only recalls the classic and old-time ghost stories of Michigan, but also delves into his own experiences and investigations with ghosts that are still active today. He travels all over the state and collects a number of tales that have never been heard before and are sure to have you looking over your shoulder when you read! $12.95
GHOST STORIES OF MICHIGAN BY DAN ASFAR (2002) This collection of Michigan ghosts and hauntings is one of the best of the Lone Pine Publishing line and not only looks at some of the states greatest legends and most haunted spots, but the ghost hunters who call Michigan home. Includes are tales of real-life investigations, as well as classic haunted houses, ghost stories of the Great Lakes and well-known public cites like the Bower’s Harbor Inn, the Michigan Bell Building, Pine Cottage, the Calumet Theatre and many others! $10.95
GHOSTS OF THE GREAT LAKES by Megan Long (2003) More than Mere Legend! A new and compelling title from Thunder Bay Press that spans the colorful past of the Great Lakes region. Readers are taken from the shores of Lake Ontario to the far side of Lake Superior and a number of strange and haunting tales are revealed -- true stories based in fact. These shadowy accounts include a lighthouse that hides the bones of its murdered keeper, the story of the Fox family and the Spiritualist movement, a bride who has a premonition that she will die on her honeymoon - only to have the steamer that she books passage on vanish in the lakes, repeated sightings of ghost ships, Lily of the Prince George Hotel, Johnson’s Island, Fort Dearborn Massacre and much more, including photos and illustrations and a map of ghost sites in the book! Recommended! $17.95
GREAT LAKES GHOST STORIES by Wes Oleszewski (2004) Haunted Tales Past & Present --- In his travels as a Great Lakes historian, the author has stumbled across many ghost stories connected to the lakes, from phantom ships, haunted islands and ghostly lighthouses. In this book, he opens his personal “haunted” file to reveal a collection of stories that have never appeared in print before. In each case, Oleszewski weaves the experiences with ghosts, and the rich history of the location, into a story that you simply can’t put down. In a departure from is usual tales of Great Lakes history and maritime adventure, the author reveals a dark side to the region that you don’t want to miss. $15.95
DISASTER GREAT LAKES by Megan Long (2002) The author of the excellent “Ghosts of the Great Lakes” takes a compelling look at 50 of the most dramatic events to occur in and around the Great Lakes, from violent and unpredictable weather, the War of 1812, lost ships, horrific fires, train wrecks and even environmental disasters. Well told and richly illustrated, the book also includes a concise list of the worst disasters to ever strike the region and makes for fascinating reading! $19.95
HAUNTED LAKES BY FREDERICK STONEHOUSE (1997) This fascinating, well-written and thoroughly researched books was one of the best ghost books of 1997! The book collects the numerous ghost stories of the Great Lakes and is the best book to have ever done so. The stories range from ghosts on ships and in lighthouses to sea serpents and underwater spirits. It is a wonderful investigation of the lore that has been present around the Great lakes from the 1700’s to the present and it manages to collect enough first-hand accounts to make you believe that these stories are not mere folklore. Highly recommended! $14.95
HAUNTED LAKES II BY FREDERICK STONEHOUSE (2000) The author of one of our best-selling Midwestern books returns with another chilling glimpse into the ghost stories, legends and strange tales of the Great Lakes! This book collects even more shipboard and underwater ghosts; haunted lighthouses; ghost ships, strange creatures; unsolved mysteries and more. This book is of the same high caliber as the last and once more is very highly recommended! $14.95
GREAT LAKES CRIME by Frederick Stonehouse (2004) Murder, Mayhem, Booze & Broads --- The author of the “Haunted Lakes” series chronicles the bloody history of the Great Lakes crime and criminals, from the bootleggers to the pirates and thieves. Thrill to stories of murder, rum running, prostitution and more. Stories of murderers and violent death, mutiny and run running, piracy and more. This is a must-have book for anyone with an interest in the dark side of Great Lakes history and highly recommended! $15.95
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