About the author
James Van Praagh () is an American writer and television personality who describes himself as a clairvoyant and spiritual medium. He has written numerous books, including The New York Times bestseller Talking to Heaven. Van Praagh was a producer and screenwriter on the 2002 CBS primetime semi-autobiographical miniseries Living with the Dead starring Ted Danson. He also hosted a short-lived paranormal talk show called Beyond with James Van Praagh. Skeptical activists such as James Randi and Joe Nickell, organizations such as the Independent Investigations Group, and notable media personalities, including Barbara Walters and John Oliver, have attempted to counter the perception that what Van Praagh and other mediums do reflects reality. Critics maintain that Van Praagh's readings are produced through cold reading and hot reading techniques and not through psychic powers. == Early life == Van Praagh was born in Bayside, New York and is the youngest of four children.
📖 Where to start with James Van Praagh
💬 What our editors say about James Van Praagh's books
“Van Praagh delivers a comforting, introspective exploration of existential questions, making complex metaphysical concepts accessible through the lens of his extensive mediumship experience. The narrative effectively bridges the…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Adventures of the Soul: Journeys Through the Physical and Spiritual Dimensions
“Van Praagh delivers a clear, accessible guide that effectively bridges the gap between complex spiritualism and everyday application. The practical techniques for recognizing subtle presences are well-explained, making the…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Wisdom from Your Spirit Guides: A Handbook to Contact Your Soul's Greatest Teachers
“Van Praagh’s work is a compelling testament to his claimed abilities, yet it demands a specific type of reader. It is not suited for those requiring empirical scientific evidence or academic detachment; this is a narrative of…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts Among Us: Uncovering the Truth about the Other Side
📋 Editions by James Van Praagh in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventures of the Soul: Journeys Through the Physical and Spirit | 2016 | Hay House LLC | 176 | 9781401947095 |
| Wisdom from Your Spirit Guides: A Handbook to Contact Your Soul' | 2019 | Hay House LLC | 184 | 9781401951399 |
| Ghosts Among Us: Uncovering the Truth about the Other Side | — | HarperOne | 224 | 9780061553387 |
| Unfinished Business: What the Dead Can Teach Us about Life | 2010 | HarperOne | 256 | 9780061778155 |
| Fantasmas entre nosotros Van Praagh, James | — | Rayo | 272 | 9780061661266 |
| Looking Beyond: A Teen's Guide to the Spiritual World (Original) | — | Atria Books | 176 | 9780743229425 |
| Heaven and Earth: Making the Psychic Connection | 2006 | Gallery Books | 224 | 9781416525554 |
| Looking Beyond | 2003 | Rider | 178 | 9781844132171 |
