About the author
Joan Axelrod-Contrada is the author of Haunted Houses Around the World, published by Capstone Press in 2017. The book takes readers on a tour of reportedly haunted mansions and residences across different countries, presenting brief accounts of each location's ghostly reputation in a format aimed at younger readers looking for accessible, mildly frightening nonfiction. It belongs to a children's or middle-grade nonfiction series that surveys paranormal claims internationally rather than focusing on a single region, distinguishing it from the many regionally specific ghost-story books common in this catalogue. Axelrod-Contrada's approach favors short, illustrated entries over extended investigation or historical analysis, introducing young readers to a range of famous haunted sites around the world in an easily digestible format.
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💬 What our editors say about Joan Axelrod-Contrada's books
“This title serves as an introductory survey rather than a deep academic critique. It is ideal for beginners seeking a broad overview of legendary haunted dwellings but may disappoint readers looking for rigorous historical…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Houses Around the World Axelrod-Contrada, Joan
“As a cataloguer, I find this title to be a charming addition for casual readers interested in paranormal lore without demanding rigorous academic scrutiny. It succeeds in its goal of exploring celebrity hauntings through…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The World's Most Famous Ghosts Axelrod-Contrada, Joan
