About the author
Nicole Bray is the author of two Michigan-focused books of ghost lore published by Schiffer Publishing. Michigan's Haunted Nightlife (2009) tours reputedly haunted bars and restaurants across the state, including the Trattoria Stella, housed in a former asylum, and a small-town bar in Nunica. Paranormal Lansing turns to the state capital, covering Michigan State University's campus, said to be among the most haunted in the country, along with other local sites. Both books follow the format typical of Schiffer's regional haunted-history line: short, place-by-place accounts pairing local history with reported paranormal activity. They are shelved under spiritualism and are aimed at readers with an interest in Michigan history and folklore as much as at those seeking ghost stories specifically, including anyone planning to visit the locations described.
📖 Where to start with Nicole Bray
💬 What our editors say about Nicole Bray's books
“This volume offers an intriguing glimpse into the supernatural landscape of Kalamazoo, Michigan, weaving together historical sites with phantom echoes. Bray and Dushane present a compelling collection of tales, from Asylum Lake…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted History of Kalamazoo
“This work succeeds in its mission to unearth spectral secrets, offering a respectful yet chilling look at Kalamazoo’s turbulent past. Bray and Du Shane effectively tie local sorrow to supernatural occurrence, creating a cohesive…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted History of Kalamazoo Bray, Nicole
“This title serves as a solid introduction to Grand Rapids' spectral landscape but lacks the deep academic rigor or literary complexity expected by serious paranormal researchers. It is best suited for casual readers and tourists…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts of Grand Rapids
📋 Editions by Nicole Bray in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haunted History of Kalamazoo | 2009 | History Press Library Edit | 130 | 9781540220080 |
| Haunted History of Kalamazoo Bray, Nicole | 2009 | History Press | 128 | 9781596297098 |
| Ghosts of Grand Rapids | 2013 | History Press Library Edit | 130 | 9781540209078 |
| Ghosts of Grand Rapids Bray, Nicole | 2013 | History Press | 128 | 9781626192058 |
| Michigan's Haunted Nightlife | 2009 | Schiffer Publishing | 160 | 9780764333200 |
| Paranormal Lansing | — | Schiffer Publishing | 176 | 9780764332067 |
