About the author
Shelley Wygant writes local ghost-story and history books focused on Maryland, published by History Press. Haunted Howard County, Maryland (2021) and Haunted Ellicott City (2018) each combine regional history with collected ghost stories and legends tied to specific buildings and sites, from log cabins and manor houses to the village of Ellicott City, founded in 1772. Her approach pairs documented local history, dates, buildings, and notable events, with the folklore and reported hauntings attached to them, in the style typical of History Press's regional haunted-history series. The books are aimed at readers interested in local history and ghost lore together, particularly those in or visiting the Maryland communities covered, rather than readers seeking a broader treatment of paranormal theory or spiritualist practice. Wygant's two titles function as companion volumes covering adjoining Howard County territory.
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💬 What our editors say about Shelley Wygant's books
“Wygent’s collection excels at weaving supernatural phenomena into the fabric of Howard County’s rich past, offering accessible tales of restless energies and lingering presences. However, it is not suited for skeptics seeking…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Howard County, Maryland Wygant, Shelley
“While Wygant offers a compelling compilation of local legends, this work is strictly for those interested in niche regional folklore rather than universal horror. It may disappoint readers seeking rigorous scholarly analysis or…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Haunted Ellicott City Wygant, Shelley