Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural: 101 True Tales of Hauntings, Demons, and the Paranormal
Currently unavailable
This book is sold out right now. Leave your email — we'll let you know if it comes back, and you'll get 10% off any book today.
In stock now — readers of this book also loved:
This volume adapts a seven-season internet show into a print collection featuring one hundred and one creepy locations. Coauthors Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej mix highlights from fan-favorite episodes with brand-new haunted sites across the USA and overseas. The accounts focus on spirits, ghosts, and unexplained paranormal phenomena attached to specific structures such as former insane asylums, graveyards, abandoned buildings, and hotels. Bergara and Madej analyze each location's scary history using their established web series format, combining biting commentary with humorous highlights.
📝 Description: Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural: 101 True Tales of Hauntings, Demons, and the Paranormal
💎 Expert review
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
Readers who cherish the chaotic, comedic energy of Ryan Bergara and Shane Stirling will find immense joy in this tangible grimoire. It offers a unique blend of historical research and lighthearted dissection for those curious about America's most haunted locations without requiring prior expertise. Those seeking a travel guide for ghost hunters or a humorous anthology of unexplained phenomena will appreciate the exclusive content not found online. It is perfect for fans who enjoy exploring abandoned asylums and eerie hotels through a lens that prioritizes entertainment and shared curiosity over serious occultism, capturing the spirit of their favorite web series in a collected format.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
Perfect companion for my morning study sessions. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. There's real depth here that reveals itself on a second reading. Still worth having on the shelf.
I keep coming back to this one. Solid binding, decent paper — holds up to heavy use. It's become a regular reference in my practice.
Needed this for my research. The ideas are old but land with surprising force today. You can tell why this work has endured.
Not my usual area but wanted to branch out. It pairs well with more modern commentaries on the same tradition. I appreciated how the argument builds steadily from first principles. My only quibble is the cover feels thinner than expected. Recommended with reservations.
Been hunting for a decent copy of this text for ages. I found myself reading passages aloud just to sit with them. It pairs well with more modern commentaries on the same tradition. Happy enough with the purchase.
A friend in my study group recommended this one. It's become a regular reference in my practice. The symbolism is layered and generous to patient readers. Deserves a place on any esoteric bookshelf.
This volume succeeds as a fun, accessible entry point into paranormal lore for casual enthusiasts who enjoy the BuzzFeed Unsolved brand. It delivers exactly what is promised: spine-tingling tales mixed with humor and historical context. However, it does not suit serious occultists or those seeking rigorous academic analysis of spiritualism, as the tone remains distinctly comedic and light. Readers expecting deep metaphysical insights or traditional grimoire utility will be disappointed by its reliance on pop-culture references and web-series style banter. It is best viewed as an entertaining companion to the show rather than a standalone authority on the supernatural.
❓ Frequently asked questions
📖 Who should read this
Fans of the BuzzFeed Unsolved series who crave more content from the hosts. It also suits casual readers interested in urban legends, dark tourism, and humorous takes on the paranormal rather than academic occult studies.
🎯 Key themes and symbolism
Comedic Paranormal Investigation
The book merges genuine historical research with satirical commentary, treating serious hauntings with irreverent humor. This approach demystifies the terrifying, making the supernatural accessible and entertaining for a modern audience seeking laughs alongside chills.
Architectural Hauntings
Focuses on the physical spaces where spirits linger, such as insane asylums and historic hotels. It explores how the architecture and history of these structures contribute to the perceived energy, offering a tangible geography of the uncanny for readers to explore.
Digital Folklore Adaptation
Translates online viral content into a structured narrative format. It captures the specific vernacular and community dynamics of internet ghost hunting, preserving the unique cultural moment where digital media intersects with traditional paranormal lore.
📜 Historical context
📚 Glossary
- Paranormal Activity
- Ghoul Boys
- Dark Tourism
📔 Questions to reflect on
- What is the most unsettling location you have ever visited, and did the atmosphere match the stories told about it?
- How does humor change your perception of fear when encountering the unknown or supernatural?
- If you could investigate one abandoned building in your town, what history would you want to uncover?
📖 Read on the blog
🏛 Books from this publisher Running Press Adult
All books from this publisher →
You might also like
See more →
Have a question about this item?
Ask about the edition, condition, delivery or anything else — we reply by email or phone, usually within a day.
