How many books are in this series?

There are currently two volumes available in this specific series. Each focuses on a different US state, providing a balanced geographical spread of haunted locations and local legends for interested readers.

Where should I start as a newcomer?

You may begin with either title as they are independent. However, starting with Ghost Stories of Florida Asfar provides a unique entry into southeastern folklore before transitioning to the distinct northeastern tales in Smitten's volume.

Do the books stand alone?

Yes, each volume functions independently. They share a thematic focus on regional ghost lore but contain no overlapping plots or character arcs. You can read them in any order without losing context or narrative continuity.

Reading order & editions

Ghost Stories: Haunted Histories of Florida and New York

23 books in the catalog · Ghost House Books

Ghost Stories of America: Volume I (Volume I) Asfar, Dan

Ghost Stories of Pets and Animals Zenko, Darren

Series authors

Writers represented in Ghost Stories

A short note on each author and their books in this series.

Dan Asfar

6 books in the series

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Lisa Owings

6 books in the series

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Dana Fleming

6 books in the series

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Series reading order: Ghost Stories

1 Ghost Stories of America: Volume I (Volume I) Asfar, Dan · 2002 $11.99 View →
2 Ghost Stories of Oregon · 2002 $11.99 View →
3 Haunted Houses Thay, Edrick · 2003 $11.99 View →
4 Ghost Stories of Pets and Animals Zenko, Darren · 2004 $11.99 View →
5 Guardian Angels Smitten, Susan · 2004 $11.99 View →
6 Haunted Battlefields Asfar, Dan · 2004 $11.99 View →
7 Victorian Ghost Stories Christensen, Jo-Anne · 2004 $11.99 View →
8 Ghost Hunters of America: Real Stories of Paranormal Investigators Asfar, Dan · 2005 $11.99 View →
9 Premonitions and Psychic Warnings: Real Stories of Haunting Predictions Thay, Edrick · 2005 $11.99 View →
10 Ghost Stories of Colorado · 2006 $11.99 View →
11 Ghosts of the World: True Stories of Ghostly Hauntings Smitten, Susan · 2006 $11.99 View →
12 Ghost Stories of Louisiana · 2007 $11.99 View →
13 Ghosts in Battlefields - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
14 Ghosts in Hotels - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
15 Ghosts in Mansions - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
16 Ghosts in Palaces - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
17 Ghosts in Prisons - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
18 Ghosts in the White House - Large Print Fleming, Dana · 2016 $24.99 View →
19 Ghost Stories of North Carolina · 2021 $12.99 View →
20 Ghost Stories of Washington Smith, Barbara · 2021 $12.99 View →
21 Ghost Stories of the Appalachians · 2021 $13.99 View →
22 Ghost Stories of Florida Asfar, Dan $11.99 View →
23 Ghost Stories of New York State Smitten, Susan $11.99 View →

This curated series gathers regional spectral accounts from respected folklorists Dan Asfar and Susan Smitten. Published independently to preserve authentic local voice, the volumes focus on documented hauntings in the American Southeast and Northeast. Each book offers a distinct geographical lens on the paranormal.

Readers seeking atmospheric non-fiction will appreciate the scholarly yet accessible tone. The collection suits those who prefer real-world investigations over fictional horror. It is ideal for collectors of regional history and enthusiasts of genuine supernatural folklore.

How to read the series

Since these are regional anthologies rather than a continuous narrative, reading order is flexible. However, we recommend starting with Ghost Stories of Florida Asfar for its dense, swampy atmosphere. Follow with Ghost Stories of New York State Smitten for a contrasting urban and upstate perspective.