How many books are in this series?

We currently stock three titles focusing on Chicago, Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania. Each volume is independently written by different authors, ensuring diverse perspectives on regional hauntings without overlapping content.

Where should I start reading?

Start with the region you know best or plan to visit. Haunted Chicago is ideal for urban legend fans. Haunted Western Pennsylvania suits those interested in industrial history. Haunted Virginia appeals to readers of colonial lore. Any entry point works perfectly.

Do the books need to be read in sequence?

No, they are not connected by plot. Each title is a standalone guide to local ghosts. You can read them in any order. They share a publisher and theme but contain no narrative continuity, making them flexible additions to your paranormal library.

Reading order & editions

Haunted Series: Regional Ghost Lore

110 books in the catalog · History Press

Series authors

Writers represented in Haunted

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

Tom Ogden

8 books in the series

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Stansfield, Charles A, Jr

7 books in the series

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Andy Weeks

4 books in the series

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Series reading order: Haunted

1 Haunted Connecticut Farnsworth, Cheri · 2006 $10.48 View →
2 Haunted Delaware Martinelli, Patricia A · 2006 $10.48 View →
3 Haunted Leeds Goor, Ken · 2006 $20.99 View →
4 Haunted Dorchester Harwood, Julie · 2008 $24.99 View →
5 Haunted Florida Lower, Catherine · 2008 $10.48 View →
6 Haunted New York City Farnsworth, Cheri · 2008 $9.87 View →
7 Haunted St Ives Addicoat, Ian Michael · 2008 $20.99 View →
8 Haunted Theatres of East Sussex Lakin, Tina · 2008 $20.99 View →
9 Haunted Bath Brandon, David · 2009 $20.99 View →
10 Haunted Black Country Solomon, Philip · 2009 $24.99 View →
11 Haunted Canterbury Hippisley, John · 2009 $24.99 View →
12 Haunted Essex King, Carmel · 2009 $24.99 View →
13 Haunted Hampshire Matthews, Rupert · 2009 $26.99 View →
14 Haunted Kentucky Brown, Alan · 2009 $10.48 View →
15 Haunted London Underground Brandon, David · 2009 $20.99 View →
16 Haunted Newcastle Ritson, Darren W · 2009 $20.99 View →
17 Haunted Northern California Stansfield, Charles A · 2009 $16.99 View →
18 Haunted Pubs of the South West Addicoat, Ian Michael · 2009 $19.99 View →
19 Haunted Tennessee Brown, Alan · 2009 $10.48 View →
20 Haunted Theaters: Playhouse Phantoms, Opera House Horrors, and Backstage Banshees Ogden, Tom · 2009 $12.99 View →
21 Haunted Whitby Brooke, Alan · 2009 $24.99 View →
22 Haunted Worcestershire Poulton-Smith, Anthony · 2009 $24.99 View →
23 Haunted Aberdeen & District Holder, Geoff · 2010 $24.99 View →
24 Haunted Berwick W Ritson, Darren · 2010 $20.99 View →
25 Haunted Bray & Environs Tynan, Eddie · 2010 $24.99 View →
26 Haunted Cemeteries: Creepy Crypts, Spine-Tingling Spirits, And Midnight Mayhem Newer Version Available Ogden, Tom · 2010 $12.99 View →
27 Haunted Gardens: An International Journey Underwood, Peter · 2010 $27.99 View →
28 Haunted Hudson Valley Farnsworth, Cheri · 2010 $10.48 View →
29 Haunted Ipswich Jennings, Pete · 2010 $24.99 View →
30 Haunted London Underwood, Peter · 2010 $19.99 View →

…and 80 more editions from the series below

The Haunted series by Adams Media delves into the spectral history of specific American regions. Each volume explores famous phantoms, sinister sites, and lingering legends tied to local geography. These non-fiction guides blend folklore with historical accounts, offering readers a tangible connection to the supernatural past.

Designed for ghost hunters and casual readers alike, the books provide practical information alongside eerie narratives. Whether you seek paranormal investigation tips or simply enjoy a chilling story, this series offers a curated collection of regional hauntings that feel immediate and authentic.

How to read the series

Order does not matter, as each book stands alone. Newcomers should start with the region closest to them. Haunted Chicago offers urban density, while Haunted Western Pennsylvania provides industrial folklore. Haunted Virginia rounds out the collection with colonial history. Pick the locale that intrigues you most.