Ruth D Hein – författare

Iowa''s folklore is rich in stories of the uncanny and spine-tingling. Since pioneer days, there have been tales of unexplained hovering lights, footsteps that no one visible made and shadows haunting forests and caves. In Ghostly Tales of Iowa, you''ll encounter benevolent spirits who enjoy company and sometimes tease the flesh-and-bone residents who share their homes. There are also stories of spirits that prefer solitary existence or have business to finish before they will have rest. Some stories will make you laugh; others will make you wonder. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, this collection of ghost stories is sure to entertain.

"According to the people who study such phenomena, ghosts are... usually good spirits; friendly, protective, caring or helpful. Some are restless; some are mischievous. Others are so uncanny that their doings cannot be explained." This is a collection of stories about eerie happenings, unexplainable events and mysterious situations. There are tales of moving lights and footsteps in the snow that suddenly stop and disappear. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, Ghostly Tales of Minnesota is reading that is entertaining and thought-provoking!

Read 24 chilling ghost stories about reportedly true encounters with the supernatural in Iowa.A mysterious ghost communicates by knocking. The spirit of a witch tries to lure children into the basement of an abandoned home. A love triangle ends with three tragic deaths—and one tormented ghost. Iowa is among the most haunted states in America, and this collection of stories presents the creepiest, most surprising of them all.Authors Ruth D. Hein and Vicky L. Hinsenbrock grew up in Iowa. Both developed a fascination for things that go bump in the night. As adults, the professional writers spent countless hours combing the region for the strangest and scariest run-ins with the unexplained.Horror fans and history buffs will delight in these 24 terrifying tales about haunted locations. They’re based on reportedly true accounts, proving that Iowa is the setting for some of the most compelling ghostly tales ever told. The short stories are ideal for quick reading, and they are sure to captivate anyone who enjoys a good scare. Share them with friends around a campfire, or try them alone at home—if you dare.