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Ian R. Cran

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Manchester , The United Kingdom

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I’ve had a lifelong interest in horror and the supernatural, and am thrilled to finally be publishing my novel, THE APPARITIONS OF RUIN. It’s quite far removed from your traditional ghost story - certainly an original twist with its central mystery and featuring characters with some really unique paranormal abilities.
When not reading books myself, I can usually be found walking the moors of Lancashire.
I work at Blackburn University Centre supporting students in engaging with their programmes.

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The Apparitions of Ruin: A thrilling folk horror mystery

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