Monsters & Ghosts of West Virginia

by Erin Turner, Isaac McKinnon

A collection of fifteen stories some well-known, some lesser known, and some brand new about West Virginia ghostly creatures. Beautifully illustrated with original paintings by Erin Turner, the stories are perfect for children s story time or a family campfire. Natives will recognize and enjoy tales of the state s most famous creatures and ghosts: the red-eyed Mothman, the green-cloaked Flatwoods Monster, and the unstoppable Greenbrier Ghost. Other stories focus on strange beings spotted the world over: aliens, the fabled Bigfoot, and UFO s. The Mountain State s seclusion has attracted stories about giant catfish, apple pickers, and mythic birds. Headless ghost, the ogua water monster, and haunted houses are also included. As home to a volatile and sometimes bloody history we ve been left with more than our share of disgruntled spirits.

64 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2011

Reviews

[Kathleen · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's ok. It reads more like a children's book than anything and there are a lot of grammatical errors that can be difficult to read through. It's also very short. The illustrations are so-so. Not worth the $10 I paid for it.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Collection of short stories about the ghosts and cryptids of West Virginia. Perfect for any kid interested in scary stories and wanting to know more of the lore and fables of West Virginia.

[Caileigh Deschaine]

This book was a goofy little read 😆

[Mila Zamora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Silly goofy I liked it