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Ghosts
Book three in the Classic Monsters series brings you thirteen new ghost stories. We have a fantastic line up of authors bringing you a mix of styles that will satisfy all your ghostly desires. Dare you join us?
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First published April 6, 2025
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Kevin J. Kennedy
139 books324 followersKevin J. Kennedy is a horror author, editor, and anthologist. He is the owner of KJK Publishing and runs the bestselling 'The Horror Collection' series. He is the author of Halloween Land, The Clown and Nothing is Real.
He lives in the heart of Scotland with his beautiful wife, three cats, Carlito, Ariel and Luna, and a Pomchi called Orko. He can be found on Facebook if you want to chat with him.
He lives in the heart of Scotland with his beautiful wife, three cats, Carlito, Ariel and Luna, and a Pomchi called Orko. He can be found on Facebook if you want to chat with him.
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October 28, 2025
There are 13 short stories about ghosts within this anthology so I am going to list each one with a cryptic note next to it just to hand out a small taste of what to expect when reading this book.
Nine Lives by Veronica Smith - Cats will protect in the afterlife as well.
Claims Report by Candace Nola - Cutting corners can be risky.
Room within a Room by Michael S.A. Graziano -Shower images come to life.
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland - Ghosts of war.
The Scratching by Harrison Phillips - Something moves within the house.
I Am Not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod - Houses have secrets too.
Ghosts of Randall Farm by Lee Mountford - Not everything is at it seems.
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera - Being a coroner isn't all its cracked up to be.
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson - The truth will set you free.
Weighted Blanket by MJ Mars - Just a normal blanket, right? Not likely!
Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes - Stay away from public transport.
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley - Confused and bewildered on a bus ride.
My Dead Wife's Diary by James Kaine - Is there an apparition or not?
That is about all I can hand out with cryptic notes within those stories so if you are intrigued then go read this anthology of ghost stories!
Thoughts:
I thought all the stories were great with lots of atmospheric details weaved within each story. I have found some new authors to explore and I revisited authors I have read in the past. This is the first time I have actually read an anthology which the focus for the whole book was wrapped around ghosts.
As always I love stepping into books that are put out by KJK Publishing as Kevin J. Kennedy always finds cool authors to put in his books and I have read quite a few of these anthologies which I am never disappointed with the stories that are found within. Giving this book four "Short Stories Spooky Terror" stars!
Nine Lives by Veronica Smith - Cats will protect in the afterlife as well.
Claims Report by Candace Nola - Cutting corners can be risky.
Room within a Room by Michael S.A. Graziano -Shower images come to life.
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland - Ghosts of war.
The Scratching by Harrison Phillips - Something moves within the house.
I Am Not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod - Houses have secrets too.
Ghosts of Randall Farm by Lee Mountford - Not everything is at it seems.
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera - Being a coroner isn't all its cracked up to be.
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson - The truth will set you free.
Weighted Blanket by MJ Mars - Just a normal blanket, right? Not likely!
Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes - Stay away from public transport.
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley - Confused and bewildered on a bus ride.
My Dead Wife's Diary by James Kaine - Is there an apparition or not?
That is about all I can hand out with cryptic notes within those stories so if you are intrigued then go read this anthology of ghost stories!
Thoughts:
I thought all the stories were great with lots of atmospheric details weaved within each story. I have found some new authors to explore and I revisited authors I have read in the past. This is the first time I have actually read an anthology which the focus for the whole book was wrapped around ghosts.
As always I love stepping into books that are put out by KJK Publishing as Kevin J. Kennedy always finds cool authors to put in his books and I have read quite a few of these anthologies which I am never disappointed with the stories that are found within. Giving this book four "Short Stories Spooky Terror" stars!
April 13, 2025
"Ghosts" is the third entry in Kevin Kennedy's Classic Monsters anthology series, after "Wolves" and "Vampires". (Next one should be "Demons," btw!) It contains 13 stories by an all-star indie horror lineup, and, well, you guessed it, they're all about ghosts, ghosts, and only ghosts: dead wives, haunted houses, unfinished spreadsheets, Soviet POWs, even cat ghosts!
"Ghosts" isn't your run-of-the-mill ghost stories anthology (it has no cheap jump scares, no gothic stereotypes) - in fact, not only is there something for everyone, but more than that, the tales are original, imaginative, unpredictable, and hugely effective in keeping the reader both on their toes and on cloud nine; no story fails to live up to expectations, and if you're a ghost story fan, the anthology is an outstanding contribution to the genre!
That said, some stories were far closer to my taste than others, so here goes nothing: three tales I loved were Candace Nola's "Claims Report," with its incredible sense of urgency; "I Am Not a Haunted House" by Dexter McLeod, with its claustrophobic atmosphere, as a house that wants to be a home narrates its struggles not to be a haunted house; and "Ghosts of Randall Farm" by Lee Mountford, the story with the most twists, about a most sinister haunting. Two tales I will most likely reread in the future were "Red Celluloid" by Brian Moreland (a paranormal detective is hired to solve a historical mystery) and "I Faked a Haunting" by Christopher Robertson (about a content creator who ends up creating far too convincing content for his followers!). Finally, a story that took me by surprise, and which I'm still thinking about, was "Weigted Blanket" by MJ Mars, with a nasty twist at the end, and a really good grasp of trauma.
So there you have it: "Ghosts" is undoubtedly a superior anthology of immersive and intelligent ghost horror, presented with relevance and skill. Highly recommended!
"Ghosts" isn't your run-of-the-mill ghost stories anthology (it has no cheap jump scares, no gothic stereotypes) - in fact, not only is there something for everyone, but more than that, the tales are original, imaginative, unpredictable, and hugely effective in keeping the reader both on their toes and on cloud nine; no story fails to live up to expectations, and if you're a ghost story fan, the anthology is an outstanding contribution to the genre!
That said, some stories were far closer to my taste than others, so here goes nothing: three tales I loved were Candace Nola's "Claims Report," with its incredible sense of urgency; "I Am Not a Haunted House" by Dexter McLeod, with its claustrophobic atmosphere, as a house that wants to be a home narrates its struggles not to be a haunted house; and "Ghosts of Randall Farm" by Lee Mountford, the story with the most twists, about a most sinister haunting. Two tales I will most likely reread in the future were "Red Celluloid" by Brian Moreland (a paranormal detective is hired to solve a historical mystery) and "I Faked a Haunting" by Christopher Robertson (about a content creator who ends up creating far too convincing content for his followers!). Finally, a story that took me by surprise, and which I'm still thinking about, was "Weigted Blanket" by MJ Mars, with a nasty twist at the end, and a really good grasp of trauma.
So there you have it: "Ghosts" is undoubtedly a superior anthology of immersive and intelligent ghost horror, presented with relevance and skill. Highly recommended!
April 15, 2025
After Werewolves and Vampires marks a significant shift toward the ghostly specters that haunt our collective imagination.
This collection does not feature the friendly Casper-esque ghosts but instead introduces readers to more sinister spirits, each representing different aspects of loss, trauma, and existential dread.
Nine Lives by Veronica Smith.
"Nine Lives" introduces readers to the multifaceted nature of existence and the transient nature of life and death. Here, the protagonist grapples with the remnants of past lives, each resonating with unfulfilled desires and unresolved sorrows. Smith effectively employs the motif of a familiar cat, which symbolizes the cyclical nature of life and the connection between the living and the dead. The nine lives serve as a metaphor for the complexities of identity and the struggles individuals face to reconcile the past with the present.
This story demonstrates how ghosts may not merely haunt spaces; they permeate memories and experiences. Smith’s portrayal of a ghostly presence is emblematic of collective generational trauma, where history looms large over personal narratives, illustrating how echoes from the past influence contemporary lives. The uncanny results when the boundaries between life and afterlife blur, inviting readers to confront their notions of mortality and existence.
Room Within a Room by Michael S.A. Graziano
In "Room Within a Room", Graziano explores the psychological dimensions of space and how it can morph into a liminal site of haunting. The narrative centers around a character discovering a hidden room within their own home, which serves as a portal into their past traumas. This narrative device reinforces the notion that ghosts do not simply reside in decrepit buildings or rural woods, but within our own psyches, compelling readers to examine their own emotional architecture.
The importance of personal history and its manifestations underscores a recurrent theme in ghost literature. Graziano's work suggests that the act of confronting one’s ghosts—literal or metaphorical—can lead to healing but requires intentionality and introspection. His story resonates within contemporary discourse about mental health and emotional well-being, highlighting the need to unearth suppressed memories to achieve resolution and growth.
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland
Brian Moreland’s "Red Celluloid" navigates the interplay between film and the ghostly realm. The medium of cinema becomes a haunting ground where memories and visual experiences intersect, showing how media can resurrect the dead, albeit in twisted forms. In this tale, dead actors become spectral figures within film reels, illustrating how society often romanticizes the dead, casting them in a perpetual narrative cycle.
The Scratching by Harrison Philips.
Harrison Philips’s "The Scratching" masterfully plays with the theme of the unseen. The protagonist’s encounters with an invisible force scratching beneath the floor evokes primal fears of the unknown, the very essence of ghostly terror. Philips skillfully constructs a narrative that aligns the claustrophobic setting with visceral responses to dread. What lies beneath the surface often resonates with our innermost fears—fear of the unknown, fear of violence, and fear of facing one’s ghosts.
Philips taps into the concept of unresolved tension, both within societal contexts and personal experiences. The scratching becomes a metaphor for repressed trauma, illustrating that ignoring the past only allows it to fester and manifest in unsettling ways. The implications of this story extend beyond mere horror, inviting readers to explore how confrontation and acknowledgment are essential steps toward overcoming fear.
I Am Not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod.
In "I Am Not a Haunted House", Dexter McLeod subverts the conventional expectations of hauntings. Rather than a malevolent entity, the narrator experiences their home as a reflection of their emotional state, with the house serving as a living character imbued with agency. This story blurs the line between environment and emotion, suggesting that our surroundings resonate with our inner lives.
This perspective not only challenges traditional ghost stories but also taps into contemporary themes of mental health, isolation, and the crippling weight of sadness. McLeod’s narrative flourishes in its exploration of how the spaces we inhabit can echo our emotional states, thus expanding the definitions of hauntings. The ghosts within our homes mirror the turmoil within us, rendering the familiar space unsettling yet contemplative.
Ghosts of Randall Farm by Lee Mountford.
Lee Mountford’s "Ghosts of Randall Farm" delves into the historical perspectives of ghost stories through the narrative lens of a haunted location. Coupling history with horror, the story reveals how the past continues to haunt the present, especially in spaces tied to societal traumas such as war and loss. The ghosts here serve as vessels of memory, reminding the living of the atrocities and pain that have transpired.
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera.
In "The Autopsy", Devin Cabrera confronts the grotesque through an investigation of life and death. The story steers readers through the chilling aftermath of a death, employing the autopsy metaphorically to probe the remnants of lost lives. Here, ghosts emerge not as playful spirits but as harbingers of discomfort, revealing harsh truths about mortality and the ethics surrounding death.
Cabrera’s vivid descriptions and unsettling imagery bridge existential questions, initiating conversations around mortality and the often-ignored specter of death itself. The autopsy symbolizes the dismantling of life, leaving haunting impressions of unresolved matters and unfinished business. The chilling realism of the narrative is reflective of contemporary anxieties concerning death, medical morality, and the fear of being remembered—or not remembered—by the living.
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson.
Christopher Robertson’s "I Faked a Haunting" introduces an engaging twist to ghost narratives through deception. The protagonist orchestrates an elaborate ruse to create a supernatural experience, drawing attention to the intersection of belief and skepticism. The story encapsulates the contemporary fascination with hauntings as entertainment, yet it simultaneously prompts deeper inquiries into authenticity and belief systems.
By highlighting the theatricality of hauntings, Robertson underscores how narratives can be constructed, manipulated, and commodified. This exploration reflects contemporary consumer culture's relationship with the supernatural—ghost tours, haunted houses, and media representations showcase how society grapples with its fears while reveling in the aesthetic thrills of ghost stories. The implications on belief and experience challenge the readers’ understanding of what is real, sparking discussions about the nature of belief itself.
Weighted Blanket by M.J. Mars.
M.J. Mars’s "Weighted Blanket" cleverly invokes the concept of emotional weight as a form of haunting. The titular "weighted blanket," a metaphor for mental burden, personifies the emotional ghosts that individuals carry throughout life. The story addresses mental health themes, highlighting how burdensome experiences haunt one’s psyche, creating an eerie atmosphere where comfort becomes suffocating.
By relating the weighted blanket to feelings of depression and anxiety, Mars underscores the necessity of confronting internal struggles rather than allowing them to manifest as phantoms in one's life. The haunting experience here is not about the supernatural, but rather an exploration of human emotions that transform into tangible burdens. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder of the contemporary struggles individuals face while navigating their mental health journeys.
Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes.
David Owain Hughes's "Passenger Th13teen" delves into themes of isolation and alienation, framing the ghostly experience within the confines of public transport. The narrative examines the significance of shared spaces in contemporary life and how these seemingly mundane settings can evoke feelings of dread. The ghostly presence challenges perceptions of safety and familiarity in everyday life.
Through the lens of transportation, Hughes subtly critiques modern connectivity’s paradox, highlighting that even amidst crowds, loneliness can prevail. The ghost acts as a metaphor for the disconnect that permeates contemporary society, illustrating how communal experiences can breed collective haunting. The implications of this are magnified in a world increasingly marked by social isolation despite being more connected digitally than ever before.
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley.
Concluding the anthology is Ryan Colley's "Bus Route X39", a gripping tale that encapsulates the spectral essence of urban life and communal haunting. Centers on the archetypal late-night bus journey, where the mundane collides with the supernatural, Colley presents the ghost as symbolic of forgotten stories and overlooked lives, all while navigating the complexities of human connection in urban environments.
Colley’s illustration of the ghost won’t manifest as a singular iconic figure but as an amalgamation of spirits representing the multitude of untold narratives within a bustling city. The story captures the sense of alienation individuals may feel in crowded spaces, while also providing insight into how cities can serve as repositories of collective memories and experiences. The urban ghost narrative prompts discussions about identity, belonging, and the spectral legacy left behind by past residents.
This collection does not feature the friendly Casper-esque ghosts but instead introduces readers to more sinister spirits, each representing different aspects of loss, trauma, and existential dread.
Nine Lives by Veronica Smith.
"Nine Lives" introduces readers to the multifaceted nature of existence and the transient nature of life and death. Here, the protagonist grapples with the remnants of past lives, each resonating with unfulfilled desires and unresolved sorrows. Smith effectively employs the motif of a familiar cat, which symbolizes the cyclical nature of life and the connection between the living and the dead. The nine lives serve as a metaphor for the complexities of identity and the struggles individuals face to reconcile the past with the present.
This story demonstrates how ghosts may not merely haunt spaces; they permeate memories and experiences. Smith’s portrayal of a ghostly presence is emblematic of collective generational trauma, where history looms large over personal narratives, illustrating how echoes from the past influence contemporary lives. The uncanny results when the boundaries between life and afterlife blur, inviting readers to confront their notions of mortality and existence.
Room Within a Room by Michael S.A. Graziano
In "Room Within a Room", Graziano explores the psychological dimensions of space and how it can morph into a liminal site of haunting. The narrative centers around a character discovering a hidden room within their own home, which serves as a portal into their past traumas. This narrative device reinforces the notion that ghosts do not simply reside in decrepit buildings or rural woods, but within our own psyches, compelling readers to examine their own emotional architecture.
The importance of personal history and its manifestations underscores a recurrent theme in ghost literature. Graziano's work suggests that the act of confronting one’s ghosts—literal or metaphorical—can lead to healing but requires intentionality and introspection. His story resonates within contemporary discourse about mental health and emotional well-being, highlighting the need to unearth suppressed memories to achieve resolution and growth.
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland
Brian Moreland’s "Red Celluloid" navigates the interplay between film and the ghostly realm. The medium of cinema becomes a haunting ground where memories and visual experiences intersect, showing how media can resurrect the dead, albeit in twisted forms. In this tale, dead actors become spectral figures within film reels, illustrating how society often romanticizes the dead, casting them in a perpetual narrative cycle.
The Scratching by Harrison Philips.
Harrison Philips’s "The Scratching" masterfully plays with the theme of the unseen. The protagonist’s encounters with an invisible force scratching beneath the floor evokes primal fears of the unknown, the very essence of ghostly terror. Philips skillfully constructs a narrative that aligns the claustrophobic setting with visceral responses to dread. What lies beneath the surface often resonates with our innermost fears—fear of the unknown, fear of violence, and fear of facing one’s ghosts.
Philips taps into the concept of unresolved tension, both within societal contexts and personal experiences. The scratching becomes a metaphor for repressed trauma, illustrating that ignoring the past only allows it to fester and manifest in unsettling ways. The implications of this story extend beyond mere horror, inviting readers to explore how confrontation and acknowledgment are essential steps toward overcoming fear.
I Am Not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod.
In "I Am Not a Haunted House", Dexter McLeod subverts the conventional expectations of hauntings. Rather than a malevolent entity, the narrator experiences their home as a reflection of their emotional state, with the house serving as a living character imbued with agency. This story blurs the line between environment and emotion, suggesting that our surroundings resonate with our inner lives.
This perspective not only challenges traditional ghost stories but also taps into contemporary themes of mental health, isolation, and the crippling weight of sadness. McLeod’s narrative flourishes in its exploration of how the spaces we inhabit can echo our emotional states, thus expanding the definitions of hauntings. The ghosts within our homes mirror the turmoil within us, rendering the familiar space unsettling yet contemplative.
Ghosts of Randall Farm by Lee Mountford.
Lee Mountford’s "Ghosts of Randall Farm" delves into the historical perspectives of ghost stories through the narrative lens of a haunted location. Coupling history with horror, the story reveals how the past continues to haunt the present, especially in spaces tied to societal traumas such as war and loss. The ghosts here serve as vessels of memory, reminding the living of the atrocities and pain that have transpired.
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera.
In "The Autopsy", Devin Cabrera confronts the grotesque through an investigation of life and death. The story steers readers through the chilling aftermath of a death, employing the autopsy metaphorically to probe the remnants of lost lives. Here, ghosts emerge not as playful spirits but as harbingers of discomfort, revealing harsh truths about mortality and the ethics surrounding death.
Cabrera’s vivid descriptions and unsettling imagery bridge existential questions, initiating conversations around mortality and the often-ignored specter of death itself. The autopsy symbolizes the dismantling of life, leaving haunting impressions of unresolved matters and unfinished business. The chilling realism of the narrative is reflective of contemporary anxieties concerning death, medical morality, and the fear of being remembered—or not remembered—by the living.
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson.
Christopher Robertson’s "I Faked a Haunting" introduces an engaging twist to ghost narratives through deception. The protagonist orchestrates an elaborate ruse to create a supernatural experience, drawing attention to the intersection of belief and skepticism. The story encapsulates the contemporary fascination with hauntings as entertainment, yet it simultaneously prompts deeper inquiries into authenticity and belief systems.
By highlighting the theatricality of hauntings, Robertson underscores how narratives can be constructed, manipulated, and commodified. This exploration reflects contemporary consumer culture's relationship with the supernatural—ghost tours, haunted houses, and media representations showcase how society grapples with its fears while reveling in the aesthetic thrills of ghost stories. The implications on belief and experience challenge the readers’ understanding of what is real, sparking discussions about the nature of belief itself.
Weighted Blanket by M.J. Mars.
M.J. Mars’s "Weighted Blanket" cleverly invokes the concept of emotional weight as a form of haunting. The titular "weighted blanket," a metaphor for mental burden, personifies the emotional ghosts that individuals carry throughout life. The story addresses mental health themes, highlighting how burdensome experiences haunt one’s psyche, creating an eerie atmosphere where comfort becomes suffocating.
By relating the weighted blanket to feelings of depression and anxiety, Mars underscores the necessity of confronting internal struggles rather than allowing them to manifest as phantoms in one's life. The haunting experience here is not about the supernatural, but rather an exploration of human emotions that transform into tangible burdens. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder of the contemporary struggles individuals face while navigating their mental health journeys.
Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes.
David Owain Hughes's "Passenger Th13teen" delves into themes of isolation and alienation, framing the ghostly experience within the confines of public transport. The narrative examines the significance of shared spaces in contemporary life and how these seemingly mundane settings can evoke feelings of dread. The ghostly presence challenges perceptions of safety and familiarity in everyday life.
Through the lens of transportation, Hughes subtly critiques modern connectivity’s paradox, highlighting that even amidst crowds, loneliness can prevail. The ghost acts as a metaphor for the disconnect that permeates contemporary society, illustrating how communal experiences can breed collective haunting. The implications of this are magnified in a world increasingly marked by social isolation despite being more connected digitally than ever before.
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley.
Concluding the anthology is Ryan Colley's "Bus Route X39", a gripping tale that encapsulates the spectral essence of urban life and communal haunting. Centers on the archetypal late-night bus journey, where the mundane collides with the supernatural, Colley presents the ghost as symbolic of forgotten stories and overlooked lives, all while navigating the complexities of human connection in urban environments.
Colley’s illustration of the ghost won’t manifest as a singular iconic figure but as an amalgamation of spirits representing the multitude of untold narratives within a bustling city. The story captures the sense of alienation individuals may feel in crowded spaces, while also providing insight into how cities can serve as repositories of collective memories and experiences. The urban ghost narrative prompts discussions about identity, belonging, and the spectral legacy left behind by past residents.
May 9, 2025
If you like ghost stories that are different from the norm, this might be the book you are looking for. there were a lot of authors I had never heard of in this collection, which was great but has made my tbr list longer. I enjoyed most of these tales but must admit " I'm Not A Haunted House " by Dexter McLeod was a stand-up for me. It was so different from what I would have thought of as a ghost story. Very clever indeed.
April 11, 2025
Although I have a story in this anthology I am only reviewing the other stories, not my own.
I think this is the first time I've ever read a book of nothing but ghost stories. Each story was amazing. Some, I thought I would know how it would end, only to be so deliciously wrong. These are more than your tradional ghosts in white sheets, these are delightfully dark and scary, and not at all what you would expect.
I usually try to note my top three favorites but I swear I couldn't do it this time. I loved them all. But these five stories had something special to them that made them stand out.
Claimed Report by Candace Nola
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley
My Dead Wife's Diary by James Kaine
Kevin J. Kennedy puts together some of the best antholgies I've ever read. I highly recommend this book!
Veronica Smith - author of Salvation in the Wasteland, Nightmare on Indigo Street, & Chalk Outline
I think this is the first time I've ever read a book of nothing but ghost stories. Each story was amazing. Some, I thought I would know how it would end, only to be so deliciously wrong. These are more than your tradional ghosts in white sheets, these are delightfully dark and scary, and not at all what you would expect.
I usually try to note my top three favorites but I swear I couldn't do it this time. I loved them all. But these five stories had something special to them that made them stand out.
Claimed Report by Candace Nola
Red Celluloid by Brian Moreland
The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley
My Dead Wife's Diary by James Kaine
Kevin J. Kennedy puts together some of the best antholgies I've ever read. I highly recommend this book!
Veronica Smith - author of Salvation in the Wasteland, Nightmare on Indigo Street, & Chalk Outline
April 13, 2025
There’s nothing as good as a classic ghost story in my opinion. This was a really good collection with some extremely talented writers. All the stories were unique and different. Some of them even gave me goosebumps. A great collection that I highly recommend.
April 18, 2025
A brilliant selection of different styles of ghost stories, all written by excellent indie authors. If you like ghost stories, there will be a tale in this collection that you'll enjoy, and all are unique and enjoyable. Another stand out book by Kevin J Kennedy.
April 29, 2025
I am loving this little mini collection set up that KJK has going “Classic monsters” but don’t let the word classic put you off, these are the classics horror is built and jacked up to 400.
I had a few favorites, which is hard when they are all so hauntingly fucked up.
First and what seems to be, becoming a top pick for me is
Candace Nola and Claims Report
I loved this one so much, for so many reasons, many of them being the nature of my job over the years, and this, just had me cackling but horrified, and I loved it so much.
Ever been a paper pusher?? Trust me, read this lol
My second was I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson.
I have a weird relationship with stuff like this, I don’t normally do the whole haunting thing, or watch the paranormal shows, but I do catch a few on the travel channel here and there, and I always wonder, are they faking or?
This, this was fucked up and fun in a way that needs to be studied I think .
New author to me, and being added to my must check out list.
All of these were perfectly haunting, but these, will stick with me a bit, this whole collection is perfect if you want some of that skin tingly type horror that has you glancing around, to make sure YOU aren’t haunted as well.
I had a few favorites, which is hard when they are all so hauntingly fucked up.
First and what seems to be, becoming a top pick for me is
Candace Nola and Claims Report
I loved this one so much, for so many reasons, many of them being the nature of my job over the years, and this, just had me cackling but horrified, and I loved it so much.
Ever been a paper pusher?? Trust me, read this lol
My second was I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson.
I have a weird relationship with stuff like this, I don’t normally do the whole haunting thing, or watch the paranormal shows, but I do catch a few on the travel channel here and there, and I always wonder, are they faking or?
This, this was fucked up and fun in a way that needs to be studied I think .
New author to me, and being added to my must check out list.
All of these were perfectly haunting, but these, will stick with me a bit, this whole collection is perfect if you want some of that skin tingly type horror that has you glancing around, to make sure YOU aren’t haunted as well.
August 11, 2025
Ghosts: Anthology presented by Kevin J. Kennedy
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This is an exciting haunting anthology! There are 13 short stories from amazing authors!
Each story has a ghost type theme related to it. I’m a sucker for Ghosts! 👻 These stories aren’t typical ghost haunts that you’ve heard before; each of these are very unique and original!
I really enjoyed most all of them, but a few that stood out to me in this collection are:
• Nine Lives by Veronica Smith
• The Scratching by Harrison Phillips
• I am not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod
• The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera
• I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson
• Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes
• My Dead Wife’s Diary by James Kaine
I listened to the audio version and the narrator did a fantastic job!
This is book 3 in the Classic Monsters series. The 1st is a Vampire collection and 2nd is a Werewolf collection!!
*Check out this and the other amazing collections!*
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
This is an exciting haunting anthology! There are 13 short stories from amazing authors!
Each story has a ghost type theme related to it. I’m a sucker for Ghosts! 👻 These stories aren’t typical ghost haunts that you’ve heard before; each of these are very unique and original!
I really enjoyed most all of them, but a few that stood out to me in this collection are:
• Nine Lives by Veronica Smith
• The Scratching by Harrison Phillips
• I am not a Haunted House by Dexter McLeod
• The Autopsy by Devin Cabrera
• I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson
• Passenger Th13teen by David Owain Hughes
• My Dead Wife’s Diary by James Kaine
I listened to the audio version and the narrator did a fantastic job!
This is book 3 in the Classic Monsters series. The 1st is a Vampire collection and 2nd is a Werewolf collection!!
*Check out this and the other amazing collections!*
August 2, 2025
Ghosts, an anthology presented by Kevin J. Kennedy, is a thoroughly enjoyable read and listen. The collection focuses on stories featuring ghosts or haunted things, with each author’s contribution skillfully crafted. Several stories offer surprisingly fresh and unconventional approaches to the genre, deviating from typical ghost narratives which I found refreshing. This installment is the third in the Monsters anthology series. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment.
August 2, 2025
Just awsome all the way. I wish i could ive 6 stars.
July 26, 2025
Another stellar series this one was very creepy loved it so much thank you.
A series to write might be cryptids so any superstition monster would be cool maybe?
A series to write might be cryptids so any superstition monster would be cool maybe?
September 3, 2025
Another great anthology by Kevin J. Kennedy! This is a collection of ghost stories written by some of the most up-and-coming indie horror authors. As with any group like this, there are some that resonated more than others. It's hard to pick a favorite, but I will mention a few that really stand out for me.
The very first story, Nine Lives, grabbed my attention right away. I am a cat lover, so this story revolving around 9 ghostly cats was perfect for me. The Autopsy was a creepy tale of a coroner and his encounters with ghosts. Then you have a tale of a bus rider who can't seem to figure out what's going, a horror filled roller coaster ride and a story told from the viewpoint of a house (very unique!).
The last story, My Dead Wife's Diary, was another that will stick with me for a long time. All in all. if you enjoy a great short horror story or just love the idea of ghosts, you will be sure to find a few that hit the spot for you.
The narrator for the audiobook was perfect and his performance added a lot to these tales.
The very first story, Nine Lives, grabbed my attention right away. I am a cat lover, so this story revolving around 9 ghostly cats was perfect for me. The Autopsy was a creepy tale of a coroner and his encounters with ghosts. Then you have a tale of a bus rider who can't seem to figure out what's going, a horror filled roller coaster ride and a story told from the viewpoint of a house (very unique!).
The last story, My Dead Wife's Diary, was another that will stick with me for a long time. All in all. if you enjoy a great short horror story or just love the idea of ghosts, you will be sure to find a few that hit the spot for you.
The narrator for the audiobook was perfect and his performance added a lot to these tales.
November 13, 2025
I CANNOT BELIEVE IT TOOK ME SO LONG TO GET TO THIS ONE. A KJK collection about GHOSTS?! Are you KIDDING?! Of course, I absolutely loved this one!
Every single tale was a hit for me. I had such a good time reading through each of these, and per usual with these collections, I was in awe over the variety these authors covered while still centering around ghosts.
The three tales that really struck me were:
Claims Report by Candace Nola
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley
I keep saying these collections just get better and better… but this one… THIS ONE.
This is the book that I will recommend if anyone ever asks me which of these collections to start with, or which one I loved the most.
Go pick up Ghosts today!
Check out my full review here: https://www.ericarobynreads.com/ghost...
Every single tale was a hit for me. I had such a good time reading through each of these, and per usual with these collections, I was in awe over the variety these authors covered while still centering around ghosts.
The three tales that really struck me were:
Claims Report by Candace Nola
I Faked a Haunting by Christopher Robertson
Bus Route X39 by Ryan Colley
I keep saying these collections just get better and better… but this one… THIS ONE.
This is the book that I will recommend if anyone ever asks me which of these collections to start with, or which one I loved the most.
Go pick up Ghosts today!
Check out my full review here: https://www.ericarobynreads.com/ghost...
November 9, 2025
A great collection of horror stories, I enjoyed the majority of them. My Dead Wife's Diary was my favourite and Bus Route X39 was my least.
August 24, 2025
4.5 ⭐ rounded to 5
I’m always wary of ghost stories because this trope has been perused so many times that it’s very difficult to find original takes. Once again, this anthology edited by Kevin J. Kennedy gives the reader a very unique experience with lots of beautiful stories.
I loved most of them but as expected, I particularly loved a few that stayed on my mind for quite some time. These were haunting in a very psychological way, pulling at my heart strings and stimulating my feelings deeply. This is not surprising given the fantastic line up of authors, confirming their storytelling skills. Also, the audiobook was very well narrated by Rain Corbyn, adapting voices and accents to fit the story.
This anthology has everything you’d want from the ghost theme, with twists, a bit of sci-fi, hauntings, and some very new and different ideas, surprising the reader and resulting in a very unexpected experience.
Thanks to Kevin J. Kennedy for the audiobook and this is my honest opinion.
I’m always wary of ghost stories because this trope has been perused so many times that it’s very difficult to find original takes. Once again, this anthology edited by Kevin J. Kennedy gives the reader a very unique experience with lots of beautiful stories.
I loved most of them but as expected, I particularly loved a few that stayed on my mind for quite some time. These were haunting in a very psychological way, pulling at my heart strings and stimulating my feelings deeply. This is not surprising given the fantastic line up of authors, confirming their storytelling skills. Also, the audiobook was very well narrated by Rain Corbyn, adapting voices and accents to fit the story.
This anthology has everything you’d want from the ghost theme, with twists, a bit of sci-fi, hauntings, and some very new and different ideas, surprising the reader and resulting in a very unexpected experience.
Thanks to Kevin J. Kennedy for the audiobook and this is my honest opinion.
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