True Ghost Stories: Real Haunted Cemeteries and Graveyards

by Zachery Knowles

Looking for a Scare? Then Read These 22 Spine-chilling Stories Are you interested in reading true stories of haunted cemeteries from across the world? Think about what it would be standing in a cemetery when you are suddenly hit by a wind so powerful, it knocks you to the ground, yet the nearby trees are not moving at all. Or as one gentleman whom had has picture taken at an infamous Old West Cemetery, only to have it developed and discover someone else was in the picture, too—holding a knife. Envision yourself walking along in a cemetery when a tall, handsome young man approaches asking for the location of a crypt. When you politely respond in the negative, he politely thanks you, turns, and disappears. Be cautious visiting a cemetery at dusk for a pack of large, dark-colored hellhounds with fiery red eyes might pass right through the trees as they are running toward you, barking and baying in a terrifying fashion. These stories and more fill the pages of this book. Included are cemetery hauntings from all over the world, including the United States, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, Egypt, Argentina, Mexico, and Czechoslovakia. Infamous hauntings from Greyfriars Kirkyard and Stull Cemetery, as well as countless lesser-known hauntings are guaranteed to unnerve even the bravest of readers. Ghosts of criminals, police chiefs, murder victims, innocent young children, distraught mothers, lonely bachelors, forlorn lovers, a cursed pharaoh and many more are described in this book. All sorts of manifestations are also integrated including ghostly animals, shadows cast by a hangman’s tree no longer there, a screaming skull encased in concrete…these are just a few of the ghostly manifestations you will learn of within these pages. Be prepared to view cemeteries in a whole new light. Don’t read this without all the lights on and think twice before visiting any of these cemeteries without showing the proper respect—you may not come out with your sanity intact. Ready to scare yourself senseless? Scroll to the top of the page and hit buy!

Genres: Horror, Ghosts, Nonfiction, Paranormal

121 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 28, 2017

Reviews

[Cindy (BKind2Books) · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars rounded down to 3 (because I cannot give this a 4)

This was a quick, enjoyable read. I liked it, but I think that it could have been better with 2 things...

First, there was an evident lack of proofreading. It was annoying, especially in a book this short, to see the number of grammatical errors and missing words. This just feels lazy to me. (Example: Josef looked quite humanly, though possessed extraordinary strength. And there are so many more just like that. Grrr.)

Second, he did not spend enough time on the cemetery and the hauntings associated with them. The examples were too brief and didn't go into enough detail.

Okay, so with all of that, I still enjoyed it. While I was aware of some of these haunted areas, like the graveyards in New Orleans, Boot Hill, and the Valley of the Kings, others were new to me. I just feel like I was left wanting more.

[Melanie Atchley Robb · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great effort

There's a great deal of research done on this booklet. St. Augustine has a really old cemetery, I walked around it for awhile, however, I'm told it's haunted. I didn't see anything myself. I've also been to Greyfriar's kirkyard. I wasn't spooked, my husband was taking pics, but nothing showed up. My husband came up to me among ancient graves and asked if I spoke his name. No. I didn't. So I have been a voracious reader of anything unexplained all my life. These were interesting, but short.

[Ursula Johnson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short Stories of Haunted Cemeteries

This short book is another entry in the true hauntings series from the author. While the books are well researched, the stories told within are very short. It seems like the chapter gets started and it's over before it really began. There were a number of places I hadn't heard of, but there are only 2 or three entries per chapter. It would be better if there was more information per chapter.

[Jennifer McLoughlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Surprising Read

Loved this one, thank you Zachery. This book surprised me with wonderful history of the people and places, both within and around the cemeteries, but also great stories of how the people died. I learnt a lot, whilst at the same time reading more about ghosts than I really thought of, when it comes to cemeteries. Very interesting to say the least. Really enjoyable. :-)

[Debbie Benson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have always been fascinated by graveyards. I like to wander through and read the headstones but I am also mindful to respect those who are buried there. This book covers several graveyards and cemeteries. With each location, some accounts which people have experienced are related. It is nice to read about the different places in this book.

[Amanda Stratton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love paranormal

I am a true believer in the paranormal as we live in a haunted house with 3 spirit's. All of them know that as long as they behave. Anyways, this book was awesome and I have been to some of these cemeteries. Will definitely look forward to the rest of your books.

[Diane T. Steele · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ghost Review

I enjoyed the book and hated to come to the end wishing there were just a few more stories. I enjoyed the stories which were written as a reporter might just giving you the facts without any embellishment. Very good read. If you like ghost stories you will like this book.

[maggie swan cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riveting

Read the book in two sittings. Absolutely fascinating, didn't want to put it down. It was scary, heartbreaking and tender. I am going to read his other books.
Zachary Knowles has clearly done a lot of research for this book. It is definitely "a must read"

[nancy flack · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love spooks

This book is very particular. It tells you how life really is. Love goes on. Even when your body passes. Do you believe? Maybe life and spirit does continue, just different than we know it.

[MARTIN WITHERS · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very enjoyable read.

An interesting and well written account of haunted graveyards. These are some seriously scary places and should be treated with respect.

[Paula Knight · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book will be getting his other books. I couldn’t put book down.

[Steve Parcell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short but very interesting read. I will definitely be reading his other work.

[lisa linda whannel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book

Loved this book couldn't put it down had to get the rest of his books to read well worth it

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short but good.

[Dorina · Rating 4 out of 5]

True stories. Fun, light read before bed. Bwawahhhhhhh.

[Mark Sears · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing

This book kept my interest, the stories were well written and researched. I would recommend it to anyone interested in the paranormal.

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book loved all the history.

[karen bradley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant


I love Zachary Knowles books they are very informative and spooky all at the same time. ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT GHOSTLY GOINGS ON.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars really. I was looking for something that would be scary and although these short stories are very interesting they are by no means scary.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Stories

I really enjoyed these stories. They were interesting and very enjoyable. Book was well written. I can't wait to read more books by this author.

[Madeline McQueen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good interesting stories. Enjoyed the read.

[Leah M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book.very scary read.loved it !!

[Matthew Harwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

I used to always watch Ghost Adventures on TV when I was younger and I was always hooked by their activities and findings. These books are perfect for fans of the show and paranormal.

[Angela Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Creepy cool!

[Vicki Marmillot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Lots of new locations on my bucket list now.

[Rebecca Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting stories. Fun read.

[Julie Carithers Overstreet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting read!!!

[Trudi Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

Great book. I love reading about haunted places....would never visit one ever but I kove to read about them lol

[Ione DeOllos · Rating 4 out of 5]

He discussions are brief but what is present is intriguing.

[Faith McCoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was a good read

I loved all the details in each story told. I love good ghost stories and there are definitely some good ones in here!