Practicing Conscious Living and Dying
by Annamaria Hemingway

The author approached me about a review copy of this book and as it was not something I'd usually go for, I felt compelled to take a look.

As it turned out it was a very good read and even helped my sceptical mind soften slightly as I read the accounts of people who experienced near death experiences and out of body experiences. The stories show how strong we are and how an incident in someone's life can have a major impact on others - in some cases in an extremely positive way.

Some accounts are stunning and moving, others leave you wondering if there really is something more to this life. In addition to a number of true accounts by various contributors, Annamaria adds some interesting research on the continuum of consciousness.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
Well written and moving book that can inspirational and give you some hope in the strength humankind.

How to Hunt Ghosts: A Practical Guide
by Joshua P. Warren

In HOW TO HUNT GHOSTS, paranormal researcher Joshua Warren teaches the novice ghost hunter the basics, which above all include treating the paranormal as any other scientific field: one requiring well-documented research and hard evidence. This unique guide breaks down the theories, explains the tools of the trade, and even offers forms to facilitate your investigation. Peppered with anecdotes from Warren's personal experience, HOW TO HUNT GHOSTS offers answers to such questions as: What is a ghost?; How does a ghost interact with the world?; Where can you find a haunted house?; Why do people usually see ghosts at night?; How do you record a ghostly encounter?

If you suspect you live in a haunted house and want to exorcise a ghost or attempt spectral communication, or if you are interested in pursuing a career as a ghost hunter or are simply curious about the paranormal, this intriguing and informative guide is for you.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
Excellent book but could have done with some photographs of the phenomena he talked about.

Ghost Hunters: A Guide to Investigating the Paranormal
by Yvette Fielding, Ciaran O'Keeffe

From the presenters of Living TV's Most Haunted, GHOST HUNTERS is an explosive guide that opens the world of ghosts to new initiates and serious fans. It contains "exclusive" case files from Yvette Fielding and Ciaran O'Keefe's own investigations, carried out expressly for the book. It also discusses the history of hauntings, and the pros and cons of various investigative techniques - as well as spooky phenomena like orbs and poltergeists, and how to tell if you've really seen a ghost.

In Part One Yvette and Ciaran re-open the case files of some of the world's most famous hauntings, including the Enfield poltergeist and the original Exorcist, and come to new conclusions based on today's expertise.

In Part Two, Yvette and Ciaran have chosen five new cases never examined before and carried out their own investigations, in locations including a Cheshire family home, a deserted shipyard and an abandoned church - now used as a nightclub. Thoroughly researched and full of exciting new material, this is THE ghost book for the serious fan.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
Enjoyed reading this but some things could have had more explanations or photographs.

Most Haunted: The Official Behind-the-Scenes Guide
by Yvette Fielding, Derek Acorah

What do ghosts sound like? What do they look like? What do mediums see? What exactly is an orb? How can you develop your own psychic abilities? This companion book to the smash-hit series Most Haunted will answer all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about the paranormal. Based on indepth interviews with presenters Yvette Fielding and Derek Acorah, and with their intrepid TV crew, it provides a behind-the-scenes insight into the ghoulish goings-on in haunted locations around the country.

Find out what really happened at Owlpen Manor, Brannigan's Nightclub and the Drury Lane Theatre. Did the antique baby's crib really start rocking back and forth of its own accord in Athelhampton Hall? Who, or what, punched Stuart in the stomach at the Ancient Ram Inn? And how did Derek feel when he was possessed by the spirit of the evil Mr. Godfrey Parks? Most Haunted will fascinate and intrigue both sceptics and believers alike.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
This was a good read, but marked down because of Derek Acorah - still comes across as over dramatic even in a book!

Ghost Hunting: How to Investigate the Paranormal
by Loyd Auerbach

Ghost Hunting is a common sense approach to the investigation and resolution of cases of reported ghostly happenings, including apparitions, hauntings, and poltergeists. The reader quickly grasps what parapsychologists think ghosts are and how to best deal with the phenomena and the experiences of the people having them. Ghost Hunting covers the investigative process from the initial call and assessment to the on-site investigative techniques and technology.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
Well written and engaging book. It covers almost everything you need to know.

The Unbelievable Truth: A Medium's Guide to the Spirit World
by Gordon Smith

Gordon Smith, the internationally respected medium explores the world of the afterlife. Gordon is a highly articulate speaker and experienced teacher. In his new book he travels deep into the world that exists beyond death. He talks about the journey of the soul and the development of human consciousness. This fascinating book deals with insider topics such as reincarnation, heaven and hell and relationships after death. His research has led him to talk to spiritual teachers, scientists and mediums from around the world. This extraordinary book deals with topics such as reincarnation, heaven and hell and relationships after death. It will change our view of the world forever.

“Hailed as the UK’s most accurate medium.” – The Daily Mail

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
I borrowed this book from a friend on her recommendation. Expected to find it boring but in fact really enjoyed it. Not normally the kind of book I'd go for. Did trail off at the end though.

The Skeptic's Dictionary:
A Collection of Strange Beliefs, Amusing Deceptions, and Dangerous Delusions
by Robert Todd Carroll

Robert Carroll has compiled an impressive collection of short articles in a dictionary format, which sets out to define and explain ideas that warrant careful critical examination. Carroll pulls no punches in his criticism of whacky, cultish ideas, yet he does not brazenly skewer all sacred cows. He sets out to expose a wide range of ideas with light-hearted scepticism, exposes blatant charades for what they are, explicates ideas that are often misconstrued or irrationally rejected, and casts doubt where doubt is due.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
Covers a lot of things and has been very useful during my research, but has on occasions, not included things which I felt should have been in.

How Psychic Are You?: Understand and Develop Your Natural Psychic Ability
by Paul Roland

Learn to harness the inherent psychic powers, which we all possess, to make positive improvements to your life. Feel more self-aware, confident and in control of your own life. Practice simple exercises to recognize and develop your psychic ability. Throughout the book there are tips to test your progress by means of simple questionnaires.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
I'm not saying this isn't a good book, but it was not for me. Too 'designed' and with overly religious overtones. Put me off after a few pages.

How to Meet and Work with Spirit Guides
by Ted Andrews

According to the author of this text, we often experience spirit contact in our lives but fail to recognize it for what it is. As a solution, this book shows how to access and attune to beings such as guardian angels, nature spirits and elementals, spirit totems, archangels, gods and goddesses, as well as family and friends after their physical death.

Hauntedland Rating: OOOOO
As with the book above, it involved angels and God. Seemed very complex. I tend to believe that spirits are not necessarily a product of a God or religion.

Psychic Development for Beginners
by William Hewitt

William Hewitt maintains that everyone is born with some degree of psychic ability. That, if they knew how to access and utilize their inborn psychic abilities they could succeed at everything they turned their mind to, from solving everyday problems to enjoying dynamic and fulfilling relationships. Psychic Development For Beginners shows some fast, easy ways to unleash personal psychic force and become a happy, healthy, fully developed human being.

These 44 practical exercises will quickly enable the reader to realize a host of spiritual and material benefits, from learning how to contact a spirit guide to alerting oneself of imminent danger with psychic warnings. These exercises are simple, take little time, and they allow the reader to design a personal psychic development program and proceed at their own pace.

These exercises are presented along with 28 psychic case studies that illustrate the incredible capabilities at the reader's command -- once they've released their natural psychic potential. Psychic Development For Beginners is a unique and unusual self-help book.

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