My Books

Stories Where History, Mystery, & the Unexplained Collide

Once upon a time, I said, “Even if I have to keep trying until I’m 90, one day I’m going to have a book published.” Thankfully, I didn’t have to wait that long—but I’m pretty sure I’ll keep writing until I’m 90 anyway, because I have a lot of stories to tell.

My books explore the eerie, the curious, and the unexplained through paranormal fiction, graphic novels, and retellings of ghost and monster folklore. Rooted in history and legend, these stories are driven by atmosphere, mystery, and the question of what might be lingering just beyond what we can see.

If you’re drawn to haunted places, old legends, and stories that blur the line between fact and folklore, you’re in the right place.

THE HOMECOMING: A Vivian Bennett Mystery

My Debut Novel has finally been rereleased! Watch for the next Vivian Bennet Mystery to come soon!

Vivian Bennett can see what others can’t—shadows that cling to the brokenhearted, feeding on grief and despair, and spirits who linger to protect the living. After a tragic accident takes the lives of her mother and brother, Vivian is forced to move in with her estranged father in a seemingly perfect house that hides a terrible secret. Haunted by sorrow and pursued by an evil presence lurking in her new home, Vivian soon discovers that the house she now lives in was once the home of a girl who vanished without a trace.

With help from her brother’s spirit and a restless ghost, Vivian uncovers a chilling truth and finds herself in the crosshairs of a killer. As Vivian digs deeper, dark spirits begins to feed on her pain and anger, threatening to consume her. To survive and bring the truth to light, she must face not only the killer but her own grief—before the darkness that haunts her new home claims her, too.

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

MONSTERS OF THE SOUTH

Release Date: August 12, 2025

A mysterious winged creature descends upon a community, leaving behind a horrific disaster and whispers of a deadly omen. A family’s peaceful night becomes a nightmare when their home is attacked by otherworldly beings. In the dead of night, a man is visited by a monstrous half-dragon, half-bird beast. The South’s history includes several unimaginable encounters with legendary creatures. This collection of “ghost stories” presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of monsters in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

MONSTERS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

 Release Date: August 12, 2025

A pastor’s afternoon hike takes a horrifying turn when a creature follows him home and terrorizes his family. A woman’s routine drive becomes a heart-pounding encounter when a Sasquatch chases a deer into the path of her car. A child’s innocent night games go from sporty to sinister when a Wendigo stalks him from the shadows. The Pacific Northwest’s history includes several unimaginable encounters with legendary creatures. This collection of “ghost stories” presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of monsters in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

GHOSTS OF THE WILD WEST

Release Date: August 12, 2025

Too many lawmen and bandits met their ends on the streets of Deadwood, and their ghostly whispers still remain. In Tombstone, the infamous Bird Cage Theatre is haunted by the shadows of gamblers and painted ladies from long ago. The Wild West produced some of America’s most legendary characters—whose spirits might still roam among us. This collection of ghost stories unearths the creepiest, most surprising tales about old cowboys, outlaws, sharpshooters, prospectors, and more! Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

GHOSTLY TALES OF OHIO

Release Date: August 12, 2025

Ghostly inmates stalk the darkened corridors of the Ohio State Reformatory. The chilling cries of children echo from the shadows, near the remains of Gore Orphanage. Ohio is among the most haunted states in America. This collection of ghost stories presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of the Buckeye State! Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

MONSTERS OF THE NORTHEAST

Vampires prey upon family members from beyond the grave. A monstrous dog with glowing eyes seems to vanish into thin air. A giant, red-eyed beast terrorizes homeowners while helping itself to beloved pets—for dinner. The Northeast’s history includes several unimaginable encounters with legendary creatures. This collection of “ghost stories” presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of monsters in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

GHOSTLY TALES OF PENNSYLVANIA

The ghost of a notorious gangster roams the halls of Eastern State Penitentiary. Echoed cries from the past emanate from the long-ago home of a famous figure in US history. Pennsylvania is among the most haunted states in America. This collection of ghost stories presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of the Keystone State! Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

MONSTERS OF THE MIDWEST

This is the second edition of a collection of reportedly true encounters with werewolves, Bigfoot, and other cryptids. Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

A mysterious snake grows to frightening proportions. A slimy, clawed, green-scaled beast terrorizes swimmers from the bottom of a lake. Two enormous birds try to prey upon farm animals—and children. The Midwest’s history includes several unimaginable encounters with legendary creatures. This collection of “ghost stories” presents the creepiest, most surprising tales of monsters in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

PIPER

#1 New York Times bestselling author Jay Asher and co-author Jessica Freeburg brilliantly reimagine the classic Pied Piper legend as a powerful graphic novel about loneliness, love, and vengeance. Fans of Neil Gaiman and Through the Woods by Emily Carroll will devour this eerie, atmospheric retelling.

Long ago, in a small village in the middle of a deep, dark forest, there lived a lonely, deaf girl named Maggie. Shunned by her village because of her disability, her only comfort comes from her vivid imagination. Maggie has a gift for inventing stories and dreams of one day finding her fairy-tale love.

When Maggie meets the mysterious Piper, it seems that all her wishes are coming true. Spellbound, Maggie falls hard for him and plunges headfirst into his magical world. But as she grows closer to the Piper, Maggie discovers that he has a dark side.

The boy of Maggie’s dreams might just turn out to be her worst nightmare…

With striking illustrations from Eisner-nominated artist Jeff Stokely, mixed with Jessica Freeburg's work on historic and legendary horrors, Piper is an exciting new departure for Jay Asher that deftly touches on the same themes of truth, guilt, and redemption that made Thirteen Reasons Why a beloved bestseller.

Available at Barnes & Noble  and  Amazon.

HIDE-AND-CREEP

When Elijah moves into a new home with his mother, he's excited to explore the nearby woods. While building a fort, he meets a girl named Iris who offers to help. At first, having an extra pair of hands seems nice, but when Iris insists they play hide-and-seek and becomes irate when Elijah doesn't find her, Elijah's not so sure about his new friend. He soon realizes there's more to the woods behind his new home than he ever imagined.

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

A TITANIC TIME CAPSULE: Artifacts of the Sunken Ship

Imagine opening a chamber to discover an antique violin, a yellowed boarding pass, and a tattered coat. Together these artifacts can be used to tell of the splendor of the luxury ship Titanic and its tragic sinking in 1912. Featuring primary sources, this Time Capsule History book explores one of history's most fascinating events through the high-interest vehicle of a time capsule. Open it up to discover Titanic!

Available from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. (Grade Level: 3-5)

A JAMESTOWN COLONY TIME CAPSULE: Artifacts of the Early American Colony

 What would you find in a time capsule of the Jamestown Colony? Perhaps a portrait of John Smith, glass beads, or skeletal remains. Readers examine artifacts like these as they explore the history of the first permanent English settlement in North America in this Time Capsule History book. Primary sources help the history come alive as you open up this imaginary time capsule and learn!

Available from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. (Grade Level: 3-5)

COLLAPSE AND CHAOS: The Story of the 2010 Earthquake in Haiti

 in an immersive, exciting narrative nonfiction format, this powerful book follows a selection of people who experienced the 2010 Haiti Earthquake.

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. (Grade Level: 3-9)

FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL: The Story of the Holocaust

 In an immersive, exciting narrative nonfiction format, this powerful book follows a selection of people who experienced the events of the Holocaust.

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. (Grade Level: 3-9)

MONSTERS OF THE MIDWEST [First Edition]

 A collection of reportedly true encounters with werewolves, Bigfoot, and other cryptids. Co-written with fellow GSI investigator and historian, Natalie Fowler!

Available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

LIVING IN SHADOWS

 A limited number of used copies of the original version of my debut novel LIVING IN SHADOWS are available for purchase on Amazon. This title has been revised and rereleased with a fun new ending and an awesome new cover.

NIGHT VISIONS

This anthology of short stories was inspired by paranormal investigations performed by Jessica's group of ghost hunting children's authors and illustrators, Ghost Stories Ink, including stories by New York Times best-selling author Jay Asher, Joshua Sterling-Bragg of The Haunting Season, and award-winning screenwriter Sammy Sarzoza.

A limited number of used copies are available on Amazon.

DEATH AWAITS

This compilation of creepy tales features Jessica's story DEAD AIR, a short horror story inspired by her work with Darkness Radio.

Available on Amazon.