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BOOK REVIEW: Ghosts and Poltergeists by Frank Smyth

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As usual I found this used book at my favorite place, Wonder Book and Video.  I don't usually purchase books that are part of a collection but this one had some interesting information on the first page I turned to and I was hooked. Published by Doubleday and Company, Inc and as part of "A New Library of the Supernatural" that is comprised of 20 books on various topics like "Visitors From Outer Space" and "Spirits and Spirit Worlds". Be aware that this book has A LOT OF PICTURES and they are amazing! I especially want to note that the Editorial Consultants are Colin Wilson and Dr. Christopher Evans, which tells me they had an excellent collaborative team to create this particular book.  The chapters of the book are comprised of history, types of apparitions, haunted places, "unhuman" ghosts, legends and folklore, poltergeists, investigating, and explanations. As an avid paranormal reader I will have to say some of the best books regarding the

Things to Consider for Residential Paranormal Investigations

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In the world of paranormal investigation, residential paranormal investigations are possibly the hardest and most rewarding. While not every team does residential paranormal investigations, it is a good idea for every team to know what you are up against if you decide to take on the investigation of someone's home. Above all remember that you as the investigator get to go home and put their case out of your mind, they live there and it is a safe space for them. Don't make their situation worse! Here are somethings that I like to make sure people understand and think about prior to diving into an investigation. Do you have the time? People experiencing paranormal phenomena in their home can be terrified, especially if they have children. Be prepared to have messages in your inbox, texts, and phone calls all hours of the day and night. While we may understand a few things about what may or may not be paranormal, they look to you for answers even at 3 AM. If you can't commit