A near-obsessive pursuit of ghost stories and odd superstitions cranks up this serious study of Appalachian tales of the supernatural and their origin in both old-world customs and real historical events. An effort to preserve and record one aspect of a dying way of life, the book relies on interviews and historic documents to search for the facts behind local lore of murder, witchcraft, and weird hauntings. Several campfire-worthy ghost stories are recounted in their entirety—including "The Swinging Gate of Fern Lake Hollow"—and an unexpectedly large number of stories about aliens and UFOs provide an interesting comparison of three-century-old mysteries and those stirred up in comparatively recent times

This book is a collection of short stories. These stories are inspired by my love for the Appalachian Mountains, and by the mysterious legends that can take on a life of their own. So will you come travel the mountain tops, valleys and hollows of the mysterious Appalachian Mountains. Find a witch on the mountain, walk with a phantom mountain lion, look for a raven in the attic, and fly with the eagle on the rock. Follow the ghost to the gold mine, spend two days in the haunted house, or find love by the river. It is all waiting for you to discover here in the pages of this book. The reader will be taken into a world that can only be seen if you are willing to see it. Even if only for a short time you can let your mind get lost in the pages of this book, Mountain Mysteries, your time will be well spent.

Set aside some time to spend at Winchester Ranch, and read these two thrilling classics from New York Times bestselling author B.J. Daniels! GUN-SHY BRIDE The discovery of human bones not far from the Winchester Ranch rocked the small town and its Deputy Sheriff, McCall Winchester. The grave held answers to questions that had long haunted her, and nothing would stop her from getting them...not even the return of Luke Crawford. Luke wasn’t about to be pushed out of McCall’s life again. Not when she needed him the most. The blue-eyed boy was now a devastating cowboy who knew what he wanted—and that was to keep McCall safe. Not an easy thing to do when her investigation stirred up a hornet’s nest of trouble. But nothing would stop him from taking this Winchester as his bride! HITCHED! Following a trail of secrets back to his family ranch, Jack Winchester needed a cover to solve a decades-old mystery. And Josey Smith offered him the perfect one—if she would agree to pose as his wife for a week. The gorgeous redhead was up to her neck in trouble, and Jack protected what was his, pretend marriage or not. On the run from a killer, Josey had no choice but to accept Jack’s proposal. While she no longer trusted herself to tell the good guys from the bad, the handsome, blue-eyed cowboy made her feel safe. But it soon became apparent that the sparks that flew between them were anything but fake, and that the danger they faced was all too real….

Dividing up Melrose Farm, a hotel fire, lost children, a collapsed dam and raging river, hidden tunnels and caves, a plane crash, a potentially unsuccessful business adventure, and an unexpected pregnancy spice up life for members of the family.

* THREE SUSPENSEFUL MYSTERIES * CAST OF BELOVED CHARACTERS * DOZENS OF TWISTS & TURNS * 2500+ 5-STAR SERIES REVIEWS “Terrific series! The characters are awesome! I can't stop reading! I don't want these books to end!” Take a suspense-filled Appalachian journey with Abit Bradshaw and Della Kincaid, two unlikely partners who work together to right wrongs, fight corruption, and solve crimes. Along the way, they experience love, loss, and abiding friendship. "FIVE STARS! Lynda McDaniel has that wonderfully appealing way of weaving a story." ~Deb, Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 Reviewer A LIFE FOR A LIFE #1 "The most satisfying mystery I've read in ages." ~Joan Nienhuis, Top 1% of Reviewers on Goodreads Laurel Falls, N.C., 1985: I was done with being a crime reporter in Washington, D.C., tired of all the violence. So I packed up and moved to Laurel Falls, N.C. Peace and quiet—until I found the body. The sheriff called it a suicide. No way. Trouble was, without my usual sources, how much of an investigation could I pull off? But my neighbor Abit Bradshaw and I teamed up and cooked up a plan to solve that crime. Of course plans rarely pan out the way you think. ~Della Kincaid THE ROADS TO DAMASCUS #2 "I absolutely devoured this book! " ~Cynthia Williams Laurel Falls, N.C. 1989: I couldn’t believe I was in trouble again. I’d finally got what I’d always wanted—return to school—then lost it. It all started when a family of con artists stole our money and good intentions. Trying to find them again took everything I had—and then some. ~Abit Bradshaw WELCOME THE LITTLE CHILDREN #3 "I've come to think of these characters as cherished friends.” ~L. G. Yaldezian Laurel Falls, N.C. 1994: I would never have risked so much if it hadn’t been for Astrid Holt. She brightened things at Coburn’s General Store every time she stopped by for recipe ideas—at eight years old! So when Astrid’s mother disappeared—lost in the woods? kidnapped? murdered?—how could Abit Bradshaw and I turn our backs on her? ~Della Kincaid If you love Jacqueline Winspear, Sue Grafton, and Cheryl Bradshaw (no relation to Abit Bradshaw that we know of), you're sure to enjoy the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series. Get all three books now and find out why critics and readers are praising Lynda McDaniel's unique voice in mystery writing.

"The joy of Christmas lasts all year!" “This is Lynda McDaniel's best book ever! I thoroughly inhabited it…these folks have become so precious to me.” Laurel Falls, N.C., Christmas 2012: The walnut dresser I bought my son sure brought a load of trouble. Not because one of the drawers kept sticking and the whole thing needed so much refinishing. No, I could handle that, what with being a woodworker most of my life. It was the diary hidden in a secret compartment for almost sixty year that turned everything upside down. That diary was filled with stories of mistreatment and misfortune, stories that twisted up something inside of me. Especially because the teenage girl who wrote them stopped writing mid-sentence. Like someone grabbed her and took her away. Or killed her to keep secret what she’d written. I just had to find out what happened to her. I knew what a lousy upbringing looked like, but even mine couldn’t compare with what she'd faced. I needed to know she'd made it through, like I had. The timing, though, couldn’t have been worse: Christmastime and I had the boys that year. I was set on making it the best one yet, but with mean threats and truck chases and family feuds raining down on us, it was hard to squeeze in very much ho-ho-ho. And yet we did, sharing old memories and making new ones. Della Kincaid stepped in, helping with our holiday celebrations and looking into that poor girl's whereabouts. Together we traveled through the mountains of North Carolina and up into Virginia, witnessing things I never wanted to see again while treasuring the everlasting beauty of the natural landscape. ~Abit Bradshaw You'll enjoy this suspenseful Christmas mystery because who doesn't hope someone would care if they disappeared? If you love Jacqueline Winspear, Sue Grafton, and Cheryl Bradshaw (no relation to Abit Bradshaw that we know of), you're sure to enjoy the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series. Get it now—for the rich natural setting, colorful characters, and suspenseful investigations. Unwrapped is the seventh book in the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series and a standalone novel. The books in this series may be read in any order. Look for the latest book in the Appalachian Mountain Mysteries series, After Dusk, coming soon! Interview with the Author Q: Where does this seventh book pick up in the lives of Abit Bradshaw and Della Kincaid? A: It's three years after Abit and Della helped a man reclaim his identity in Up the Creek. Abit is feeling more content with his lot in life, doing his woodworking and enjoying the nature that surrounds him on his farm. Della, on the other hand, is feeling unsettled, bored even, with her life at Coburn’s General Store. Q: What's new in the series? A: Abit’s mission involves discovering who wrote the 60-year-old diary he discovered in a piece of furniture he’s refinishing. He feels a strong connection with her difficult childhood. The entries are disturbing, and he has a strong need to make sure the young writer is okay all these years later. Q: Why should readers give this series a try? A: Because these are serious mysteries without over-the-top violence. And readers tell me the character development makes them eager to read more: "A pair of unforgettable crime-solving characters," one reader shared, and another wrote, "I became intrigued by and attached to the characters – Della, Abit, Alex, even the dog, Jake – and their dialogue." Q: In what order was this series written? A: Unwrapped, like all the books in the series, is a standalone, so readers won't be confused if they start with this book. The other books (in order written) include: A Life for a Life, The Roads to Damascus, Welcome the Little Children, Murder Ballad Blues, Deep in the Forest, Up the Creek, and After Dusk. Waiting for You is a free prequel novelette.

The Dyatlov Pass Incident: A Mountain Mystery Persists delves into the perplexing and unsolved case of the Dyatlov Pass incident. It explores the mysterious deaths of nine hikers in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1959, where their bodies were found under bizarre circumstances. The book examines the initial search and investigation, profiles the hikers and their journey, and delves into the enigmatic nature of the scene and the conditions of the hikers' bodies. Additionally, it explores the various official investigations and reports, as well as the speculations and theories surrounding the incident. The book delves into unexplained phenomena such as mysterious radioactivity, strange lights, and sounds. It also discusses theories and conspiracies, including government cover-ups and paranormal explanations. The narrative uncovers cracks in the official story, highlighting inconsistencies in the investigation and missing documents and testimonies. The legacy of the incident is explored, including its cultural impact and enduring fascination. Ongoing efforts to unravel the mystery, modern-day expeditions, and forensic reexaminations are also investigated. The book discusses media portrayals, pop culture references, and the continued intrigue and public interest surrounding the Dyatlov Pass incident. Overall, The Dyatlov Pass Incident: A Mountain Mystery Persists sheds light on this enduring and unresolved mountain mystery.