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“Delivering juicy details with unrelenting speed and force” (Jonathan Allen), Swamp Monsters is the wild inside story of how Donald Trump made a star of Ron DeSantis and then set out to destroy him—a struggle for supremacy that has turned Florida into the crucible of the new GOP and of...

Old bones land Detective Peter Dourson up a creek without a paddle. Human remains surface on the banks of Cincinnati’s Mill Creek, sparking a media circus. It’s a case Detective Peter Dourson shouldn’t have, with attention he doesn’t want - even before his former fiancée arrives to fan the flames.

TRUE LOUISIANA CRYPTID DOCUMENTATION Deep in the untouched wild of Louisiana’s Honey Island Swamp… something legendary walks among the trees. This immersive book takes you into one of America’s most mysterious and primitive wetlands—believed by many to be the home of the Honey Island Swamp Monster. The Story Begins with Harlan Ford Author, Dana Holyfield’s grandfather, Harlan Ford, was the very first person to officially report a sighting to a wildlife fisheries agent. This book documents his extraordinary encounter—along with never-before-seen evidence found in his possessions....

Nadezhda is running away from her problems—mainly her family's supernatural murder cult that's constantly putting her loved ones in danger. Fortunately, her grandmother left her the house at the edge of a swamp life preserve so she can go off-grid for a while. It turns out the shack isn't the only thing she's inherited—the ancient kikimora who followed her family from Ukraine years ago is still dwelling in the swamp and she's looking for an offering.

There’s more to the swamplands than meets the teeth. In this supernatural tale of magic and mysticism, Henry Lemarchand grew up in Philadelphia knowing very little of his family—his father disappeared when he was young, leaving behind only a strange pouch of animal teeth. When he is sent to the Louisiana bayou to spend the summer with his eccentric uncle and cousin in their decaying ancestral mansion, Henry learns about his family’s supernatural legacy.

"Cryptids of the Deep South: Unveiling Myths, Monsters, and Mysteries of Louisiana, Arkansas, and Alabama" takes you deep into the heart of Southern folklore, where shadowy creatures roam the swamps, mountains, and rivers of Louisiana, Arkansas, and Alabama. From the terrifying Rougarou of Cajun legend to the elusive White River Monster and the enigmatic Honey Island Swamp Monster, this book explores the rich tapestry of myths and mysteries that have fascinated generations. Dive into detailed accounts of cryptid sightings, historical folklore, and cultural traditions that reveal the ...

Deep in the stagnant waters of Bishop’s Creek, a legend is waking up. It begins with a sound—a heavy, wet impact on the roof of a car—and three parallel gouges torn deep into metal. For Frank Henderson, it was a lucky escape. For the rest of the town, it is the beginning of a nightmare. As the oppressive heat of the South Carolina summer settles in, a series of impossible incidents leaves the local authorities baffled. Disappearing livestock, mangled vehicles, and a group of teenagers missing in the impenetrable "Dead Zone" point toward something that shouldn't exist. Sheriff’s ...

The line between safety and savagery is thinner than you think. In the placid waters of a resort lagoon, on a remote river in the Congo, and at the edge of a pristine suburban garden, ancient predators lie in wait. They are masters of the ambush, relics of a prehistoric age, and they share our world. This gripping collection of twenty true stories pulls you into the heart of the most terrifying moments of people's lives. Mauled chronicles the harrowing, moment-by-moment accounts of victims, rescuers, and survivors who have come face-to-face with the world's most efficient predators. From a ...

Discover the untold stories and spine-chilling legends of New England in *Swamp Yankee Cryptids, Monsters of Massachusetts by Ricardo D. Rebelo. Dive into the heart of the region’s folklore, where centuries-old traditions blend with the eerie unknown, creating a tapestry of cryptids, hauntings, and supernatural phenomena. From the enigmatic Pukwudgies of the Bridgewater Triangle to the Dover Demon’s unexplained sightings, this collection explores New England’s rich history of mystery and cultural fascination. Each chapter weaves together historical accounts, eyewitness testimonies, ...

There is something weird happening in Fever Swamp. Something really horrible. It started with the strange howling at night. Then there was the rabbit torn to shreds. Everyone thinks Grady's new dog is responsible. After all, he looks just like a wolf. And he seems a little on the wild side. But Grady knows his dog is just a regular old dog. And most dogs don't howl at the moon. Or disappear at midnight. Or change into terrifying creatures when the moon is full. Or do they?

Well, not really. But kinda. Bubba's hitting the road to to help a friend when Uncle Father Joe calls for aid. Bubba rolls into Orlando to help out the defrocked priest and his scientist/were-gator girlfriend, and ends up stumbling into something much bigger than even that giant lizard's cloaca! Somebody's hunting cryptids, and it ain't him, so he needs to find out what's going on back in them swamps, and why suddenly everybody is named Director Shaw?!?

Having been shotgunned by Steve and seemingly dragged into the swamp to his death (see Book One), Boutone, the Boy Monster of the Okefenokee Swamp, is brought back to life by the ministrations of the Mud Woman and his own hardy constitution. Only to discover he has a sister, Gwendal, and the girl he dreams about, Jill, is with another man. Soon, the Okefenokee Swamp is consumed by terror and unseen monsters, driving Steve and Harry to search out and kill whoever has reigned terror on the local community. Meanwhile, Jill pines for Boutone and cannot believe he is at the heart of the killings...

Something is watching from the tree line. Deep in the isolated stretches of the wilderness, there are places where the trails end and the dense, old-growth timber begins. In these remote shadows, hikers, hunters, and isolated residents have come face-to-face with an apex predator that defies conventional science. From the brutal, night-long bombardment of a remote mining cabin to a terrified community forced to abandon their homes along a rugged coastline, this collection unearths chilling, documented accounts of creatures that walk upright, hunt in the dark, and leave nothing behind but ...

From an absolutely unmissable voice in cozy fantasy, this tale shares the story of fae, folklore, and found family, told by a charismatic lake-dwelling monster with a voice unlike any other. Beneath the still surface of a lake lurks a monster with needle sharp teeth. Hungry and ready to pounce...

When a scientist visits Mrs. Jeepers's class to help the students with their ecology projects, the kids think he may be a swamp monster...

The swamp doesn't forgive mistakes. And it never forgets its young. Marcus Weir wanted the ultimate viral video. He ignored the local warnings, bypassed the safety markers, and steered his group of friends deep into the forbidden back channels of the Louisiana bayou. They were looking for the "Queen of the Bayou"—a prehistoric legend the locals refuse to name. They found her. One reckless moment turns a celebratory trip into a blood-soaked struggle for survival. After a catastrophic collision with a massive juvenile alligator leaves their boat sinking and their group stranded, the real ...

It’s just a science project. That’s what Maggie keeps telling herself. But deep in the Great Cypress Swamp near Selbyville, Delaware, the shadows seem to move on their own, and the silence feels alive. Among the twisting roots and misty waters, Maggie finds more than cypress trees — she finds something watching her. Locals whisper about the Burnt Swamp Monster, a creature said to rise from the ashes of an old fire. Is the legend true… or is someone hiding behind the mask? Step into the darkness with Maggie as she uncovers the truth in Book Two of the Maggie Mumford’s Monsters series.

He doesn't hunt. He waits. And I just swam straight into his nest."Hesitation is death."That’s the only rule that matters when you’re seventy feet underwater in a hurricane. I’m Lexie Gage, a retrieval specialist with a mountain of debt and zero survival instinct. When a shadowy client offered to wipe my slate clean in exchange for recovering a piece of tech from the Dead Zone, I didn’t ask questions.I just dove.I didn't know the Dead Zone belonged to Kaxen Hunt.Kaxen isn't just a reclusive billionaire hiding in a glass fortress. He’s a prehistoric apex predator. He is massive, ...

Accidentally found in the dark waters of the swamp by a family fishing for large-mouth bass, they take the baby Boutone back to their home. The daughter and son develop especially close bonds with baby Boutone. However, Boutone grows from a cute, cuddly baby to a hideous monster.

The Gravediggers and friends thought that Ushaville had sucked all the horror out of their lives, but it looks like they find themselves in another hairy situation. They decide to buy a punk bar and go into business, but the customers look just a bit too furry. Well, that bites! As the people of New Orleans experience a change of attitude during the full moon, the Gravediggers must find an ancient, evil swamp witch, and convince her to give them the antidote. It's a howl of a scary time as the group of friends try to make the monsters sit, stay, and hopefully, roll over and play dead. Will ...