The 10th anniversary edition of michael kleens classic tales of coles county, illinois combines both the original book and the legends and lore of coles county, with updated content and additional legends. He was also editor of the anthology secret rockford, and recently directed. Lucky for us, he has been able to skillfully combine all of his passions in his new book, paranormal illinois. Michael kleen is an author of legends, lore, and the paranormal, as well as a speaker for local illinois history. He is the author of the monthly eserial legends and lore of illinois, as well as numerous books, including the new haunting the prairie and paranormal illinois. Why did hundreds of people line up, in the winter of 1980, bumpe. Reportedly a former almshouse, this building was purchased for use as a haunted attraction.
Michael kleen for over a decade, michael kleen, author of paranormal illinois and tales of coles county, has researched and traveled to mystery spots all over the prairie state. First published in 2004, tales of coles county, illinois takes an entertaining look at local history through vivid historical fiction. Paranormal illinois by michael kleen, paperback barnes. He is the author of numerous books, including tales of coles county, illinois, six tales of terror, shades of gray. It is sometimes open to the public for prescheduled nighttime paranormal investigation and history tours.
Route 20 leave a comment on palace shoe service for tippecanoe and tyler too. He is the author of haunting illinois, paranormal illinois, six tales of. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Sep 18, 2017 michael kleen has a ma in history from eastern illinois university and a ms in education from western illinois university. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Painstakingly and lovingly compiled, kleen s books will be sure to become indispensable primers for both midwestern ghost hunters and local folklore buffs alike. Most recently, he edited and published the anthology secret rockford. Black oak media began formally publishing book titles in the summer of 2011. Kleen born october 10, 1981 is an american folklorist, publisher, and social commentator. Buy paranormal illinois by michael kleen online at alibris. For over a decade, michael kleen, author of the legends and lore of illinois, has. Michael kleen is a tremendous author who writes on a variety of unique subjects within the context of folklore, history, and the supernatural in the midwest, especially illinois. First released in january 2007, the legends and lore of illinois has been defying convention to bring you illinois gho. He writes a monthly newsletter that highlights infamous places in illinois through a unique blend of research and storytelling.
Author michael kleen posted on april 10, 2020 june 10, 2019 categories historic america, photography tags illinois, rockford, sign, u. Charleston three coles county legends are examined in paranormal illinois, a new book by michael kleen. Michael kleen has 59 books on goodreads with 326 ratings. Michael kleen has 59 books on goodreads, and recently added the last laugh. Mar 05, 2010 he is the author of the monthly eserial legends and lore of illinois, as well as numerous books, including the new haunting the prairie and paranormal illinois. Investigation reports by michael kleen available from rakuten kobo. Apr 30, 2017 ive posted this under paranormal books, authors, and publications rather than writers corner because michael kleen is a published author of a few books. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Michael kleen earned a masters degree in american history from eastern illinois university in 2008. Kleen and get his permission to share these snippets and links here on um prior to posting this topic. An organized and comprehensive guide to illinois haunted and legendary places, haunting the prairie contains mystery sites and 60 individual illustrations and maps, plus a bibliographic timeline of paranormal and folklore research in illinois. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. The tour will be held on saturday october 15, 2011. We are also thrilled to present michael kleen as our celebrity tour guide.
A new philosophy of neardeath experiences, apparitions, and the paranormal b. Rural illinois paranormal society rips pekin, il 3092411529 county. I used michael kleens 2nd edition of haunting illinois and paranormal illinois back in 2012 when i was researching ashmore estates in connection with haunted asylums, prisons, and sanatoriums. Chicagos street guide to the supernatural by richard t. Now, he has created an organized and comprehensive guide to haunted and legendary places in illinois. Day of the woman michael kleen bachelors grove cemetery. Michael kleen has a ma in history from eastern illinois university and a ms in education from western illinois university.
For over a decade, michael kleen, author of paranormal illinois and tales of coles county, has researched and traveled to mystery spots all over the prairie state. Michael kleen gets a kick out of ghost stories and hes willing to travel to see if theres any truth to these legends. Read legends and lore of illinois 2009 by michael kleen available from rakuten kobo. Smashwords about michael kleen, author of ghostlore of. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Cw rural illinois paranormal society rips was founded in the autumn of 2009 by a group of individuals who all had an interest in the paranormal. Top 10 most haunted cities in illinois mysterious heartland. Even today, i read books, attend lectures, seminars, conferences, workshops and network with people in the paranormal field all the time. Case files and six tales of terror, and his work ranges over almost every aspect of the paranormal.
Below, watch the twopart interview of author kathi kresol, done by michael kleen, rockford author and publisher. The illinois road guide to haunted places by chad lewis and terry fisk. The book includes three chapters devoted to the airtight bride, eius pemberton. He is from rockford, illinois and edits the website. We offer our services free of charge and are willing to assist with any questions or concerns you may have.
One of my new books focuses on the folklore and ghostlore of illinois. He is the author of several books, including tales of coles county, six tales of terror, and paranormal illinois. Michael kleen s most popular book is haunting illinois. Mar 08, 2009 join us as we welcome back author michael kleen with two major announcements michael kleen. He is also the founder and proprietor of black oak media, an independent. I was a little late in picking up the 3rd edition, but when i realized it was on the market, i quickly ordered it. Now, he has created the most organized and comprehensive guide to haunted and legendary places ever written about illinois.
Dawn severson has 62 books on goodreads, and recently added paranormal illinois by michael kleen, the illinois road guide to haunted locations by chad le. Join michael kleen as he explores the history and mystery behind these. Haunted places in summerfield, illinois haunted places. Books by michael kleen author of haunting illinois goodreads. Michael has also spoken on illinois history and folklore at the rockford public library, wtvo channel 17, charleston middle school, and the 2007 conference on illinois history in. I used michael kleen s 2nd edition of haunting illinois and paranormal illinois back in 2012 when i was researching ashmore estates in connection with haunted asylums, prisons, and sanatoriums. I dont claim to be an expert and i truly believe that there are no experts in the field, simply people that have more whiskers sort to speak. Tales of coles county, illinois by michael kleen, paperback. Michael kleen is a writer, historian, and folklorist from illinois. Download pdf haunting illinois free online new books. Strange tales from the old dominion, and paranormal illinois. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. He is the author of haunting illinois, paranormal illinois, six tales of terror, tales of coles county, and witchcraft in illinois.
Michael kleen on the channel news at noon youtube. He is the author of haunting illinois, paranormal illinois, six tales of terror, and tales of coles county, among other works. It was reportedly haunted by many ghosts, including elva skinner, a woman who died in a fire in the former almshouse. Top 10 lost treasures in illinois mysterious heartland. Jul 25, 2018 general, ghosts and paranormal, homes 2 12 story stone house, boeke bought house in 1948, built by samuel f dodds, built in 1848, dodds kept up to 20 horses in stable, hearing sounds, in lena illinois, lights go on in basement, maybe there are ghosts, mr. Haunted rockford paranormal events owner and local historian kathi kresol. A tourists guide to the weird and wild places of the prairie state by michael kleen, was released by thunder bay press on may 15, 2011. Illinois metaphysical and paranormal society imps is pleased to announce the upcoming haunted coles county tour. Michael alan kleen is a publisher, folklorist, and politician from illinois. There are things that go bump in the night, unseen whispers after dark, and an entire atmosphere that has inspired many movies we know and love. Michael kleens most popular book is haunting illinois. The fallen chronicles by michael kleen paranormal books. The 10th anniversary edition of michael kleen s classic tales of coles county, illinois combines both the original book and the legends and lore of coles county, with updated content and additional legends.
Why did hundreds of people line up bumper to bumper in rural illinois to catch a glimpse of a scantily clad phantom along kennedy hill road. Legends and lore of illinois 2009 ebook by michael kleen. Three coles county legends are detailed in book lifestyles. The house has been featured in several books and tv shows including ghost hunters and.
On the illinois frontier, pioneers pressed silver dimes into musket balls to ward off witches, while farmers dutifully erected fence posts according to. A tourists guide to the weird and wild places of the prairie state, paranormal illinois, and tales of coles county. Michael has spoken about local history and folklore at conventions, libraries, cafes, schools, and colleges. Michael kleen has 59 books on goodreads with 320 ratings. Michael has written several books, including haunting illinois. Classic ships of the great lakes book detail midpoint. Which of the following is your favorite book on illinois ghostlore.
Mystery on mackinac island book detail midpoint book. Michael kleen, author of paranormal illinois and haunting the prairie, speaks to guests during a book signing friday night at finnegans bookstore in utica. This is without a doubt the best illinois ghost guide book ever written. Illinois state university in normal, illinois mysterious heartland. Ebook folk lore from adams county illinois epub pdf. Jun 11, 2010 michael kleen has a great fondness for the midwest, a masters degree in history, and an insatiable thirst for ghost stories. Local historian and author michael kleen presented a paper on the history of ashmore estates and the coles county poor farm at the 2010 conference on illinois history in springfield. I used michael kleens 2nd edition of haunting illinois and paranormal. What is the real history behind independence grove and devils gate.
Michael kleen has a great fondness for the midwest, a masters degree in history, and an insatiable thirst for ghost stories. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store coupons amazonbasics gift cards customer service sell. For over a decade, michael kleen, author of legends and lore of illinois, has researched and traveled to mystery spots all over the prairie state. Ive posted this under paranormal books, authors, and publications rather than writers corner because michael kleen is a published author of a few books. This painstakingly researched book leaves no ghost unturned. He was born in chicago and grew up in the northwest suburb of des plaines, illinois.
Witchcraft in illinois is an excellent book that takes both an academic and traditional storytelling approach to a subject matter that is fascinating, frightening, and deeply tragic. He is best known for his work about illinois folklore and ghost lore, but he is also a freelance columnist and speaker on politics and popular culture. Apr 10, 2009 michael kleen, for example, has written books with titles such as legends and lore of illinois. He is the author of haunting illinois, paranormal illinois, six tales of terror. The author examines the sites and the history, as well as the hobbyists and professionals who explore the strange and unusual in the state. Why did hundreds of people line up, in the winter of 1980, bumper to bumper in rural. Ashmore estates closed in 1986 and stood abandoned until 2006, when it was opened as a commercial haunted house. Michael kleen is the author of haunting illinois 3. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Tuesday may 18 michael kleen appeared on wrex channel s news at noon in rockford to talk about his new book, paranormal illinois. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. This collection consists of 47 haunted locations from the archives of the legends and lore of illinois, arranged alpha. Buy paranormal illinois by author michael kleen february, 2010 by michael kleen isbn. Check out these places and more in michael kleens haunting illinois.
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