I'm joining with a group of paranormal authors in a Halloween Facebook party on October 20th. The full schedule is below, but I'll be hosting from 4-5 PM PST (that's 7-8 PM EST) and my focus is Halloween trivia! Prizes include Halloween-themed cosmetics (including bloody nail polish and a "Galaxy Goddess" stencil kit), and an antique, collectible, Halloween postcard from 1909. So stop by here on October 20th for the party and click the "Discussion" tab: https://www.facebook.c

Fall is on its way. Have you noticed? Really noticed? I don’t know where you are, but I’m in California, where the seasonal change is more subtle. The nights are lengthening and an autumn chill nips the air. Leaves are turning color. Halloween candy has hit the supermarkets (honestly, if you’re buying Halloween candy in September, you’re either the greatest pre-planner ever, or that candy is for you. No judgment.). This is the season for letting go – of old ideas, of habits t

The new Blair Witch movie is still burning up the interwebs. But we've got some non-Blair paranormal news this week. 1) Here's some Halloween costume inspiration. This woman transformed herself into all three of the witches from Hocus Pocus. (Though not at the same time, because that would be weird). 2) What's up with that witch's cauldron? Here's an article on the symbolism of usage of the cauldron. 3) October 1st is National Ghost Hunting Day! Yes, it's a thing! 4) And in h