8 New Ghost Books That Will Keep You Up All Night—From Paranormal Romance to WWII Hauntings
From paranormal romance to WWII mysteries, these haunting reads will give you chills all season.
Between the chilling plotlines and spine-tingling details ghost books have captivated readers all over the world for centuries. And books about ghosts are perfectly suited this time of year, with Halloween right around the corner. But there’s not much time left in spooky season! To help you get into the spooky spirit, we’ve rounded up the best new ghost books that are sure to spook you.
Love paranormal romances? Pick up Ghost of a Chance by Katherine Garbera. One reader raves she was “hooked on the first page.” Or maybe you’re a fan of WWII stories with a little ghost action. If that’s the case, don’t miss Schooling in Murder by Andrew Taylor. “The ending is fantastic,” exclaims one reader.
Keep scrolling to discover our top eight new ghost books.
‘This Is Not a Ghost Story’ by Amerie
From Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Amerie comes a story centered around John, a man who becomes a celebrity after crossing over from the great unknown in modern-day Los Angeles. After a terrible shadow creature breaks in and forces John out of his house, he finds himself in California, living as a local celebrity. The only problem? John doesn’t know who he is or how he died, he just knows he wants to go back to where he came from—but he doesn’t know how to do that. A must-read tale centered around learning who you are and what it means to be alive.
What readers are saying: “This Is Not a Ghost Story is a terrific twist on the old haunted house ghost story tropes. I really enjoyed reading it and was compelled to finish it in one overnight reading session.”
‘Play Nice’ by Rachel Harrison
This instant New York Times bestseller follows stylist and influencer Clio Louise Barnes, who is scared to tell the world her best-kept secret: She grew up in a haunted house. After her parents divorced, Clio’s mother, Alex, moved her and her sisters into a house that supposedly had a demon in it—or so Alex claimed. Flash forward to present day, when Alex is found dead and Clio decides to return to the house and film some fixer-upper content, only to learn that maybe her mother wasn’t making up all those ghost stories after all. A moving novel centered around not judging things by how they look and trusting one’s gut.
What readers are saying: “This book has everything one with a spooky heart could ever desire. Demonic entity that thrives on chaos? Check. Family issues? Check. Strong female protagonist that also thrives on chaos? Check. How it showed misogyny in its rawest form and how the different characters dealt with it. Bravo, just bravo.”
‘The Haunting of Room 904’ by Erika T. Wurth
Unforgettable characters and thrilling plotlines abound in this novel by Erika T. Wurth. Olivia Becente was never supposed to have any sort of relationship with ghosts; that was her sister Naiche’s job. But after Naiche is found dead, Olivia finds herself seeing and hearing spirits wherever she goes. A few years later, still mourning her sister, Olivia has decided to embrace her talents and is now the most in-demand paranormal investigator in Colorado. Then she gets a call from the Brown Palace hotel, forcing her to t put her grief aside so she can figure out what really happened to her sister—before it’s too late.
What readers are saying: “If you’re a fan of books that make you want to Google more information, that give you gothic paranormal vibes and that evoke intense emotions, then this book is a must-read. It’s the kind of story that you just can’t put down, as you eagerly await the next twist and turn.”
‘Ghost of a Chance’ by Katherine Garbera
If you love swoon-worthy paranormal romances, be sure to check out Ghost of a Chance by Katherine Garbera. Kirsty Henson is a mystery writer who relies on one thing to keep her going: pretending she can talk to ghosts. Jasper Cotton, on the other hand, truly can talk to ghosts—specifically his college roommate, who’s trapped in his old physics book. Desperate for help, Jasper turns to Kirsty to figure out how to get the hauntings to stop, and that’s when secrets—and steamy moments—are revealed.
What readers are saying: “I was hooked on the first page and had a hard time putting this one down! I loved Kirsty and Jasper, both as a couple and individuals, they are both intelligent, considerate people with a lot in common.”
‘Schooling in Murder’ by Andrew Taylor
Fans of dazzling WWII sagas will adore this new novel by bestselling author Andrew Taylor. Set in 1945 England, it follows schoolteacher Annabel Warnock, who finds herself trapped in Monkshill Park School as a ghost. Seeing nothing else to do, she haunts the grounds, its students and staff—one of whom is a violent killer. What follows is a haunting battle filled with mystery and page-turning plot twists.
What readers are saying: “I was hooked from the first word: ‘Murder’ , what else could it be?! The plot is intricate, characters are well-crafted, the mood of the time is captured to perfection and the ending is fantastic.”
‘Asylum Hotel’ by Juliet Blackwell
Murder, mystery and mayhem come together in this thrilling novel by Juliet Blackwell. Aubrey Spencer loves taking pictures of old buildings, and one day while at the Hotel Seabrink she meets Dimitri Petroff—who ends up dead the next day. Desperate to learn what happened, Aubrey begins to dive into the life of Dimitri and the history of the hotel, and none of her previous adventures could prepare her for what she finds.
What readers are saying: “There is a lot happening in this book. Characters are murdered, ghosts are seen and heard, friendships are built. I enjoyed it all and will recommend this book to any of my thriller reading friends.”
‘The Last Spirits of Manhattan’ by John A. McDermott
Based on a true story, this historical fiction novel set in 1956 Manhattan follows Carolyn Banks after she finds herself at a party with Alfred Hitchcock. And if that weren’t enough, the party is at a haunted Upper East Side apartment where the ghosts seem to mingle with the guests. Now, Carolyn is forced to figure out what’s real, what’s made up and who she really is.
What readers are saying: “The Last Spirits of Manhattan is a hauntingly imaginative and beautifully written story that blurs the line between history, mystery and the supernatural. I absolutely loved how the author wove real people and real New York locations into the story—it gave everything a striking sense of realism and depth, making the ghostly moments feel even more alive.”
‘The Lady on Esplanade’ by Karen White
Karen White’s novels always leave you guessing until the last page, and her newest installment in her beloved Royal Street series—out November 4—is no different! Nola is ready to start over in New Orleans, and thanks to her, a new business turning haunted houses into high-end homes, that might be possible. That is, until she learns the house she’s currently working on is not only haunted, but is soon going to be home to Cooper Ravenel, the man who caused her first heartbreak. What follows is a battle of trying to figure out which ghosts you can outrun and which ones you can’t.
What early readers are saying: “Vengeful ghosts, psychic gifts, unsolved murder and house flipping in New Orleans. I sure hope there is another book coming after this one, because I want more!”
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