Supernatural Santa Cruz
-The Ultimate Edition ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: September 2026
307 pages
8.5 x 11 inches
Santa Cruz County has long been a place where the unexplained refuses to stay buried. From restless spirits and haunted hotels to mysterious creatures lurking in the redwoods and strange lights dancing across the night sky, this otherworldly region is filled with stories that continue to captivate believers and skeptics alike.
From the author of “Supernatural Santa Cruz” (2011), Aubrey Graves brings you the most comprehensive edition yet, featuring over one hundred haunted sites throughout Santa Cruz County. Journey through chilling ghost stories, historic hauntings, compelling eyewitness accounts, and forgotten local legends.
Explore additional dedicated chapters on Bigfoot, the Sea Monster of Monterey Bay, UFO sightings and experiences, along with haunted locations throughout the surrounding areas.
Many of these stories have endured for generations. Now it's your turn to discover why.
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Ghosts of the Famous ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: June 2020
307 pages
6 x 9 inches
Unwilling to leave the spotlight these prominent spirits continue to make their presence known. Read about the hauntings of Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Mark Twain, Charlie Chaplin, Harry Houdini, Patsy Cline, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, Lucile Ball, Frank Sinatra, John Wayne, Amy Winehouse, Johnny Cash, Robin Williams, Bela Lugosi, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and many more.
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The Santa Cruz Ghost Directory ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Illustrations by John Liberatore
Released: October, 2018
256 pages
5 x 8 inches
Santa Cruz definitely has it's share of hauntings, legends, and ghost stories, and this book covers just that. From the author of "Supernatural Santa Cruz," 2011, she brings to you the ultimate, updated guide covering over 70 of the top most haunted sites within Santa Cruz County.
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Serial Killers of
Santa Cruz ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: May 2020
177 pages
6 x 9 inches
In the 1970s, Santa Cruz, California endured a string of twenty seven brutal murders over the span of two and a half years, labeling the once safe beach town “Murder Capital of the World” and “Murdersville USA.”
This book goes into depth about the 1970s killers’ lives and their minds, along with details of the horrific and tragic murders they committed.
Other killers who terrorized the county in later years are also mentioned, such as, David Carpenter, the notorious Trail Side Killer; and local resident, Terry Childs, who took several lives in the late 80s and early 90s, that kept the “Murder Capital” reputation alive.
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The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland's HAUNTED Kingdom ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
First edition released: December, 2012
Second edition: June, 2017
136 pages
6 x 9 inches
Let paranormal investigator and researcher Aubrey Graves take you on a trip to visit Disneyland’s “otherworldly” cast members and guests. Many who work at and visit Disneyland have reported encountering ghosts and unexplainable phenomenon at the park.
The most frequent ghostly presence felt and seen within the gates of the Magic Kingdom is the legendary man, the visionary who invited ghosts into his wondrous and captivating world, Walt Disney himself.
Currently unavailable for purchase, but will be again soon in both hardcover and paperback.
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The Haunted
Brookdale Lodge ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: Jan, 2014
176 pages
6 x 9 inches
Surrounded by the redwoods in the Santa Cruz mountains in California, stands the mystifying, historic Brookdale Lodge, overflowing with spirits and residual energy of its haunted past. Filled with ghost stories, investigations, interviews, history, legends and more, this book shares some of what the world famous venue has to offer, phantoms and all. One thing’s for sure, when asking for spirits at the Brookdale Lodge, you may just get more than a shot of whiskey.
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History of the
Brookdale Lodge ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: 2017
70 pages
6 x 9 inches
Surrounded by tall redwood trees in the Santa Cruz Mountains stands the Historic Brookdale Lodge, known for its unique dining room with a creek flowing through it. With over a hundred years of history, the famed lodge has touched many hearts. Patrons from all over the world have traveled to visit the enchanted lodge, making memories that would last a lifetime.
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Supernatural Santa Cruz Second Edition ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: May, 2013
318 pages
6 x 9 inches
Introducing the second edition of the very first book dedicated to paranormal phenomenon in Santa Cruz, California. Enriched with ghost stories, interviews, paranormal investigations, Cryptozoology creatures, and more, Graves will take you on a mapped out tour of the county’s most haunted sites.
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BIGFOOT:
Newspaper Articles From Around The World ©
Compiled by Aubrey Graves
Released: 2021
444 pages
8.5 x 11 inches
Introducing the ultimate collection of newspaper clippings from around the globe, all with one main focus—the legendary Bigfoot. With hundreds of articles describing sightings, encounters, evidence of the hairy biped’s existence, and more, you may just find yourself believing.
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The California Ghost Directory ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Illustrations by Mike Espinosa
Released: Dec, 2014
300 pages
8.5 x 11 inches
From haunted parks to museums, eerie cemeteries and missions, stores, ghostly hotels, bars, restaurants, supernatural theaters and more; - this ghost directory covers over 350 haunted public sites within over 40 counties of the old golden state.
Currently unavailable for purchase
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A Santa Cruz
Ghost Story ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: Sep, 2013
80 pages
5 x 8 inches
While paranormal investigators Aubrey Graves and Melissa Urioste journeyed into the unknown late one night at Evergreen Cemetery in Santa Cruz, California, they made contact with the spirit of a lost pioneer woman who subsequently attached herself to the author for months. In this book, Aubrey shares her supernatural encounters, as well as the special bond and friendship she and the spirit created, which altered both of their futures forever.
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Paranormal Investigations of Santa Cruz County ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: June 2012
208 pages
7 x 9 inches
In Aubrey’s third book, you will get to know the author better and come to find out that not all ghosts are as scary as we’re made to believe in fiction novels. Based on paranormal investigations and experiences of Central Coast Paranormal Research Society’s Aubrey Graves and Melissa Urioste, this book includes web addresses of video footage from their explorations. With a complete directory of names and locations of over 55 haunted places in historic Santa Cruz County, additional chapters focus on ghost hunting tips, guidelines, and precautions. Journey with Aubrey and Melissa as they communicate with the other side, and discover more of what our future can hold after death.
Currently unavailable for purchase
Ghosts of Santa Clara County ©
Written by Aubrey Graves
Released: April, 2012
146 pages
5 x 8 inches
This book focuses on the area’s supernatural phenomena and its haunted historic past. From the Los Gatos Opera House to the Toys ‘R’ Us in Sunnyvale, CA, these eerie stories, investigations, interviews, and personal encounters will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The majority of these chilling tales were written from extensive research from books, websites and articles.
Currently unavailable for purchase