Thorne Manor and other bizarre tales takes you on a journey through madness with haunted people and places. The reader enters a reality where the world only appears normal - underlying is a dark world of occult influence, dangerous beliefs, and fearsome energies. 206 pp These 7 page-turning tales appear in this collection: Thorne Manor: you are introduced to Heather, a woman trying to separate herself from an emotionally abusive ex-husband. While pursuing her dream of opening a business, she finds herself in an old, abandoned mansion that houses a sinister secret. Guardian at the Gate: where a demon with plans to take over the world is given a leadership makeover. The Black Sheep: in which a troubled, clairaudient girl rejects her psychotherapist when a new spirit begins to counsel her. The Quiet Neighbors: in which a housewife's first attempt at witchcraft backfires. By Invitation Only: where a grieving pet owner is visited by an unusual creature. Dream State: where a woman's dreams become deadly reality. Good Riddance: in which a man's hatred for cats creates an unexpected result. Readers Rave: "e;I love your stories! So good and engaging! I couldn't put [Thorne Manor] down. -- Misha H, Portland, OR "e;I loved Thorne Manor ... actually could not stop reading it. Was well written and kept my attention from the beginning. I liked the short stories as well."e; -- Sue W., Abington, PA "e;I loved it [The Black Sheep]! You did a great job at creating scenes and amy's thought. Great story, creepy."e; -- Donnie M., Philadelphia, PA From Modern History Press