Published works
LANCASTER'S HAUNTED HERITAGE – Coming October 2010.
Paperback, Palatine Books, 2010.
Currently in production for 20010 release.
IT'S ONLY A MOVIE... ISN'T IT? - By Jason Day - The Amityville Horror by Jason Karl.
Paperback, Phantom Encounters Publishing, 2010.
Have you ever watched a movie that was based on a ‘true story’ and wondered just how true the story really was? In this book British paranormal researcher, investigator, broadcaster and author Jason Day delves into the paranormal movies that make these bold claims. Enlisting the help of paranormal investigators, monster hunters, ufologists,sceptics and mediums Jason compares the movies to the stories they are based upon and then investigates just how true the stories are themselves. With expert opinions from James Randi, Jason Karl, John Zaffis, Phil Whyman and many more professionals in the paranormal field this book sets out to answer the question we have all, at one time or another, asked ourselves after watching films such as The Amityville Horror, The Exorcism Of Emily Rose, Fire In The Sky and The Exorcist: It’s Only A Movie...Isn’t It?
CELEBRITIES FAVOURITE PETS - Featuring a segment by Jason Karl.
Hardback, Apex Publishing, 2010
Celebrities Favourite Pets has been put together in aid of the PDSA (People's Dispensary for Sick Animals) who provide free veterinary treatment to sick and injured animals. This fun book provides a fascinating insight into the favourite pets of people in the public eye and, along with the obvious choices, there are bound to be one or two surprises as we find out which animals celebrities choose to get close to. Hopefully the book will also get people thinking about the relationship we have with our pets. With a fitting forward by Bob Champion MBE, this book supports the work of the UK s leading veterinary charity and reminds us of the responsibility we all have towards ensuring that the nation s pets are happy and well looked after.
BLACKPOOL'S HAUNTED HERITAGE
Paperback, Palatine Books, 2009.
Discover the darker side of the UK’s scariest seaside town. In Blackpool’s Haunted Heritage, the second title in the ‘Haunted Heritage’ series, TV presenter Jason Karl and co-author Adele Yeomans unlock a Pandora’s box of horrible haunts and ghoulish ghosts; including the phantom of Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s infamous ‘Ghost Train’, and the manifestations of ancient Mains Hall.
THE SECRET WORLD OF WITCHCRAFT
Hardback, New Holland Publishers, 2008.
Jason Karl investigates pre-Christian religion and identifies different traditions of Witchcraft from times past and present. Part history book, part practical guidebook, this new look at Witchcraft introduces the reader to Gods and Goddesses, charms and magick making, in an accessible format that tempts the reader to find out more about this fascinating and secretive world.
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MILLENIUM GHOSTS
Hardback, New Holland Publishers, 2008.
In this new millennium dominated by logic and science, why is it that people's interest in ghosts and hauntings has never been greater? In ‘Millennium Ghosts’, paranormal author and TV presenter Jason Karl proves that ghost stories are alive and well in the modern world. He provides a collection of contemporary encounters, submitted by members of the public from Britain, France, Germany, the US and Australia. The book concentrates on eye-witness accounts and never-before published ghostly events that have taken place since the turn of the millennium. Organized by country and region and including vital information on ghost hunting groups active around the world, Jason Karl has used his global network of ghost hunting contacts to create a world-first collection, for every avid ghost fan to add to their library.
This special edition of ‘21st Century Ghosts’ is only available through Reader’s Digest.
AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF THE HAUNTED WORLD – USA Release
Hardback, Barnes & Noble, 2008.
Fascinating and terrifying in equal measure, ‘An Illustrated History of the Haunted World’ explores key events, haunted places, and important personalities in the paranormal world from all over the globe and throughout history, from the Pendle witches of the 17th century to the present-day media obsession with ghosts.
Opening with a history of hauntings throughout the ages, the book then delves into the origins of festivals that honour the dead and their links to the realm of the paranormal. An examination of ghost photography from a modern perspective follows, covering everything from renowned ‘ghost’ images to the less well-known, and various unexplained apparitions, including orbs, fogs, and vortices. The history of spirit communication is also revealed, providing a who's-who of key figures within the world of mediums and the paranormal, alongside a detailed look at the numerous methods and tools that have been employed to investigate supernatural occurrences over the centuries. The final section of the book looks at contemporary paranormal investigation, including current research techniques, the development of parapsychology as a science, media speculation, and popular fascination with anything ghostly.
Illustrated with over 150 intriguing photographs, some of which have never been seen before, this authoritative history of all things paranormal is a must for anyone with an interest in this fascinating subject.
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AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF THE HAUNTED WORLD
Hardback, New Holland Publishers, 2007.
Fascinating and terrifying in equal measure, ‘An Illustrated History of the Haunted World’ explores key events, haunted places, and important personalities in the paranormal world from all over the globe and throughout history, from the Pendle witches of the 17th century to the present-day media obsession with ghosts.
Opening with a history of hauntings throughout the ages, the book then delves into the origins of festivals that honour the dead and their links to the realm of the paranormal. An examination of ghost photography from a modern perspective follows, covering everything from renowned ‘ghost’ images to the less well-known, and various unexplained apparitions, including orbs, fogs, and vortices. The history of spirit communication is also revealed, providing a who's-who of key figures within the world of mediums and the paranormal, alongside a detailed look at the numerous methods and tools that have been employed to investigate supernatural occurrences over the centuries. The final section of the book looks at contemporary paranormal investigation, including current research techniques, the development of parapsychology as a science, media speculation, and popular fascination with anything ghostly.
Illustrated with over 150 intriguing photographs, some of which have never been seen before, this authoritative history of all things paranormal is a must for anyone with an interest in this fascinating subject.
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21ST CENTURY GHOSTS
Hardback, New Holland Publishers, 2007.
In this new millennium dominated by logic and science, why is it that people's interest in ghosts and hauntings has never been greater? In ‘21st Century Ghosts’, paranormal author and TV presenter Jason Karl proves that ghost stories are alive and well in the modern world. He provides a collection of contemporary encounters, submitted by members of the public from Britain, France, Germany, the US and Australia. The book concentrates on eye-witness accounts and never-before published ghostly events that have taken place since the turn of the millennium. Organized by country and region and including vital information on ghost hunting groups active around the world, Jason Karl has used his global network of ghost hunting contacts to create a world-first collection, for every avid ghost fan to add to their library.
To buy this book from Amazon click here: 21st Century Ghosts
PRESTON'S HAUNTED HERITAGE
Paperback, Carnegie Publishing/Palatine Books, 2007.
Genuine contemporary ghost stories are few and far between, but as the accounts in this thrilling book show, Preston and its surrounding area boast a plethora of spectres just waiting to be discovered by the brave - or the foolhardy! Join ghost hunter and TV presenter Jason Karl and Adele Yeomans as they visit sprawling halls, ancient manor houses, theatres, inns and haunted homes. Encounter a ghost caught on film, a haunted underground restaurant, a smelly apparition, a slip in time itself, and much more... Whether you believe in the spirit world or not, prepare to be entertained as you take a walk on the ‘other side’ in this spine tingling tour of Preston's haunted heritage. First in a series of ‘Haunted Heritage’ titles by Jason Karl and Adele Yeomans.
To buy this book from Carnegie Publishing click here: Preston's Haunted Heritage
THE HAUNTED PLACES OF LANCASHIRE
Paperback, Countryside Books, 2006.
Ghost hunter and TV presenter Jason Karl has travelled throughout Lancashire in search of paranormal encounters. He discusses an amazing range of haunted buildings, whose owners share with him their, often very personal, stories of the phantoms they have seen, heard or sensed. Many of the sites are open to the general public. The respected psychic medium Veronica Charles, with her uncanny ability for communicating with the supernatural world, accompanies Jason on many of his visits. The resulting book not only excites and entertains, but also teaches something of the 'other realm' that is beyond what most of us are able to experience. Jason Karl is a dedicated supernaturalist, who regularly appears on television and radio.
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JASON KARL'S GREAT GHOST HUNT – Paperback Edition
Paperback, New Holland Publishers, 2006
‘Jason Karl's Great Ghost Hunt’ is an exciting exploration of haunted sites throughout Britain, and is proof that even the most unlikely of places can be haunted! Written by ghost expert and TV presenter Jason Karl, the book is an engrossing and detailed account of what ghosts are, exhaustive lists of different genres of ghosts and paranormal phenomena, and how and where these can be found. The text is accompanied by fascinating photographs of spectral phenomena, and is packed with first-hand witness accounts of ghostly experiences in private homes, hotels, and castles. Many sites featured have been visited and 'inspected' by the author. This thorough and unique book also includes practical tips on ghost hunting, including useful equipment and how to conduct an investigation, with forms to record the experience. It is a fascinating and exhaustive guide to the unexplored world of the paranormal.
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JASON KARL'S GREAT GHOST HUNT
Hardback, New Holland Publishers, 2004
‘Jason Karl's Great Ghost Hunt’ is an exciting exploration of haunted sites throughout Britain, and is proof that even the most unlikely of places can be haunted! Written by ghost expert and TV presenter Jason Karl, the book is an engrossing and detailed account of what ghosts are, exhaustive lists of different genres of ghosts and paranormal phenomena, and how and where these can be found. The text is accompanied by fascinating photographs of spectral phenomena, and is packed with first-hand witness accounts of ghostly experiences in private homes, hotels, and castles. Many sites featured have been visited and 'inspected' by the author. This thorough and unique book also includes practical tips on ghost hunting, including useful equipment and how to conduct an investigation, with forms to record the experience. It is a fascinating and exhaustive guide to the unexplored world of the paranormal.
To buy this book from Amazon click here: Jason Karl's Great Ghost Hunt: A Spectral Journey Through Britain's Haunted Realms |
