Friday, January 5, 2024

The Ghost of Shantel Thompson by Curtis Maynard



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Welcome to It's Raining Books. What is something you’ve lied about?
My age. Wouldn’t I really like to be younger.

Who is the last person you hugged?
My wife.

What are you reading now?
Actually writing to much to read right now.

How do you come up with the titles to your books?
I visualize like a movie and title it like one.

Share your dream cast for your book.
I would love to write a book and use Mike Piazza, former baseball player, in it. I would write about his fabulous career and how he barely got into the league, but went on to be one of, if not the best, hitting catchers.

When the Riggs family in Mobile, Alabama, faced the mysterious death of their adoptive daughter Shantel Thompson, they never imagined her ghost would linger for decades…

In Curtis Maynard's heart-stopping paranormal thriller, 'The Ghost of Shantel Thompson,' a new family, fifty years later, grapples with a haunting legacy where the line between life and death is hauntingly thin.

Just as they begin to settle into their new life, their own young daughter is gripped by chilling visions of Shantel. It's not just fleeting shadows—she's entangled in a vengeful spirit's relentless quest for justice, a quest that spans generations.

As whispers from the grave reveal long-hidden secrets, this new family faces a terrifying truth: some ghosts refuse to be silenced. Now, they must confront the mystery of Shantel's death before her ghostly agenda consumes them all.

Dare to uncover the truth? 'The Ghost of Shantel Thompson' awaits to send shivers down your spine


Read an Excerpt

Reacting swiftly, Damian lunged out of bed and rushed to Sarah's side, using his body as a shield between Alicia and her mother. "Alicia? Alicia?" he repeated, his voice desperate, hoping to break the hold of whatever trance had possessed her.

Alicia blinked, her eyes refocusing as she met her father's gaze. "Dad?" Her voice was calm, confusion evident in her tone. She glanced down at the knife in her hand. "What happened?"

"That's what we want to know," Damian replied, his voice filled with concern. "Your mother woke up and saw you standing over her with a knife."

Alicia's gaze shifted to Sarah, who sat trembling on the bed. "I don't remember coming in here. I don't know where I got the knife from." She looked back at her father. "I must've been sleepwalking again."

"What's the last thing you remember?" Damian asked, a trace of suspicion in his voice.

Alicia's mind raced, searching for a plausible explanation. She couldn't afford to be caught in the act of sneaking into their room. "I... I remember a nightmare. Yes, that's what it was. I was sleeping, and I had a nightmare. I didn't know what was going on. And the next thing I know, you're shaking me awake."

Relieved by Alicia's explanation, Damian gently took the knife from her hand. "Let me just take this from you," he said, his tone soothing. "And let's get you back into bed."

About the Author:
Curtis Maynard is an independent filmmaker, screenwriter, and author passionate about suspenseful storytelling. Enthralled by the paranormal, his mysteries and thrillers feature everything from hauntings and visions to cryptic messages from beyond the grave. Curtis currently resides with his wife and son in Alabama, a setting rich with inspiration for his novels and short films. He hopes his stories will leave you spellbound, disquieted, and suspicious of the slightest shuddering shadow.

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Curtis-Maynard/author/B07PQ88PSZ
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The book is available through Kindle Unlimited or on Amazon for only $0.99.
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Shantel-Thompson-Curtis-Maynard-ebook/dp/B0CPCJFM6B


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6 comments:

  1. Thank you for hosting my book!

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  2. The excerpt sounds really good. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. This seems like it is an excellent read.

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  4. This looks like a fantastic novel. Thanks for hosting this giveaway.

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  5. Thanks for sharing the excerpt. Sounds good.

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