Free for all Friday: Stepping Into Christmas with Crafty Spirit!

Posted on November 7, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

Can you feel it? The festive season is tiptoeing closer, and I’m already humming Christmas tunes at work!

This week the Christmas playlist began in the discount store where I work as a store assistant, and let’s just say—I’ve decided to Step Into Christmas! (If you know which store I’m talking about, drop your guess in the comments—the clue is in the song!)

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Free for all Friday: Stepping Into Christmas with Crafty Spirit! 🎄✨

Stepping Into Christmas with Crafty Spirit!

Last weekend I enjoyed a fabulous day out at the Creative Crafts Show at the NEC in Birmingham with my mum and my daughters. We somehow accidentally wandered into the Christmas Gifts Show and were completely swallowed up by tinsel, treats, and twinkling lights! It was a magical surprise. We browsed endless craft stalls, admired the incredible 3D printers, marvelled at the art installations, and picked up plenty of ideas for future projects. I stocked up on new paper supplies for my scrapbooks and treated myself to a few much-needed tools.

Christmas was everywhere at the show—festive yarn, sparkling decorations, handmade gifts, and gorgeous wrapping inspiration. The creative energy was contagious, and it inspired me to add a little personal touch to my own festive preparations this year.

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In our digital world, a hand-stamped card feels genuine and heartfelt. It’s a lovely way to show that you’ve put thought and love into every detail.

Personal Handmade Magic

So this weekend, as I sip my hot chocolate and plan my next batch of Christmas crafts, I’ll be thinking about all the little touches that make the season shine. Whether you’re creating cards, wrapping gifts, or decorating your home—let’s bring back that personal, handmade magic!

🎄 Have you started your Christmas crafting yet? Share your favourite festive projects in the comments below!

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Witchy Wednesday: Reflecting Under the November Full Moon 🌕✨

Posted on November 5, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

Another turn of the wheel, another full moon rising — and what a year it has been!

As we step into the dark half of the year, I find myself craving quiet, introspection, and a little moonlit magic.

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Witchy Wednesday: Reflecting Under the November Full Moon 🌕✨

Reflecting Under the November Full Moon

This November full moon is the perfect time for rest and renewal. After months of activity, travel, and connection, I feel ready to pause and honour the lessons I’ve gathered along the way. The energy of this moon feels deeply grounding — it calls us to look inward, to release what no longer serves us, and to nurture what truly matters.

For me, that means stepping back from the noise, lighting a few candles, and reconnecting with the witch within. It means honouring myself for all that I’ve achieved this year, even the small things that might have gone unnoticed in the rush of life.

Do you feel the same?

If you feel the same pull, here are a few gentle ways to work with the November full moon energy this week:

🌕 Reflect and release: Write down what you’ve carried this year that feels heavy or complete. Burn the list safely or bury it beneath the earth, symbolising release and closure.

🌿 Ground and centre: Work with earthy crystals like smoky quartz, hematite, or obsidian. Sit in meditation, feel your connection to the earth, and let the moonlight cleanse your energy.

🕯️ Honour yourself: Create a small ritual of self-appreciation. Light a candle, speak your own name aloud, and thank yourself for surviving, striving, and growing. You are your own magic.

💫 Dream and prepare: Use this quiet lunar energy to dream of what comes next. The dark months ahead are perfect for planning, spell weaving, and tending the seeds of your next transformation.

Beauty and Power in Darkness

As the November full moon shines bright, remember that even in darkness, there is beauty and power. Rest if you need to. Dream if you wish. And never forget — the witch’s light always shines within.

Blessed full moon, my friends. 🌕💜

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Mummy Monday: The Dad Game Night Contract

Posted on November 3, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

Family game nights are back on the agenda this November as we settle into cosy evenings and festive fun. During our recent half-term break, my youngest daughter surprised us all with her creativity and humour — she wrote an official “Dad Game Night Contract” to keep the peace (and the laughter!) flowing. It turned our regular family competition into a night to remember!

From The Logo Game to Scream and Spot the Intro, there was plenty of fun, laughter, and a few dramatic defeats. Here’s how our family game night turned into one of our favourite holiday memories.

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Mummy Monday: The Dad Game Night Contract

The Dad Game Night Contract

Half-term holidays are always a bit chaotic in our house, but this October my youngest daughter outdid herself with a stroke of comic genius. In preparation for our family game night, she decided to create an official contract for her dad — complete with signature lines and a rule that if he got grumpy, the opposing team would move one step closer to victory! She even made him sign it before we began, and I have to say, watching her deliver the document with a serious face was absolutely hilarious. Even he had to smile at her initiative (and admit defeat before the first dice roll!).

We kicked off with The Logo Game, where I claimed victory — clearly, years of supermarket runs and online shopping have given me an edge when it comes to brand knowledge. Then came Scream, a fast-paced horror-themed app game that had us all jumping and laughing (and, ultimately, all dying!). Dad struggled with the tech element — perhaps that contract should have included a “no app complaints” clause! Finally, we finished with Spot the Intro, and this was Dad’s moment to shine. Being a musician, he easily outplayed us all, guessing every song before the rest of us had a chance.

Precious Moments

These little moments are so precious. Family game night has become an important ritual for our girls, giving us time together away from screens and distractions. With Dad working long hours most days, it’s often the only chance they get to spend proper quality time with him — and if that means enforcing a “No Grumps” clause, so be it!

Now that we’re heading into November, the girls are already making their Christmas wish list of new games to add to our growing collection. I can’t wait to see what they choose next — though I suspect Dad may be a bit wary of signing any more contracts before we start playing!

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Free for All Friday: A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls by Fiona Dodwell – Review

Posted on October 31, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

As the Halloween season reaches its peak and the veil between worlds grows thin, it feels only fitting to spend some time in the company of our favourite haunted playthings… and I’m not talking about my own dolls this time!

This week, I’m thrilled to share my review of A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls by fellow paranormal investigator and author Fiona Dodwell.

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Free for All Friday: A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls by Fiona Dodwell – Review 🎃 🕯️

My Review

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It was a delightful distraction from the mundane day-to-day as I delved into the eerie world of famous haunted dolls from history. Fiona takes us on a fascinating journey through the origins of well-known urban myths, spooky legends, and even shares a few ghost stories inspired by dolls themselves.

The book strikes a perfect balance between research and storytelling — lighthearted yet chilling, and packed with paranormal trivia that will keep you turning the pages long into the night. Fiona’s voice feels warm and familiar, like chatting with a fellow investigator over a cup of tea after a night of ghost hunting. Her enthusiasm for the subject shines through every chapter, and her personal insight gives this book a truly human (and spooky) touch.

Whether you’re a collector, a paranormal enthusiast, or simply a fan of haunted tales, this book offers the perfect Halloween treat. I loved learning about both the infamous dolls (hello, Robert and Annabelle!) and some that were new to me, like Mandy and Okiku. It’s the kind of book that will have you side-eyeing your toy shelf for days afterwards… in the best possible way!

A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls is a delightfully upbeat yet spine-tingling read — ideal for Halloween and the long, dark winter nights to come.

About the Book

A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls by Fiona Dodwell
Silent Stares and Malevolent Whispers from Possessed Dolls

Robert. Annabelle. Peggy. The very names of these dolls can strike fear into your heart. Fiona Dodwell, who has been gripped by the idea of spirit-possessed dolls for years, dives into real-world and fictional examples of toys gone bad — playthings meant to comfort children but instead make life a living hell.

Fiona presents a comprehensive collection of true-life cases of haunted dolls, including lesser-known ones such as Mandy and Okiku. She also explores the killer dolls that have inspired endless horror movies and books. To chill your spine even further, Fiona shares interviews with Child’s Play writer and director Don Mancini, actress Jennifer Tilly, Patti Negri of Ghost Adventures, Jayne Harris of Help! My House Is Haunted, and many more.

Creepy, addictive, and meticulously researched, this book takes paranormal enthusiasts on a thrilling journey into the dark and fascinating world of haunted dolls.
Includes a foreword by Fred Batt, demonologist on Most Haunted.

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🎃 Perfect reading for Halloween night! Grab your copy of A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls and prepare for goosebumps, giggles, and a few nervous glances at your own collection of curiosities…

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Witchy Wednesday: The Ancestors Whisper at Hallam Mill

Posted on October 29, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

Samhain is almost upon us, dear readers, and I can feel the ancestral pull growing stronger with every flicker of candlelight.

This is the season when the veil between worlds becomes whisper-thin, when the spirits draw close to offer guidance, wisdom, and perhaps a little mischief.

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Witchy Wednesday: The Ancestors Whisper at Hallam Mill 🌙✨

The Ancestors Whisper at Hallam Mill

Last weekend, my ghostie girlies and I joined our friends, the Paranormal Penny Pinchers, for a séance at the legendary Hallam Mill in Stockport — one of those places where the atmosphere hums with unseen energy the moment you step inside. We went expecting to meet the resident ghosts that so many investigators have reported before us. But as is often the way with the spirit world, the evening took an unexpected turn…

When the lights dimmed and our circle began, the energy shifted dramatically. Instead of the building’s usual spectral tenants, a presence stepped forward that felt deeply personal — familiar, even. As we worked with our dowsing rods and spirit boxes, a voice came through that seemed to echo straight through my bones. I can’t explain it, but I knew this spirit wasn’t a stranger.

Ancestor from my Mother’s Side

The words were few, the sensations intense. My heart raced, and a sudden chill swept over me, yet I felt comforted rather than afraid. It seems that my visitor might be an ancestor from my mother’s side, a guide reaching through the veil to remind me of who I am and where I come from. There’s research to be done — names, old family stories, perhaps even a forgotten photograph tucked away in a dusty album.

My ghostie girlies were as intrigued as I was, watching the EMF meter flicker with excitement as our unseen guest lingered. We ended the session with gratitude, leaving offerings of love and light for all the spirits who joined us that night.

Prepare for Samhain

Now, as I prepare for Samhain and the family’s Halloween celebrations — costumes, sweets, and laughter aplenty — I also make time for quiet reflection. I’ll light a candle for my ancestors, especially the mysterious guide who made themselves known at Hallam Mill.

Perhaps they’ll visit again when the veil opens fully on All Hallows’ Eve.

Blessed be, and may your own spirit guides walk beside you this Samhain. 🌙✨

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Mummy Monday: When the Haunted Doll Spoke at the Book Extravaganza 👻

Posted on October 27, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

This week we’re counting down to Halloween, and of course, the spooks are already getting involved!

Last weekend, my daughter and I attended the Book Extravaganza event in Market Harborough. It was hosted in a lovely old hotel, complete with creaky floors, dark corners, and that deliciously eerie atmosphere that sets my paranormal senses tingling. We were there to promote my spooky novels—vampires, werewolves, witches, and all—but little did we know that one of our own haunted companions had a surprise planned!

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When the Haunted Doll Spoke

We took along one of our haunted dolls, Selena, just for company (and maybe a little moral support). Things were fairly quiet during the early afternoon, so while other vendors chatted with visitors, we decided to liven things up a bit. Out came the EMF meter and Spirit Talker app—our trusty tools for spirit communication.

At first, nothing happened. Then the EMF started flickering, lights pulsing like it was trying to get our attention. The Spirit Talker app chimed with a few random words, but then things started to fit together. We asked if it was Selena with us, and the responses became more direct—her name, familiar phrases, and even what felt like a little attitude! Whether it was our doll reaching out or a passing ghost intrigued by the energy in the room, the atmosphere shifted from mundane to mystical in an instant.

It turned our rather dull day at work into an unexpected mini ghost hunt right there among the book stalls. Other authors and visitors stopped to watch, curious about what we were doing. A few even leaned in to ask questions about haunted dolls and paranormal investigation—proving once again that you never know when the spooks will decide to speak!

Keep Your Senses Open

So, as we glide toward Halloween night, remember to keep your senses open and your energy grounded. Spirits can (and often do) appear when you least expect them. 🎃

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Stay spooky,
Catherine (aka Spooky Mrs Green) 🕯️

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Free for All Friday: When True Crime Meets the Paranormal

Posted on October 24, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

There’s something about the dark and mysterious that always draws us in. Whether it’s a cold case from decades past, a haunted house with a tragic history, or the whispered name of a killer whose crimes still echo through time—true crime and the paranormal have always been uneasy companions.

Both explore the shadowy corners of humanity, asking the same haunting questions: What really happened here? and Why won’t the dead rest?

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When True Crime Meets the Paranormal

As a paranormal investigator and lifelong seeker of truth, I’ve often found that reported hauntings are rooted in history’s darker moments. Murder, betrayal, and sudden death leave behind powerful imprints. When we step into old prisons, derelict mansions, or forgotten graveyards, we are not only chasing ghosts—we’re also brushing against the lingering energy of true human suffering. Sometimes, the stories we uncover are more tragic than terrifying.

And yet, there’s a reason people are fascinated by true crime. It’s not just morbid curiosity. Many of us are drawn to understand the psychology of those who commit terrible acts, or the resilience of those who survive them. We want to make sense of chaos, to impose order on fear. It’s the same impulse that drives us to communicate with spirits: we want answers. We want truth.

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🌑 Witchy Wednesday: Unbinding the Cloak of Invisibility

Posted on October 22, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

We have entered the Dark Moon once again — that sacred pause between endings and beginnings when the world holds its breath. The sky is empty, the light withdrawn, and the veil between worlds feels paper thin. For me, this lunar moment has always been the true witch’s moon. It is not the time for gentle wishes or soft manifestations. It is the time for reckoning.

Lately, I have felt that the world refuses to see me. My words fall into silence, my books sit unread, my voice echoes into the void. Every rejection, every unanswered message, every closed door whispers the same story — you are invisible. But tonight, I call an end to that story.

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🌑 Witchy Wednesday: Unbinding the Cloak of Invisibility

Unbinding the Cloak of Invisibility

This Dark Moon in Libra carries the energy of balance and revelation. It shines not in the sky but within us, urging us to see the hidden patterns of power that keep us small. Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and harmony, yet this moon is no soft goddess — she is the mirror that reflects truth, whether we wish to see it or not.

So, to all my fellow dark magicians, occultists, ghost hunters, and shadow-workers who walk between the worlds — I say this: the time of invisibility is over.

We are the ones who whisper to the dead, who feel the pulse of unseen forces, who sense the energy shift in every haunted corridor. We read the signs others dismiss. We carry magic in our bones. Yet, too often, the mundane world tells us to hide it, to shrink, to fit their template of normality.

No more.

Tonight, I have crafted a sigil — the Eye of Truth — to break that old enchantment of invisibility. The sigil holds the energy of the crescent moon, the all-seeing eye, the flame of spirit, and the spiral of rebirth. It is a spell of awakening, a symbol of power reclaimed. I charge it under this Dark Moon with the intention to be seen, heard, and recognised for my truth and my magic.

If you, too, have felt unseen or unheard — if your art, your writing, your healing, your investigations, your light have been hidden behind the veil — this is your moment to rise.

Claim your space

Light your candle. Speak your name. Claim your space.
You are the storm, the flame, the eye that sees in darkness.

To the witches, the mystics, the seekers, and the haunted — may this Dark Moon lift your cloak and reveal your brilliance. The world needs our magic now more than ever.

Blessed be.
🖤
Catherine, SpookyMrsGreen

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Mummy Monday: Brad the Influencer by William Miller – Review 🎃🩸

Posted on October 20, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

It’s officially spooky season, and I’ve been diving into some fang-tastically weird reads lately!

This week’s book took me on a wild ride through fame, politics, and vampire chaos — and honestly, I’m still not sure what just happened.

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Brad the Influencer by William Miller – Review

My Review of Brad the Influencer: Death, Taxes, Vampires, Politics by William Miller

Where do I even begin with this one? Imagine a world where your favourite twentieth-century rockstars are secretly vampires… then throw in some ancient undead “influencers” who basically run the world, and you’ve got yourself a blood-soaked satire that’s equal parts absurd and entertaining.

The story follows Brad (or maybe Keith), a hapless new vampire and social media darling, as he’s dragged through a world of eternal politics, dark humour, and bureaucratic nightmare fuel. The satire hits hard — fame, greed, corruption, and all the nonsense of modern influencer culture are fair game here.

I didn’t really connect with any of the characters (they’re all delightfully terrible people), but I did enjoy the vampire hunter, James. He’s straight out of one of my favourite 90s Hollywood vampire flicks — can you guess which one? Tell me in the comments below! 🦇

The author’s tongue-in-cheek commentary made me smirk more than once, but honestly, this book was a tough one to love. It’s bonkers, messy, and unapologetically chaotic — perfect for readers who like their humour dark and their vampires ridiculous. For me, it wasn’t the best book I’ve read this year… but it definitely fits the Halloween mood.

About the Book

A savage satire of fame, undeath, and the deeply occult machinery of modern politics and social media mind-melting.

When a world-famous rock star named Keith makes a drunken bet with vampires on the moonlit beaches of Cancún, he doesn’t expect to wake up undead — or unemployed. Instead of eternal rock-and-roll glory, he’s dumped into vampire bureaucracy and assigned to babysit Brad, a clueless influencer turned bloodsucker.

Together, they must survive campaign rallies, blood-soaked boardrooms, and a conspiracy that could end the world (or at least cancel their careers).

Perfect for fans of Christopher Moore, Terry Pratchett, and Heide Goody, this one’s a witty, weird, and wickedly satirical romp through undead celebrity culture.

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🦇 Mummy’s Verdict


Read this one if you fancy something offbeat and absurd for spooky season — best enjoyed with a glass of red (wine or otherwise) under a flickering candlelight!

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Free for all Friday: My Grimmfest Horror Weekend in Manchester 🎬🩸

Posted on October 17, 2025 by SpookyMrsGreen

Last weekend I had the absolute pleasure of attending the Grimmfest horror film festival in Manchester in my capacity as Paranormal Author Catherine Green.

The event took place at the Odeon cinema on Deansgate, right in the heart of the city centre, and I was part of the alternative market hosted by Stockport Alternative Markets.

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My Grimmfest Horror Weekend in Manchester

While festivalgoers were busy enjoying the latest indie horror releases, I had my stall set up with my vampire and werewolf novels, chatting with fellow horror fans during the intermissions. I met so many wonderful people who share my love of dark stories, Gothic thrills, and all things spooky. Their enthusiasm reminded me exactly why I do what I do — writing, creating, and connecting with a community that celebrates the macabre with such passion!

Sadly, I didn’t have time to sit and watch the films myself this time, but that didn’t stop me from making a list of must-see titles based on recommendations from everyone I spoke to. There’s nothing like hearing first-hand which films made people laugh, squirm, or jump out of their seats!

Back to the Old Days

It also took me back to my university days studying Film Studies, where I spent far too many nights analysing classic slasher movies from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s — from Halloween and A Nightmare on Elm Street to Scream and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Those stories undoubtedly influenced my own writing style and my fascination with the blurred lines between horror and desire, fear and fascination.

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An Incredible Weekend

It was an incredible weekend surrounded by kindred spirits, from die-hard horror fans to independent creators like me. Events like Grimmfest remind me that the horror community is alive, creative, and endlessly inspiring. I’m already looking forward to next year — and in the meantime, I’ll be catching up on those must-watch horror films with a copy of Empire magazine by my side.

Stay spooky,
Catherine xx

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