Hollow Hill is one of the Internet’s oldest and most respected websites about ghosts and haunted places.  It was created by Fiona Broome, who wrote almost all of the more than 700 articles at this website.

Our ghost photos are our own, copyrighted pictures, and they’re free for you to view but not to copy.  Unless otherwise noted, nothing has been altered with Photoshop or any other graphics program.

All of our reports and ghost stories are original to Hollow Hill.

FAQs

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The following are questions we receive most frequently, as well as our usual replies.

1. My house is haunted. Can you help?

Fiona Broome doesn’t  investigate private homes.

For help with any private residence or business, Fiona has written a step-by-step guide, “Is Your House Haunted?”

You can also check with professional paranormal investigators in your area.

Be sure to ask for references, and check them. Ask other professionals for their honest opinions, too… not just the fans of the specialist you’re considering.  (Please watch out for scams and con artists in this field. Some of them are very good at fooling people.)

If the situation is extreme or possibly dangerous:

If you think you may be in danger, contact the police immediately.

If you are afraid of a possible ghost in your home, contact your priest, minister, or other trusted spiritual leader.

If you may be dealing with a demon, we recommend John Zaffis and PRSNE (203) 375-6083, Peter Haviland, and NEAR.

If paranormal problems are affecting your family — especially if children are at risk — we recommend Peter Haviland at Lone Star Spirits Paranormal Investigators.  His unique approach to poltergeist issues makes him our first choice for those kinds of phenomena.  (He is very busy.  If a child is at risk, contact the demonologists listed above.)

Important: Demon attacks don’t occur suddenly.  If it’s actually a demon, the problem appeared gradually.

Any symptoms or issues that seemed to appear suddenly and out of nowhere… the answer is probably something else, not a demon.

For ghost issues, contact non-profit groups associated with the TAPS family of investigators.

2. I need help.  Please call me at [phone number] immediately.

Hollow Hill is an information resource about ghosts and haunted places.  We don’t call people.

If you are frightened or you might be in danger, ask for help in your community. Ask immediately, not tomorrow or the next day, or “if it doesn’t get better.”

Ghosts are spirits, so — if it might be a ghost or a demon — you should contact someone who deals with spiritual matters:  A priest, minister, rabbi, or other member of the clergy.

If a family member seems physically afflicted, call a doctor immediately.

If you aren’t sure what’s going on, but think you’re in physical danger, leave your home immediately and call the police. It’s possible that someone — living, not dead — is behind the problem.

3. Can you look at my photo and tell me if it’s a ghost?

No. If you’re not sure if your photo shows a ghost, review Fiona’s articles at the Ghost Photography 101 section of this website.  There, you’ll see examples of very normal explanations of odd images in photos, and learn tips for spotting what’s paranormal.

4. Do you teach classes?

Fiona offers a free beginner’s ghost hunting course, and has written and contributed to many books.   She makes few public appearances.

5. Can someone from Hollow Hill speak at our event?  Can you promote our great event?

No.  Fiona is a researcher and writer.  She rarely appears in public.

We do not promote events.

6. Can I go on a ghost hunt with you?

No.  Fiona does not organize ghost hunts.  Since mid-2011,  most of her paranormal work focuses on research and writing.

7. I’m under 18 and my parents don’t want me to go ghost hunting.  What can I do?

Most reputable ghost hunting groups won’t work with anyone under age 18 unless his or her parents sign a release… or even accompany the young adult on ghost hunts.

It’s not about the competence of young adults. Many people under age 18 are excellent psychics and ghost hunters.  However, we have to be careful of liability issues, especially if the minor’s parents are opposed to ghost hunting.

During 2009, at least two people in this field were discovered to be convicted child molesters.  That’s the kind of danger a group or event organizer cannot risk.

If you’re determined to begin ghost hunting, find a good local group and ask them to help with your parents.There are risks involved in ghost hunting.  It’s important to work with an experienced group and learn the basics.

No one should go ghost hunting alone, regardless of their age.  Likewise, it’s vital to begin your ghost hunting with a team that has years of experience.  They’ll teach you how to be safe, and they’ll teach you how to get the most out of your ghost investigations.

8. I’m a TV producer and I need advice, a story, a location, a guest, or a star for our show.

Thanks for asking, but — with few exceptions — Fiona avoids the entertainment business.

9. I need a radio or podcast guest. It’ll be great publicity for you.

Due to a busy research & writing schedule, Fiona rarely gives interviews.

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