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"The Haunting of Sterben House," Shawn McLain on the Sunbury Press Books Show

June 13, 2025

Chloe Miller is dead, missing since 1932, with no body to be found. Her ghost, however, remains in Sterben House, and she is not alone. Despite her whispered warnings, people have come to live here, only to flee in terror from the evil that dwells within.

Still another family moves into Sterben House. Alex knows of Chloe's death and decides to solve the mystery. Will Chloe's spirit be freed, or will Alex stir the demon of Sterben House and suffer an even worse fate? So begins The Haunting of Sterben House: The Grey Girl Series Book One.

Shawn McLain has written since high school, when he authored short stories to entertain his friends and coworkers. He has written several fantasy and horror works, including Thorn, which can also be found on Sunbury's Hellbender Books imprint. You can find out more about Shawn and his writings at his website.