Pat Fitzhugh

A new form is now available to streamline the booking process for Pat Fitzhugh’s appearances. The form allows organizers to submit the essential information required to evaluate an event and generate an accurate quote. Providing these details ensures that appearances and presentations align with the organizer’s specific goals and schedules. All requests should be submitted via the following link…

If 2025 felt like a blur of highways, event halls, and signed books, that’s because it was! 😅 This past year, I traveled more than usual, sharing paranormal stories and insight, talking strange things, and meeting and learning from people across multiple states. A good adventure, indeed! Huge thanks to every organizer and attendee! 🙏 This year’s roadwork was packed: – Arkansas Paranormal Expo…

Join me tonight–Thursday November 20th–for a dynamic conversation with Miranda Young of Ghost Biker Explorations. We will discuss my career as an author, researcher, and investigator. It promises to be an informative and lively chat! Tune in tonight at 9 PM Eastern / 8 PM Central. Listen live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ghostbiker6662 or Facebook:…

The greatest part of any great event is the people. So, I’ll start there. I’d like to thank Rhonda Smeltzer Burton and team for putting on such a great event, and Heather Amaro for such a fine job of hosting it. And of course, Tina Scalf and Adrian Scalf, for seeing to it that I am where I need to be and doing what I need to do, and for being great long-term friends in the paranormal field. It’s…

What a whirlwind two days in Water Valley, Mississippi! My recent events were a huge success, thanks to everyone who came out to discuss the chilling history of the Bell Witch. Thursday Night: The Civic Auditorium Thursday night’s lecture moved to the spacious Civic Auditorium—a huge, 600-seat venue. While it understandably wasn’t a packed house, a good crowd still showed up, ready to delve deep…

What a genuinely fantastic evening we had on October 11th at “Historic Collinsville!” Happening near Clarksville, Tennessee, the Bell Witch lecture, book signing, meet-and-greet, and lantern tour was a truly special event. The conditions were perfect: a crisp, dark night, and an amazing turnout of inquiring minds, ready to dive into haunted history. It was great seeing some familiar faces.…

I just got back from an incredible weekend at Goblin Con 2025 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and I’m still buzzing! This event, held in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the legendary Kelly / Green Men incident, was truly one for the books. First off, a huge shout-out to the organizers—the event was well-organized from start to finish. With a fantastic array of vendors, side events for VIPs,…

Yesterday, I spent the day at the West Kentucky Paranormal Expo in Mayfield, Kentucky. The experience was overwhelmingly positive, a true testament to the dedication of organizers Kent Wilson and his family, along with the many helpers who assisted them. They put together a truly great event, which saw a steady stream of attendees throughout the day. Making Connections The energy in the room felt…

The Bell Witch legend has fascinated me for many years, and sharing its history and stories with others is one of my lifelong passions. I am coming to Springfield, TN for a book signing and meet-greet event. This will be a great opportunity to meet in person and discuss the Bell Witch or other paranormal topics one-on-one. I hope to meet you there! This event is part of the 15th annual “Art in…

The Bell Witch legend has fascinated me for many years, and sharing its history and stories with others is one of my lifelong passions. I am coming to Water Valley, MS for a lecture, book signing, and meet-and-greet event. This event is a chance to step back into early Tennessee history and hear the stories that have kept the Bell Witch alive for more than two centuries. We’ll walk through the…

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be appearing at the West Kentucky Paranormal Expo this fall for a special event you won’t want to miss! For almost 47 years, I’ve researched and written about one of America’s most enduring supernatural mysteries—the Bell Witch of Tennessee. This September, I’ll be bringing that knowledge, along with stories, history, and personal insights, to Mayfield,…

I’m heading to Water Valley, Mississippi, on Thursday and Friday, October 23 and 24, and I hope to see you there. Since 1978, my research into the Bell Witch has been a central part of my life. This story is more than a historical haunting; it’s a window into 19th-century life, a powerful family drama, and one of the most compelling paranormal cases on record. I’ve spent years poring over the…

For over two centuries, the Bell Witch legend has haunted Tennessee’s Red River area—its roots tangled in shadows, its truth cloaked in whispers. Paranormal believers and skeptics have long drawn their battle lines, each offering theories to explain what might have plagued the Bell family in the early 1800s and given rise to the epic legend that we know today. But what if both sides missed…

The Bell Witch doesn’t just haunt the pages of old books—she lingers in the air, especially in places that still respect the weight of a chilling story. This spring, I had the opportunity to give lecture and book signing events in two Kentucky towns that understand the draw of folklore and love a ghost story: Paducah and Hopkinsville. Each event had its own tone—one shaped by weather, the other…

Hello Friends and Enemies: In the digital age, folklore travels faster than ever—and often strays far from its roots along the way. Case in point: the Bell Witch legend. A haunting tale with deep historical roots in early 19th-century Tennessee, the Bell Witch has found a second life on YouTube, where a flood of videos over the last three years has twisted the narrative beyond serious…

Paranormal investigations often captivate the imagination. The allure of ghostly whispers, shadowy apparitions, and unexplained phenomena can be thrilling. But to genuinely investigate the unknown, critical thinking is indispensable. Without it, we risk turning curiosity into credulity, undermining not only the quality of our evidence but also the credibility of our efforts. Let’s explore why…

The painstaking task of updating the “Bio” section–the first major update in over a decade–is now complete. Current photos, both of events and myself, are scheduled for inclusion later this winter. Updated Bio