Ain't No Chicken Bone Strong Enough: Hood Tales from the House That Wouldn't Shut Up

By Teresa Brown

What happens when the scariest thing in your house ain't the ghosts-it's your own family?

Welcome to Big Mama's home, where the gospel is loud, the chicken is seasoned, and even the haunting gotta respect the side-eye. If Jordan Peele's Get Out spent a week in your Black auntie's living room, you'd get this side-splitting, Southern, and absolutely original horror-comedy about a family that can't be broken-even by the wildest spirits.

Inside you'll meet:

Big Mama: Queen of the house, professional prayer warrior, and certified ghost negotiator.

Jasmine: Social media star, prank master, and the only one bold enough to live-stream a haunting.

Ray: The self-proclaimed "ghost hunter" who's really just tryna avoid chores.

Bentley the dog: Smarter than Ray, sassier than Jasmine, and the real MVP when the haunting starts acting up.

From self-delivering mail and gossiping kitchen appliances, to family reunions that turn into accidental s ances, every chapter brings gut-busting laughter, heartfelt moments, and a taste of Black Southern culture you won't find anywhere else.

Perfect for fans of:

Black comedy & horror (Tales from the Hood, Get Out, Atlanta)

Southern folklore & family drama

Books that blend heart, humor, and just the right touch of haints

If you're tired of recycled ghost stories and ready for a book where the family's funnier than the haunting, this one's for you. Because in this house? Ain't no chicken bone, spirit, or bill collector strong enough to outlast Black joy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F9YW98VS
• ISBN13: 9798285442400
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"