A Haunted Childhood. A Calling Beyond Fear. A Life Defined by the Unknown.
The first time Johnny Graves sensed something beyond the physical world, he was only a child-alone in a creaking Victorian house, listening to a sound that should not have existed. What began as a single, chilling moment would become the foundation of a lifelong journey into the unseen.
Set against the backdrop of small-town lore, generational wisdom, and whispered stories of haunted homes, Growing Up Paranormal: The Johnny Graves Story is a deeply personal account of how curiosity evolves into responsibility-and how fascination must give way to discipline when confronting the unknown.
From Childhood Curiosity to Paranormal Discipline
Raised among regional legends and quiet spiritual traditions, Johnny's understanding of the paranormal was shaped early by his mother, Barbara LaMere-a woman practicing ethical paranormal observation long before the field had structure or recognition.
Under her guidance, Johnny learned that investigating the unexplained requires more than bravery. It demands restraint, skepticism, and respect for forces not fully understood.
As curiosity deepened, so did commitment.
The Keepers of the Circle
Johnny's path eventually led him to The Keepers of the Circle, a respected paranormal investigation group known for its integrity, experience, and ethical standards. Within the Circle, investigations were never about spectacle-they were about truth.
When Barbara LaMere stepped away from leadership, Johnny was entrusted with carrying the legacy forward.
What followed were investigations that tested his resolve, challenged his beliefs, and forced him to confront the thin line between fear and understanding.
Inside This Book, You'll Discover:
A paranormal coming-of-age story grounded in lived experienceChilling encounters rooted in small-town hauntings and folkloreThe ethical responsibilities behind paranormal investigationThe emotional cost of seeking answers beyond the physical worldA rare look into leadership within a serious paranormal research groupReflections on belief, skepticism, fear, and truthMore Than Ghost Stories-A Human Story
This is not a collection of sensationalized hauntings.
It is a story about growing up haunted, learning restraint, inheriting responsibility, and understanding that the pursuit of the unknown is as much about humanity as it is about the paranormal.
Growing Up Paranormal is written for readers who appreciate atmospheric storytelling, thoughtful reflection, and paranormal mystery grounded in discipline rather than fantasy.
Perfect for Readers Who Enjoy:
Paranormal and supernatural fictionComing-of-age stories with dark undertonesSmall-town mysteries and haunted historiesPsychological and reflective paranormal narratives