Legends Less Sweet: Ghost Stories and Folk Horror from Northern Lands

By P. D. Brown

A ghostly chorus from the gothic North - eight tales of vengeance, sorrow, and spectres, told by a master of the spoken word.

Step into the mist-shrouded ruins and firelit hearths of Legends Less Sweet, a chilling collection of ghost stories and folk horror from the shadowy lands of the North. From screaming skulls in the Lake District and spectral brides on the Borders, to vampiric apparitions and eldritch witches, these tales draw on ancient lore and historical legend to summon the eerie, the uncanny, and the truly terrifying.

Rooted in the landscapes of Northern England, Scotland, and Iceland - and inspired by the oral tradition - this collection revives the storytelling spirit with a voice that is intimate, poetic, and profoundly unsettling.

P. D. Brown has performed across the UK, Europe, and the U.S., weaving tales of Celtic and Germanic myth, ancient magic, and haunting folklore. In 2023, he performed at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival, bringing his singular mix of research, rhythm, and theatrical flair to wide acclaim. In Legends Less Sweet, he invites readers into a gothic tradition that echoes with centuries of ghost-lore and folk horror.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FTLY7F6Z
• ISBN13: 9798263471019
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"