Emma LH Ghost Catcher Isles
@ghostcatcherisles.com
steampunk. writer. folklore lover. street art fan. tsundoku and ikebana enthusiast. hamster lover
Writer at Ghost Catcher Isles, Haunted Magazine & Unexplained.ie
Blog: https://ghostcatcherisles.com/
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Writer at Ghost Catcher Isles, Haunted Magazine & Unexplained.ie
Blog: https://ghostcatcherisles.com/
Ko-fi.com/ghostcatcherisles
https://linktr.ee/gh
Blessed Imbolc.
We collected reeds today to make this.
#blessedimbolc #imbolc #brigidscross #pagancelebration
We collected reeds today to make this.
#blessedimbolc #imbolc #brigidscross #pagancelebration
February 1, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Blessed Imbolc.
We collected reeds today to make this.
#blessedimbolc #imbolc #brigidscross #pagancelebration
We collected reeds today to make this.
#blessedimbolc #imbolc #brigidscross #pagancelebration
Almost finished a piece I've been working on for submission to an anthology. It's been fun researching it and I think I would like to write a bigger piece from a different angle on it another time. Here are a few clues to my topic.
#Mysteries #cryptid #writingprocess #projectinprogress✔️
#Mysteries #cryptid #writingprocess #projectinprogress✔️
January 31, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Almost finished a piece I've been working on for submission to an anthology. It's been fun researching it and I think I would like to write a bigger piece from a different angle on it another time. Here are a few clues to my topic.
#Mysteries #cryptid #writingprocess #projectinprogress✔️
#Mysteries #cryptid #writingprocess #projectinprogress✔️
Just listened to an episode of Mysteries & Monsters where Paul interviewed @eerieedinburgh.bsky.social about his book "Hidden Haunts Ireland." Fascinating chat on Irish ghosts! Check it out & grab a copy. There's even a story from my West Cork experience!
#hiddenhauntsireland #irishghoststories
#hiddenhauntsireland #irishghoststories
January 27, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Just listened to an episode of Mysteries & Monsters where Paul interviewed @eerieedinburgh.bsky.social about his book "Hidden Haunts Ireland." Fascinating chat on Irish ghosts! Check it out & grab a copy. There's even a story from my West Cork experience!
#hiddenhauntsireland #irishghoststories
#hiddenhauntsireland #irishghoststories
I like the look of this! 😍
January 26, 2026 at 10:09 PM
I like the look of this! 😍
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January 26, 2026 at 10:06 PM
From Rebecca to The Others, Gothic cinema reminds us that ghosts are never just ghosts. I’ve rounded up 5 paranormal favourites and dug into why they linger long after the credits. Have a read:
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#ghostcatcherisles #gothichorror #moviepicks #ghosts
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#ghostcatcherisles #gothichorror #moviepicks #ghosts
Classic Gothic Horror Movie Picks
Gothic horror and romance films are experiencing a resurgence, with series like ‘Penny Dreadful’ and films such as ‘Crimson Peak’ showcasing classic themes of death, love, a…
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January 26, 2026 at 10:07 PM
From Rebecca to The Others, Gothic cinema reminds us that ghosts are never just ghosts. I’ve rounded up 5 paranormal favourites and dug into why they linger long after the credits. Have a read:
wp.me/py3eK-uq
#ghostcatcherisles #gothichorror #moviepicks #ghosts
wp.me/py3eK-uq
#ghostcatcherisles #gothichorror #moviepicks #ghosts
Something peculiar is taking shape on my writing desk.... a new work in progress involving clues, odd encounters, and things best spotted out of the corner of your eye.
If you fancy a peek:
ghostcatcherisles.substack.com/p/bizarre-cl...
#workinprogress #substack #writingprocess #Cryptids
If you fancy a peek:
ghostcatcherisles.substack.com/p/bizarre-cl...
#workinprogress #substack #writingprocess #Cryptids
January 24, 2026 at 12:17 AM
Something peculiar is taking shape on my writing desk.... a new work in progress involving clues, odd encounters, and things best spotted out of the corner of your eye.
If you fancy a peek:
ghostcatcherisles.substack.com/p/bizarre-cl...
#workinprogress #substack #writingprocess #Cryptids
If you fancy a peek:
ghostcatcherisles.substack.com/p/bizarre-cl...
#workinprogress #substack #writingprocess #Cryptids
1/4 Last night I was in Glastonbury watching one of my favourite storytellers perform, and it was honestly wonderful. I’ve never read Sláine, but the Celtic myths and legends threaded through the story really fired my imagination, and now I want to read more.
January 23, 2026 at 6:53 PM
1/4 Last night I was in Glastonbury watching one of my favourite storytellers perform, and it was honestly wonderful. I’ve never read Sláine, but the Celtic myths and legends threaded through the story really fired my imagination, and now I want to read more.
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Read it last night and it was fabulous! The perfect FT article.
January 21, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Read it last night and it was fabulous! The perfect FT article.
Thrilled to share my piece on the quirky Ditchingham Chicken Roundabout in @forteantimes.bsky.social And I’m on the front cover! 🫨
FT has been part of my life since I was a kid, sneaking my mum's copies under the covers.
Grab a copy to learn more! 🐔
#forteantimes #ChickenRoundabout
FT has been part of my life since I was a kid, sneaking my mum's copies under the covers.
Grab a copy to learn more! 🐔
#forteantimes #ChickenRoundabout
January 20, 2026 at 8:54 AM
Thrilled to share my piece on the quirky Ditchingham Chicken Roundabout in @forteantimes.bsky.social And I’m on the front cover! 🫨
FT has been part of my life since I was a kid, sneaking my mum's copies under the covers.
Grab a copy to learn more! 🐔
#forteantimes #ChickenRoundabout
FT has been part of my life since I was a kid, sneaking my mum's copies under the covers.
Grab a copy to learn more! 🐔
#forteantimes #ChickenRoundabout
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An interesting painting that hits all our buttons.
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
December 30, 2025 at 12:33 AM
An interesting painting that hits all our buttons.
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
George Roux - Spirit, 1885
#opeaghost #podcast #paranormal #art #painting
Celebrating a wonderful night of storytelling with Natalie Doig and Steph Lay at "Winterval ", where I told my tale of the battle between the Holly King and Oak King. Yummy white port: cheers!
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
December 30, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Celebrating a wonderful night of storytelling with Natalie Doig and Steph Lay at "Winterval ", where I told my tale of the battle between the Holly King and Oak King. Yummy white port: cheers!
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
#storytelling #stories #storyteller #winterval #celebrate
Reposted by Emma LH Ghost Catcher Isles
Here's how to join the winterval story telling event: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/winterval-...
Winterval Ghost Stories with Nat Doig and Special Guests
Join Nat Doig from Weird in the Wade podcast for an evening of ghost stories and folktales.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 29, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Here's how to join the winterval story telling event: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/winterval-...
Please join us tonight!
I was just interviewed on BBC 3CR talking about Weird in the Wade and the Online Winterval Ghost Stories event tonight There are still some tickets left for the event tonight and you can book on right up until 6:30pm (the event starts at 7pm) Details in the comments
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
BBC Three Counties Radio - Liz Flower, 29/12/2025
Liz eases you through your mid-morning with music and conversation.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 29, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Please join us tonight!
Ahoy there! Feast your eyes upon this marvel! Ever keen to create a distraction, watch as I help to steal the crown jewels!
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
V1CT0R1A
YouTube video by Simon Lock
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December 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Ahoy there! Feast your eyes upon this marvel! Ever keen to create a distraction, watch as I help to steal the crown jewels!
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
Will anarchy prevail? Filmed by Bottlejack & Hastener watch V1CT0R1A to find out!
youtu.be/oeWALR8GTzM?...
I wrote a magical little Christmas story to go along with a gift of Danny Robins book "Do you Believe in Ghosts?" I gave it to my young folklore loving friend Katy. I hope Katy liked it. Merry Christmas!
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
open.substack.com/pub/ghostcat...
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
open.substack.com/pub/ghostcat...
The Christmas Elf and the Ghostly Gift: An Uncanny Story
An Uncanny Christmas story for little folklorist Katy, by Emma L. Holohan
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December 25, 2025 at 10:06 AM
I wrote a magical little Christmas story to go along with a gift of Danny Robins book "Do you Believe in Ghosts?" I gave it to my young folklore loving friend Katy. I hope Katy liked it. Merry Christmas!
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
open.substack.com/pub/ghostcat...
#christmasstory #elf #doyoubelieveinghosts #kidsbook
open.substack.com/pub/ghostcat...
Day 24 of the Advent Calendar: Magical Christmas Eve Gift Bringers.
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
December 24, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Day 24 of the Advent Calendar: Magical Christmas Eve Gift Bringers.
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
On Christmas Eve we celebrate the magical figures who bring us joy and gifts. From Santa Claus to the Christkind, these traditions, rooted in folklore, have evolved over time. 1/2
I'm delighted to hear @stephlay.bsky.social, writer at City of Secrets (cityofsecrets.blog/a-haunting-h...), is joining @weirdinthewade.bsky.social and I to share some stories with you! Please pick up a ticket and join us for some chilling and enchanting winter tales on 29th December.
December 23, 2025 at 7:52 PM
I'm delighted to hear @stephlay.bsky.social, writer at City of Secrets (cityofsecrets.blog/a-haunting-h...), is joining @weirdinthewade.bsky.social and I to share some stories with you! Please pick up a ticket and join us for some chilling and enchanting winter tales on 29th December.
Day 23 of the Advent Calendar: Cristesmæsse
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
December 23, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Day 23 of the Advent Calendar: Cristesmæsse
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
For the Anglo-Saxons, Christmas was a mix of joy and restraint. While most enjoyed nearly two weeks off work, they had to fast, and gifts were mainly for the poor. 1/2
Join me & fellow storytellers at Winterval with @weirdinthewade.bsky.social, on 29 Dec 2025, at 7:00 PM!
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
Winterval Ghost Stories with Nat Doig
Join Nat Doig from Weird in the Wade podcast for an evening of ghost stories and folktales.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Join me & fellow storytellers at Winterval with @weirdinthewade.bsky.social, on 29 Dec 2025, at 7:00 PM!
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
We’ll share ghost stories & folktales, including my retelling of an epic battle between titan brothers.
Grab a mince pie and relax at home!
#Storytelling
Tickets:
tinyurl.com/yckbcpzm
Advent Calendar Day 22: Midwinter.
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
December 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Advent Calendar Day 22: Midwinter.
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
"Midwinter in the Druid tradition is called Alban Arthan, Welsh/Brythonic for ‘the light of the bear’. 1/3
Penfold's habitat has been made festive for Christmas. He's ready! Bring on Santa!
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
December 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Penfold's habitat has been made festive for Christmas. He's ready! Bring on Santa!
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
#syrianhamster #penfoldthehamster #Christmas #pets #hamster
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Day 21 of the advent calendar: Winter Solstice
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
December 22, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Day 21 of the advent calendar: Winter Solstice
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Today we celebrate the Winter Solstice: the longest night of the year. Though it feels so dark, it reminds us that brighter days are on the way. 1/2
Winter solstice wassailing our allotment fruit trees today.
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
December 21, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Winter solstice wassailing our allotment fruit trees today.
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual
#Wassailing #Wassail #WinterSolstice #fruittrees #winterritual