Principles of the Field Team
Every chapter in our books and every investigation we launch is built upon four core commitments to young readers, parents, and historical truth.
“Every place has a story. Every story deserves to be remembered. No one should ever be forgotten.”
Written into the first page of our investigator logbooks, carried on every expedition from coastal lighthouses to historic mountain valleys.
Our Origin Story
How a shared family love for historic mysteries blossomed into an adventurous world of books and discoveries.
Clear Ghost Company was founded by author Shalone McCarthy with a singular dream: to share the pure wonder of history, folklore, and storytelling with curious young readers and adventurous families. What began as weekend road trips exploring aged lighthouses, colonial inns, and forgotten train depots grew into a mission to bridge generations through spine-tingling yet family-safe adventures.
Rather than sensationalized horror, our stories center on a brave young investigator and his steadfast spirit hound. Together, they step into real landmark sites to piece together forgotten clues, preserve historical heritage, and help lingering spirits find quiet peace. We believe that curiosity unlocks courage, and that history comes alive when we look past the dust to find the heartbeat beneath.
As an independent family brand, we write, design, and illustrate every chapter book and field kit to inspire kids to explore the world with observant eyes, compassionate hearts, and a respectful appetite for mystery.
Crafted around kitchen table discussions, real heritage visits, and a commitment to safe, thrilling stories for ages 8 to 12.
Where Real History Sparks Timeless Wonder
Every haunted place has a story. Every ghost has a reason to stay. Join our young investigator and his loyal spirit dog as they explore authentic historical landmarks, decode field journals, and help spirits find peaceful resolution.
The Grand Library Archives – Whispers in the Rare Book Wing
Documented investigation with field journals and harmless spirit encounters.
Real Historic Locations
Real-world landmarks and documented archives
Family-Friendly Mystery
Wholesome adventures crafted for ages 8-12 and families
Spirits Finding Peace
Historical empathy and storytelling without gore or demons
Meet the Minds Behind Ghost Detectives
History buffs, adventure writers, and visual storytellers dedicated to making the past come alive through thrilling chapter-book mysteries.
Shalone McCarthy
Author of Ghost Detectives, historian, and lifelong adventure seeker. Shalone's passion for real history and storytelling brings Hunter, Leo, and their mysteries to life.
When not writing, Shalone explores historic sites, researches paranormal histories, and shares campfire tales with young readers across schools, libraries, and book clubs nationwide.
100% Real History
Every haunted setting is an actual historic site with genuine archival roots.
Family Friendly
Spooky campfire thrills crafted without gore, fear-mongering, or darkness.
Curiosity Driven
Puzzles encourage young readers to explore history, maps, and field science.
The Creative Team
Illustrators, editors, and historical archivists who collaborate to verify facts, illustrate spirits, and polish every adventure.
Brings Hunter, Leo, and the atmospheric shadows of historic mansions to vibrant, kid-friendly life with distinct spectral lantern hues.
Unearths 18th- and 19th-century municipal blueprints, frontier legends, and authentic archives to ground every ghost story in real history.
Balances thrilling, spooky tension with heartfelt family warmth, ensuring puzzles remain clever, accessible, and exciting for ages 8–12.
Interested in book club visits or school presentations?
Shalone and the team offer virtual readings, paranormal history Q&A sessions, and creative writing workshops.