Tuesday, October 1, 2024

IWSG Blog Hop: Remembering Casper the Friendly Ghost #IWSGbloghop

 

Insecure Writers Support Group Blog Hop
#IWSGbloghop

What is the Insecure Writer's Support Group?
Founded by author Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writer’s Support Group offers support for writers and authors alike. It provides an online database, articles and tips, a monthly blog posting, a Facebook and Instagram group, Twitter, and a monthly newsletter. 
To find out more, click here.
  
The purpose of the group is 
* to share and encourage. 
* Writers can express doubts and concerns 
without fear of appearing foolish or weak. 
* Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. 
*It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds! 

You're invited to become a member of this supportive group. 
Click here to sign up and/or to visit the bloggers this week.

Happy IWSG Day!

Thanks to our awesome co-hosts for the October 2 posting of the IWSG: Nancy Gideon, Jennifer Lane, Jacqui Murray, and Natalie Aguirre!

Looking forward to autumn.

October 2 question - Ghost stories fit right in during this month. What's your favorite classic ghostly tale? Tell us about it and why it sends chills up your spine.

Not all ghosts are scary, though. Personally, I prefer the friendly ones, like Casper. He was one of my favorite characters when I was a kid. I loved watching the theater cartoons that always played before the main movie.

If you haven’t met Casper yet, check out this YouTube video of the sweet ghost who’s always looking for a friend. Sure, I know ghosts are scary. But, instead of screaming and running away, take time to get to know him and you'll realize he won’t send chills up your spine—promise! 


VIDEO: CASPER THE GHOST AND THE BABY ELEPHANT

Casper the Friendly Ghost

I love friendly ghosts so much that I included a friendly, but annoying "shadow man" in my cozy mystery, Deadly Undertaking. Have you heard of shadow people? I wasn't familiar with the term until I read an article about it. 

Wikipedia's definition-- A shadow person is the perception of shadow as a living species, a humanoid figure, sometimes interpreted as the presence of a spirit or other entity by believers in the paranormal or supernatural. Wikipedia

Deadly Undertaking
Romantic Suspense

A handsome detective, a shadow man, and a murder victim kill Lauren’s plan for a simple life.


That article sparked the character, Henry, in the romantic suspense novel that takes place in a funeral home.  You can see him on the book cover. He hangs around the funeral home bothering the main character, Lauren Staab, a young woman who returned home to help in the family business, Staab and Blood Funeral Home.

It's a fun story to read and a fun one to write! Have you written ghosts into your stories and books? Please tell us about your supernatural character.

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Thank you for stopping by today. Have an awesome October 2024!

JQ Rose

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14 comments:

Alex J. Cavanaugh said...

I liked the cartoon Casper better than that awful movie they made years ago.

Natalie Aguirre said...

I forgot about Casper. I used to watch him too.

L. Diane Wolfe said...

I read Casper comics when I was a kid. Wish I still had them.

Melissa said...

As a rule, I don't like ghosts. Casper is the exception. :)

Joylene Nowell Butler said...

I agree. Casper is a treasure. Happy IWSG day, Janet.

Tyrean Martinson said...

I liked comic book Caspar, but my favorite ghost movie is Ghostbusters. :) Happy IWSG day!

Joyana Peters said...

I love Caspar! And I also find your definition of shadow people interesting as well. What a fun concept for a book idea!

J.Q. Rose said...

I didn't see the
movie. Glad I didn't! LOL

J.Q. Rose said...

Just thinking about that little guy makes me smile.

J.Q. Rose said...

Yes, you never think about it at the time.

J.Q. Rose said...

Yes, me too!

J.Q. Rose said...

I had never written supernatural until this book. So it was a fun challenge.

Jacqui Murray--Writer-Teacher said...

I too asked about friendly ghosts. Good post, Janet.

Sandra Cox said...

Ya can't beat Casper when it comes to ghosts:)

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