Who is Brian D. Parsons?

Brian began researching ghosts in 1996 and was named the Director of a ghost group known as Ohio Paranormal Investigation Network. The group operated until late 2011 when he decided to disband it. He has worked in the cryptozoology field as well as in UFOlogy during that time and has published six non-fiction books on the topics.

Brian was also the host of the Paranormal News Insider from September of 2008 until November of 2022. Since then, Brian has focused on working on writing fiction with a short story published in a horror anthology in October of 2023 and a full novel awaiting publishing. He has worked with a variety of groups from all over the United States, Canada, as well as the UK and has also appeared at a number of conferences, conventions, libraries, college campuses, and podcasts and radio shows. To learn more about Brian click the button below!

Upcoming Appearances

2025 Kecksburg UFO Festival

July 18-20, 2025, Brian will be speaking at the Kecksburg UFO Festival for the third time and the first since 2017. More details TBA.

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Eastern Cryptids

My latest non-fiction piece is now in print! The book is also now available through Amazon, but please support the independent writer by purchasing through Lulu if possible. While I have shifted into fiction I wanted ot dip my toes back into the cryptozoology pool and bring something else to the surface. This is a carefully researched book covering cryptids that purportedly lurk east of the Mississippi River. Creatures include various Bigfoot-like beasts, upright canines, sea/lake/river monsters as well as other water based reptiles and amphibians mixed with human attributes, as well as those that are beyond reason such as Mothman and Chupacabra. Also included are ones that are purportedly extinct as well as many that are beyond their known range.

Handbook for the Amateur Cryptozoologist

Handbook for the Amateur Cryptozoologist

My most popular non-fiction work to date. This book provides in-depth interview techniques as well as several examples of client questionnaires. It also explores the use of technology in the field as well as the methodologies behind investigations and expeditions that go beyond the television style of thrill-seeking. This handbook will be your basic guide to becoming a responsible and rational investigator in a field wrought with hoaxes and misinterpretations.

The Kalas Papers: Volume I

The Kalas Papers: Volume I

This novel was released on December 1, 2024, and is available through Lulu as well as Amazon and other online book sellers. This novel is based on the short story that appeared in Autumn Tales II: Pumpkin Slice Nightmares released in the fall of 2023. It follows a young boy who is attacked by a werewolf and discovers he is part of a larger world around him. The book is currently in the final stages of editing and formmatting for publication.

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