Cody Polston 
Thanks to covid, I had to do an interview over the phone with T.J. Trout this year. We discussed my latest book as well as some general ideology on ghosts and hauntings. My stance on skepticism is also challenged, which I try to defend and/or explain.
I’ll admit, I’m a sucker for symbolism and foreshadowing. Perhaps it is my love of mysteries that fuels these ideas but they are a large but hidden part of my fictional work. Today I will be discussing the concept of Quintessence as it applies to my story. In my story’s universe, quintessence the physical manifestation of magical … Read moreThe hidden symbolism and concepts in the Aetherstorm Chronicles: Quintessence
Here it is, my personal map of Sanctuary Seven, the secret underground base of the Ministry of Psychical Defense. Hidden in a vast cavern below Frankenstein’s castle, it is the location of several scenes in the Aetherstorm Chronicles.
I was recently interviewed about the ghosts of Old Town for this new YouTube channel. Had a great time working with these guys!
On occasion, the dolls in the china closet at the entrance to the Church Street Cafe move. Some turn around. Some shift in place. A few press their faces against the glass. Only one person has a key to the display case, but restaurant owner Marie Coleman doesn’t touch the dolls except to put them … Read moreChurch Street Cafe, Albuquerque, NM (Ghost Stories)
This week I giving a small teaser from my book and some new artwork of Tesla. However, this one is a little more risque, but I loved the pose and details. This is from Chapter Two: “I thought you might like this one. It’s a love spell,” she said as she leaned towards Tesla. She … Read moreTesla Art and a teaser from Chapter Two. (Warning! mild nudity)
In the spring of 2020, the authors, Bob and Cody, started having conversations about updating their 2008 book “The Complete Ghost Hunter: Basic Methods to Advanced Techniques” since the book is now out of print. However, the inevitable question of “what is the point” became an entanglement. After all, there are a great many books … Read moreWhy Bob and I wrote the Conscientious Ghost Hunter’s Compendium
From the back cover; Written by a believer and a skeptic with over 30 years of experience, the Conscientious Ghost Hunter’s Compendium reveals everything that the authors have learned about the investigation of ghosts and hauntings. Filled with new discoveries, practical advice, and their own experiences, it provides valuable insight for those who are serious … Read moreThe Conscientious Ghost Hunter’s Compendium is now available!
This is the audio of my interview on KKOB in Albuquerque discussing my latest books and general information on ghosts and hauntings. The book “Texas Most Haunted: Exposed” can be found on the link underneath the video. Texas Most Haunted: EXPOSED
From the back cover; For decades ghostly tales have been told across the lone star state. Texas’ macabre past has created its share of phantoms. From by-gone gunfighters and wealthy socialites to ghost lights and phantom hitch-hikers, their tragic lives have left an imprint in time and legend. For 25 years ghost investigator Cody Polston … Read moreMy latest book, “Texas’ Most Haunted EXPOSED”, is now available!
So, I really liked this image for the cover until I decided to go with a dark blue theme. Still, it is a great pic of Tesla. The pose that I used for the cover came from this piece.
I will be at Page One on April 13th, 2020 for a book signing of New Mexico’s Most Haunted Exposed.
My latest book Tesla St. Vrain: The Power Within (The Aetherstorm Chronicles) is finally finished. I spent the entire year of 2019 working on this project and I’m really excited that it has been printed. Back Cover text: “In the year 1899, women are expected to behave, but Tesla St. Vrain is no ordinary young woman. … Read moreTesla St. Vrain: The Power Within (The Aetherstorm Chronicles) is now available!
A ghost that is claimed to have been seen in the hotel is that of a man wearing 1800’s clothing running across the Plazuela Restaurant. Both guests and staff alike have reported the sight of a ghostly figure that walks to the center of the room and then seemingly jumps into the floor and disappears. … Read moreDebunking the “jumping” ghost at the La Fonda Hotel
The time has finally arrived. Here is the cover for my next book. The release date is set for Valentines Day!
Next up is Henry Sidgwick. “Seated at the far side of the table was Henry Sidgwick. He might have been a handsome man at one time, but his otherwise delicate features were offset by his long beak-like nose that had apparently been broken and reset several times in the past. His long beard was gray-haired … Read moreHenry Sidgwick, Character Card
The next character card is Dante Laveau, the last and hidden son of Marie Laveau and the Voodoo King of New Orleans. I wanted to add something different, some other kind of “super-power” which I had never seen used in a steampunk book and voodoo fit the bill. “The man had brown skin and was … Read moreDante Laveau, Character Card
Here is my next . Will Little created the character of Luther Von Voss, playing him in a Ravenloft campaign called the Masque of the Red Death. Although I am told that Will envisioned this character as more of a fighter, I used his high intelligence to add a degree of expertise to the story. … Read moreLuther Von Voss, Character Card
Next up is a character that was initially created in a Ravenloft campaign called the Masque of the Red Death and played for 14 years before I was allowed to use him for this story. Huilliam Shylocke was created and played by Mason Evans. I found the idea of a terrorist evolving into a hero … Read moreHuilliam Shylocke, Character Card
So here is the first character card. This is my main character, Tesla St. Vrain. When I started this project, I wanted my MC to have a unique name and identity since the fad of common names is beginning to wear off. “In the year 1899, women are expected to behave, but Tesla St. Vrain … Read moreTesla St. Vrain, First Character Card
The Aetherstorm is coming! I have spent all of 2019 writing my first fiction novel. It is a unique mixture of steampunk, horror and paranormal. I have finished the final draft and it should hit the hands of my beta readers next week. it looks like the release will happen in February. I will be … Read moreThe Aetherstorm is coming!
