The Mortal Lexicon
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Last published Wed, Apr 22, 2020
Jacob Collins is a writer down on his luck. After failing to meet readers expectations on what they think should be able to suspend their disbelief, Jacob begins doing some research into different folktales. When that isn't enough, he feels he'll have to turn to "real" accounts of the paranormal.
Jacob finds himself in the middle of nowhere in a town called Hunter's Creek. He came to find folklores and new tales, but something seems amiss about the entire town.
Teaming up with resident paranormal expert, Trace Baker, Jacob writes his book. Little does he know how true his writings may turn out to be.
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