Cryptids of the Appalachian Heartland: A Little Field Guide to the Mysterious Creatures of Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania By Jannette Quackenbush In the deep hollows, misty ridges, and forgotten backroads of the Appalachian heartland, people still report encounters with creatures that don’t fit any field guide. Cryptids of the Appalachian Heartland is a compact, illustrated guide to the mysterious creatures of Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, written and illustrated by folklorist and field researcher Jannette Quackenbush. This little field guide brings together dozens of cryptids and legendary monsters drawn from eyewitness accounts, old newspapers, and regional folklore. Inside, you’ll find detailed profiles of creatures such as: Ohio Grassman, Dogman, Loveland Frogman, Melonheads, South Bay Bessie, and other Ohio cryptids West Virginia Mothman, Flatwoods Monster, Grafton Monster, Sheepsquatch, Ogua, Vegetable Man, Indrid Cold, and more Kentucky’s Wood Booger, Spottsville Monster, Hopkinsville Goblins, Pope Lick Monster, Bearilla, and other Bluegrass beasts Pennsylvania’s Squonk, Raystown Ray, Albatwitch, the Werewolf of Lancaster County, Kettle Creek Monster, and additional Keystone State terrors Each entry includes: Physical description and known traits Reported behavior and typical encounters Habitat and regional range (including specific hotspots) Historical sightings from settlers, farmers, hikers, and researchers Notes for researchers and visitors, for those who want to explore the areas themselves Blending folklore, cryptozoology, and Appalachian history, this little field guide is perfect for: Readers fascinated by cryptids and monsters Fans of Appalachian and American folklore Hikers, campers, and travelers in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania Anyone who wonders what might still be hiding in the forests, river valleys, and mining country of the Appalachian heartland Whether you keep it in your backpack or read it at home, Cryptids of the Appalachian Heartland invites you to look twice at the shadows between the trees—and decide for yourself what’s out there.