Bloodstained
Five forgotten murders. Five stories history left behind.
Bloodstained uncovers five forgotten murder cases from across Michigan, each pulled from the margins of history and brought back into focus through archival research and narrative storytelling. These are not just stories of crime, but of the people, communities, and circumstances surrounding them—many of which were overlooked, misunderstood, or quietly buried. Each case reveals how easily truth can be lost, and how difficult it can be to recover.
Forgotten Fenton
The stories a town left behind—and the ones it never meant to.
Dive into the rich, surprising history of Fenton, Michigan in this collection of stories, histories, and discoveries. Uncover the harrowing tale of a horrific train accident that sent shockwaves through the town, unravel the enigmatic secrets hidden within a familiar downtown building, and delve into the extraordinary life of a beloved local legend. Each page explores a fresh piece of Fenton's past, offering something for everyone in this captivating anthology. Welcome to Fenton, a town filled with forgotten mysteries just waiting to be rediscovered.
The Mysterious Mrs. White
A string of disappearances. A town on edge. And a woman at the center of it all.
Over a century ago, the quiet town of Fenton, Michigan was unsettled by a series of strange and unsettling events—disappearances, an untimely death, and a story that never fully made sense. At the center was one woman, whose presence seemed to connect it all, yet was never fully explained.
This long-forgotten case is reconstructed through archival records, census data, and contemporary newspaper accounts, piecing together a narrative shaped by rumor, secrecy, and incomplete truths. As each thread is uncovered, the story grows more complex—revealing not just what happened, but how easily a mystery can be buried, and how difficult it is to fully bring it back to light.
Zionsville's Little Brick Church
A single building. A century of lives. A story still unfolding.
Built in 1867 as the Christian Union Church, Zionsville’s Little Brick Church has stood at the center of its community for over a century—shifting, adapting, and enduring through each new chapter of its life.
This book traces the story of this single structure from its origins in the Civil War era through its many transformations: a place of worship, a schoolhouse, a gathering space, and a cornerstone of community life. Drawing from deed records, census data, newspapers, and historical photographs, the narrative reveals not just the history of a building, but the people and moments that shaped it.
Now converted into a private residence, the church continues to evolve—its past still visible in the walls that have witnessed generations come and go.
The History of 818 South LeRoy Street, Fenton
One home. Generations of lives. A history written in its walls.
Located in the heart of Fenton, Michigan, 818 South LeRoy has witnessed nearly two centuries of change—its story shaped by the people who lived within it.
This work traces the history of the property from its early origins in the 1830s through the construction of the home in 1860 by Thomas Wright, a prominent local figure and founder of the Presbyterian Church in nearby Linden. From there, the narrative follows the families who called the house home, including the Watts and Allen families, each leaving their own mark across generations.
Drawing from census records, deeds, newspapers, and archival documents, the story is reconstructed in detail—revealing not just the evolution of the home, but the lives, relationships, and moments that unfolded within it. What emerges is a portrait of a place shaped over time, where history is not abstract, but deeply personal.
The History of 3349 Hadley Road, Hadley
One family. One home. A history that never left.
Built in 1835 and continuously owned by the same family ever since, 3349 Hadley Road offers a rare and unbroken connection between place and lineage.
This book traces the history of the home alongside the family that has lived there for generations, reconstructing their story through census records, deeds, archival documents, and historical research. The narrative extends beyond the property itself, following the family’s roots back centuries and placing their story within the broader history of Hadley and the surrounding area.
The History of the Hadley Mill
Since 1874, one building helped shape the life of a town.
The History of the Hadley Mill examines the story of one of the town’s most important landmarks. Built in 1874, the mill served as a hub of activity for decades, playing a key role in the daily life and development of Hadley.
Through detailed research into its construction, ownership, and use, the narrative brings together the stories of the people connected to it and the impact it had on the surrounding community, showing how much one place can define an entire town.