J. W. (Jason) Ocker is an Edgar Award-winning travel writer, novelist, and blogger. His previous books include Poe-Land, A Season with the Witch, and Cursed Objects. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast OTIS- Odd Things I've Seen (oddthingsiveseen.com), where he chronicles his visits to oddities around the world.
"A deliciously nerdy chronicle that celebrates thinking about life
beyond."-Vice
"Thoughtful and well-researched...a worthy addition to any cryptid
enthusiast's library."-AIPT Comics
"[Ocker's] breezy storytelling talents make for enjoyable
reading."-Booklist
"I love folklore, so naturally, I also love cryptids, since
they're basically the scary story versions of modern folklore.
Which is precisely what I enjoyed about The United States of
Cryptids."-BoingBoing
"For believers and non-believers alike, this book is an interesting
look at the legendary creatures that run, crawl and fly throughout
the 50 states."-James Madison University's The Breeze
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