Journal

Candle Face Chronicles is more than a journal—it’s an interactive investigation. By enlisting the paranormal community and readers, it seeks to discover lost histories, free trapped souls, and protect those still in danger. Every entry is a call to action, inviting participants to piece together testimonies, analyze evidence, and challenge the growing power of Candle Face.

A stack of old parchment papers with a quill dipped in ink, symbolizing Mr. Smoe's magical manuscript and the countless stories sealed within.

Isabel: Victory or Trap - The Book That Can Save or Doom Us

After weeks of intensive work, I've completed "Isabel," a manuscript of 88 pages containing over 3.4 × 10^79 possible readings. This complex text, pieced together from Mr. Smoe’s notes, details...
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From Bottles to Scrolls: Preserving the Fugitives’ Voices

After retrieving the scrolls from Mr. Smoe’s attic, I discovered a method to protect the fugitives more effectively. The bottles were only a temporary solution. Using the scrolls’ parchment and...
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From Bottles to Scrolls: Preserving the Fugitives’ Voices
A stack of aged, crumpled scrolls with burnt edges, representing Mr. Smoe's Scrolls of Souls. The parchment appears weathered and fragile, evoking a sense of ancient knowledge and forgotten voices waiting to be read.

The Scrolls of Souls: The Forgotten Voices of Mr. Smoe

During a visit to Mr. Smoe’s attic, I discovered thirteen boxes filled with scrolls wrapped in yarn—each one holding the voice of a forgotten spirit. These scrolls aren't just records;...
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The Infinite Manuscript: Mr. Smoe’s Shifting Story of Isabel

As I sifted through Mr. Smoe’s boxes, I found scraps of paper filled with notes, each hiding a deeper meaning. The notes seemed alive, rearranging themselves into new versions of...
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A stack of aged, yellowed pages filled with handwritten text, the ink faded but still legible. The edges of the pages are frayed and stained, giving them a fragile, antique appearance. The title 'Mr. Smoe's Magical Manuscript.'
A vintage black-and-white steam locomotive moving along empty tracks, its imposing front dominating the scene. The aged, grainy texture adds a haunting, timeless quality, suggesting a connection to Candle Face Chronicles and the notion of a "New Undergrou

Candle Face and the New Underground Railroad

This journal entry draws parallels between the Underground Railroad and the effort to protect the fugitives who escaped Candle Face’s lair. Becoming a caretaker means more than just curiosity—it’s a...
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The Empty Lot Next Door: Is Now Available as an Audiobook

The Empty Lot Next Door: Second Edition is officially released as an audiobook, narrated by the talented Adharsh McCabe. His ability to bring suspense and emotion to the story makes...
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Isabel’s duality: Candle Face’s melted, charred form beside young, radiant Isabel in Aztec-style clothing.

The Rise of Isabel: the Forgotten Daughter of La Llorona

My investigation into Candle Face’s identity is taking a new direction. With the lost souls gone, I’m left with thirty-one fugitives to protect and boxes of notes left by Mr....
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Candle Face’s Vengeance: The Reckoning Approaches

It's been over two months since a lost soul reached out to me, and I’m convinced they never will again. The Master Shadow has inspected my home twice, searching for...
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The Reckoning Approaches — Glass bottles containing trapped spirits surrounded by old books and scrolls. A candle burns dimly, casting haunting shadows. Associated with Candle Face Chronicles.
From Candle Face to Isabel: The Forgotten Child — A black-and-white portrait of a smiling young girl, symbolizing the innocence of Isabel before her transformation. Associated with Candle Face Chronicles.

From Candle Face to Isabel: The Forgotten Daughter

On January 12, 2025, I received a call from Mr. Smoe’s brother about Mr. Smoe’s death and the boxes he left behind. Within those boxes were notes, maps, and references...
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