Journal » The Lost Souls

This is more than a journal—this is an interactive investigation. By enlisting the paranormal community and readers, it seeks to free trapped souls, protect those that escaped, and investigate Isabel/Candle Face. Every entry is a call to action, inviting participants to piece together testimonies, analyze evidence, and challenge the growing power of Candle Face.

An old, decaying mansion with white pillars and wrought-iron railings, surrounded by overgrown greenery. Represents 'Preparing for Candle Face’s Return,' from Candle Face Chronicles by Branching Plot Books.

Racing Against Time: Preparing for Candle Face’s Return

Today, I’m heading to San Antonio for the 7th Annual Paranormal Fest 2024 at Victoria’s Black Swan Inn. It’s my first in-person attempt to connect with serious paranormal investigators, psychics,...
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Candle Face Victim #38: High on Drugs, Low on Belief

Mr. Smoe accuses me of lying and threatens to reveal Candle Face’s “real” identity on a podcast, but I decide to let him speak without interference. As I struggle with...
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Silhouette of a person saluting, symbolizing vulnerability and defiance. Represents 'Candle Face Victim 38: High on Drugs, Low on Belief,' from Candle Face Chronicles by Branching Plot Books.
A ghastly figure with glowing eyes and scary markings holds an old-fashioned microphone, surrounded by sound waves. Part of Candle Face Chronicles.

Candle Face Victim #37: DJ of the Dammed

In this journal entry, I recount a terrifying encounter with a lost soul who once worked as a popular DJ in Austin during the '90s. His voice, distorted and stripped...
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Investigating Candle Face: Focusing on Supernatural Readers

On September 3, 2024, I reflected on my decision to end the Candle Face Chronicles podcast and the pain my efforts had unintentionally caused the families of the victims. Determined...
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With Branching Plot Books, every story is a world waiting to be explored. A girl crawls through the pages of an open book, flashlight in hand beneath a starlit sky.
Candle Face with a decayed face looms behind a microphone, with 'Candle Face Chronicles' displayed above and 'OFF AIR' written across the image. Represents the conclusion of the Candle Face Chronicles podcast.

The End of Candle Face Chronicles Podcast

On August 9, 2024, I made the difficult decision to end the Candle Face Chronicles podcast after only six episodes. While my mission to bring peace to the lost souls...
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On the Brink of Justice: The Story of Candle Face Victim #3

On July 31, 2024, we discuss the tragic story of Candle Face Victim #3. A devoted podcast fan believes he has identified the victims and their connection to Candle Face....
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Candle Face in the background with the title "Candle Face" and a candle flame in the foreground.
A screenshot from a Candle Face Chronicles podcast episode titled 'The Compassionate Side of Candle Face.' Three panelists, including Arthur Mills, Sara Jane Kamyszek Villani

Candle Face Chronicles: Mr. Smoe’s Story of Despair & Belief

On July 24, 2024, we interviewed “Mr. Smoe,” a man who identifies himself as a Candle Face disciple. He claims that decades ago, Candle Face saved him from suicide during...
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Candle Face Victim #36: The Assassin’s Confession

On July 12, 2024, a lost soul visited me, confessing his past as a killer who once served Candle Face during the 70s and 80s. He admitted to killing an...
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A dark helicopter flies overhead against a cloudy sky, its rotor blades spinning. The ominous angle and shadowed silhouette suggest secrecy and surveillance. Related to Candle Face Chronicles.
A haunting red-tinted depiction of Candle Face, her skeletal face twisted in a hollow, menacing expression. The deep shadows and crimson glow emphasize her terrifying presence. Related to Candle Face Chronicles.

Candle Face Debate: Reality or Imagination?

On July 11, 2024, I invite you to explore my experiences with Candle Face. Is she a real supernatural presence or just a manifestation of my childhood trauma? Through detailed...
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