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Have A Safe And Happy Holiday!


Indie Author of the Week!

Russell Thompson











Russell Is the author of “Only Human”.  He began working on this novel when I was only eleven years old and he published it a month after graduating high school. The novel is about a criminal named Tom King who receives an unusual sentence: using his criminal knowledge to help the police department solve a cold case. For Tom, this may be easier than he thought. Because what better way to catch a killer, than when you’re a killer yourself? 

 




Book Signing with Robert Prather

December 20, noon till 5PM, at our Shepherdsville location.


Robert Prather is the author of the award-winning book, The Strange Case of Jonathan Swift and the Real Long John Silver. He has been featured on the popular series — History Channel’s, “America’s Book of Secrets,” and Travel Channel’s, “Code of the Wild.” In 2021, Tim Farmer Productions produced a full-length documentary on his work that was featured on KET. Robert and his wife Karen live in Kentucky.



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Ghost Hunting at the Ballard House

Spend an Unforgettable Night at the Haunted Bookstore 

December 27, 7:00 PM - 11:55 PM @ our LaGrange location

Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling evening of supernatural exploration!  


The Ballard House in LaGrange transforms into the ultimate destination for ghost seekers and thrill enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal investigator or simply curious about the unknown, this is your invitation to connect with the restless spirits that call the Haunted Bookstore home.

$30 per person, pay when you arrive.  

Please RSVP 502-716-1739






Holy Fire Reiki and Sound Journey

Sunday, December 28, @ 5PM, at our Shepherdsville location.



Immerse yourself in the relaxation of a healing sound bath while receiving Holy Fire reiki.


RSVP text Missy 502-716-1739




The Tea House is now open in our LaGrange Location. 


The Tea House is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM. 


The Tea House will be closed the week of Christmas.


These hours are different from our bookstore hours.  


Stop in and visit.  



Mystic Bliss Reiki is offering a a transformative program to support teens through anxiety, depression and self-worth struggles.


Visit mysticblissreiki.com for more information.  


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Other News


We are still operating under extended hours in December for your holiday shopping needs.


We will not be sponsoring a Holistic Fair in January 2026.  We will begin hosting them again starting in February.  Please stay tuned for this and other exciting events!


Stop in either store for your last-minute Christmas shopping needs.  We do have store gift cards available, as well.



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Founded by award-winning author Lynn Tincher, From the Ground Up Books combines retail with real paranormal experiences. Our La Grange location operates from the historic, haunted Platform 205 (Ballard House), while our Shepherdsville location embraces Kentucky's bourbon heritage.

We specialize in paranormal literature, author mentorship through our PenCrafters program, and authentic supernatural experiences including monthly ghost tours. Our holistic wellness section features crystals, meditation supplies, and metaphysical resources.

Home to the popular Weirdos in the Wild podcast with 21k+ followers, we're Kentucky's hub for paranormal enthusiasts, aspiring authors, and book lovers seeking curated collections and expert guidance.

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