Book excerpt: Our Demons, Our Forefathers: Ghostly Encounters in a Sleepy New England Town is a collection of supernatural encounters that span a period of almost three decades. The stories primarily involve the DeMello family of Westport, Massachusetts as well as some of their closest friends. A collaboration between two best friends, this book embodies the struggles and discoveries of living with the ghosts of the past. Some of the tales are humorous and wrought with folly, while other are chilling and evoke questions about the afterlife. Enjoy a walk through the ghostly underbelly of this scenic, oceanfront town. The adventures and encounters will enchant, haunt, and entertain as you travel through time and meet some of the colorful personalities of Westport, both living and dead.