Paranormal Author’s Haunted Doll Experience Takes Dark Turn

Fiona Dodwell, a paranormal author, encountered unsettling phenomena after welcoming a clown doll named Knock Knock Harry into her home. Initially seeking to gain firsthand insights for her upcoming book on haunted dolls, Fiona’s experience quickly turned eerie. What began as mere curiosity transformed into a series of unnerving encounters that challenged her understanding of the supernatural.

While researching the topic, Fiona, an avid collector of vintage items, purchased the doll from two UK sisters who cautioned her about its “energy.” Undeterred, she embraced the challenge, believing that engaging with the doll might enhance her writing. Reflecting on her decision, she stated, “I thought, well, I’ve got nothing to lose… I trusted these two sisters, and they take it very seriously.”

Despite not expecting any significant occurrences, Fiona soon felt a notable presence around the doll. She described experiencing “goosebumps, cold spots, and chills” whenever she was near Harry. Although she does not consider herself a psychic, Fiona acknowledged the weight of these sensations, stating, “That felt quite significant. It happens, and it still happens a lot around him.”

As time progressed, the atmosphere in her home shifted. Fiona noted an intense feeling of being watched, which her friends also reported when visiting. “They say, ‘Well, it really feels like he’s looking at me, do you mind turning him around?’” she recounted, acknowledging that the doll’s seemingly watchful gaze affected those around her.

Curiosity led Fiona to attempt communication with Harry through a spirit box, a device employed by paranormal investigators to capture electronic voice phenomena. During one session, she asked the doll to confirm his name, and the response was startling. “The voice that came back… said, ‘Knock Knock Harry, hi.’ Like that. And it sounded really clear to me.”

Yet, not all interactions were friendly. In a subsequent session, Harry’s tone shifted dramatically. After a series of unanswered questions, Fiona asked if he had anything to share, prompting a shocking response. “He basically called me a b****,” she revealed, describing the moment as “unnerving” and leaving her feeling “on edge.”

As Fiona continued her attempts to connect with Harry, she utilized touch sensor light balls, asking the doll to illuminate them to indicate his presence. Eerily, the balls would light up, seemingly responding to his energy. Additionally, she reported hearing unexplained knocking sounds around the doll, which she attributed to Harry’s influence. “The night before speaking with the Mirror, I could hear knocking sounds from downstairs,” she noted.

Despite the unsettling incidents, Fiona has retained Harry as a fixture in her home. Following the initial outburst, she has not experienced any further aggressive interactions, although the sensation of being watched persists. She remarked, “There’s certainly been activity… that intense feeling of being watched.”

Fiona’s journey with Harry has enriched her writing process, as she explores various haunted doll cases from around the world in her book, A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls. This work includes stories of infamous dolls, such as Annabelle and Robert the Doll, as well as interviews with notable figures like Patti Negri, a medium from the show Ghost Adventures.

One particularly chilling case she highlights is that of Harold the Doll, which a man named Anthony Quinata acquired in 2004. Following his purchase, Anthony experienced a series of disturbing events, leading him to document his experiences in a subsequent book. Fiona expressed her intrigue about Harold, stating, “That is one of the creepier cases because with Harold, there’s a question mark about where that negativity comes from.”

Fiona’s exploration of haunted dolls has revealed a broader phenomenon, as she noted that many people today remain unaware of the potential energy associated with seemingly innocuous collectibles. “People could possibly pop into a charity shop, pick up a doll that they like the look of and unwittingly invite an energy into their home,” she reflected on the surprising number of reported encounters.

While Fiona acknowledges the eerie nature of her experiences, she emphasizes that not all instances are as dramatic as depicted in horror films. Her fascination with the paranormal has not deterred her from acquiring more haunted objects, including a doll named Edna, who was gifted to her during her writing process. Like Harry, Edna has made her presence felt, although Fiona has noted a “power struggle” between the two dolls, with Harry asserting dominance.

Offering advice to potential collectors, Fiona cautions, “Just to tread carefully. Just to be aware that it’s not like the Hollywood films.” Her journey into the realm of haunted dolls continues to unfold, providing her with unique insights for her writing and a deeper understanding of the mysteries surrounding these enigmatic objects.

For those intrigued by Fiona’s experiences and the world of haunted dolls, her book is available for purchase.