Scott Andrew Bailey – Author

Step into a world where the afterlife meets amateur dramatics, and Shakespearean tragedy takes on a spectral twist!

In my short story, A Ghost Scene, you’ll meet a group of misfit actors—united not by their lives, but by their untimely deaths. Philip, their long-suffering director, has his hands full wrangling this ragtag cast of ghosts for their most ambitious production yet: Shakespeare’s Hamlet. But this isn’t your typical haunting of a theatre. It’s a humorous and oddly heartwarming tale about teamwork, second chances, and finding purpose—even after life itself.

Behind the Scenes of “A Ghost Scene”

The story brings together ghosts from across eras, each with their quirks and egos. From the sixties rebel in denim studs to the Victorian gent who might just be distantly related to Charles Dickens, the characters are as varied as the costumes they conjure. Add a confused newcomer fresh from the afterlife and a director with a mysterious plan, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for ghostly chaos.

But the heart of this story lies in the play within the story—Hamlet‘s infamous ghost scene. The group must rehearse around a live actor who doesn’t know his fellow cast members are spirits. What unfolds is a hilarious blend of missteps, misunderstandings, and the occasional sword conjured from thin air.

Why You’ll Love It

A Ghost Scene is a playful departure from the traditional ghost story. While it retains the otherworldly charm of my Thirteen Tales of Ghosts collection, it leans into the comedy of its concept. Imagine Hamlet as performed by ghosts, where the line between reality and performance blurs in surprising and delightful ways.

It’s also a story about connection. Despite their spectral status, these characters feel deeply alive—grappling with questions of identity, purpose, and what it truly means to belong. And amidst the laughter, there’s a quiet poignancy as the ghosts reflect on their lives and legacies.

Discover A Ghost Scene and More

A Ghost Scene is just one tale in my Thirteen Tales of Ghosts collection. Each story explores the theme of haunting in a unique way—sometimes eerie, sometimes heartfelt, and, as in this case, sometimes laugh-out-loud funny.

If you enjoy stories that blend humour with the supernatural, where quirky characters take centre stage and the unexpected is always around the corner, this is a tale you won’t want to miss.