Paranormal Author Encounters Spooky Clown Doll ‘Knock Knock Harry’

Fiona Dodwell, a paranormal author, recently experienced unsettling events after welcoming a clown doll named ‘Knock Knock Harry’ into her home. Initially intended as research for her upcoming book on haunted dolls, her interactions with Harry turned into a challenging and eerie exploration of the supernatural.

Fiona, who has long been fascinated by ghost stories, purchased the doll from two UK sisters who cautioned her that Harry seemed to possess a unique energy. Despite this warning, she adopted him, intrigued by the potential for firsthand insights into the world of supposedly cursed objects. “I thought, well, I’ve got nothing to lose,” she shared in an interview with a local publication.

As Fiona settled into life with Harry, she began to notice a series of strange occurrences. Initially, these manifested as subtle sensations, including goosebumps and cold spots around the doll. Although Fiona does not consider herself a psychic, she remarked on the significant feelings she experienced. “It happens, and it still happens a lot around him,” she noted.

The situation escalated when Fiona and her friends expressed discomfort at Harry’s seemingly watchful gaze. Visitors often requested that she turn the doll around, citing an unsettling sensation of being observed. Fiona recounted an instance where she repositioned Harry due to the intensity of this feeling.

Driven by curiosity, Fiona utilized a spirit box—a device often employed by paranormal investigators—to attempt communication with Harry. During one session, she claimed to hear a clear response: “Knock Knock Harry, hi,” which solidified her belief in the doll’s presence. However, subsequent attempts took a darker turn when Harry allegedly insulted her, calling her a b****. This encounter left Fiona feeling uneasy and wary of Harry’s energy.

To further explore their connection, Fiona employed touch sensor light balls, which would illuminate upon being touched, seemingly by an invisible force. Strikingly, the balls responded positively to her prompts, indicating Harry’s engagement. Fiona also reported hearing inexplicable knocking sounds around the doll, reinforcing her perception of Harry’s influence in her home.

Despite the unsettling interactions, Fiona has retained Harry as a permanent fixture in her household. She mentioned that, while there have been no further instances of verbal hostility, she continues to feel that intense sensation of being watched. She described how Harry seems to guide her, suggesting where he prefers to be positioned in her home.

Fiona’s experiences with Harry have significantly shaped her writing process for her book, A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls, which investigates various haunted doll cases globally. Among the notable stories are those of Ed and Lorraine Warren’s infamous Annabelle doll and the antique Robert the Doll, said to curse those who insult it. Fiona’s book includes interviews with paranormal experts and individuals who have had transformative encounters with haunted dolls.

A particularly eerie case that Fiona encountered during her research involved Harold the Doll, purchased by Anthony Quinata in 2004. Following his acquisition, Quinata reported a series of disturbing events, including injuries and even deaths. His experiences prompted him to write a book exploring the phenomena surrounding Harold. Fiona remarked, “That is one of the creepier cases because with Harold, there’s a question mark about where that negativity comes from.”

In crafting her book, Fiona opted for illustrations instead of photographs of the dolls, as she believes the latter might carry their own energy. She acknowledged the surprising number of reported cases of haunted dolls, noting that many stories go unrecognized outside of horror films. She explained, “It’s quite eye-opening to see.”

In her journey, Fiona has since welcomed a second haunted doll named Edna, gifted to her during her writing process. She believes Edna is haunted as well, though she has noticed a competitive dynamic between Edna and Harry, who seems to dominate the interactions. “Harry’s kind of bullied his way into some of these,” she stated, highlighting the challenges of communicating with both dolls.

Fiona advises those considering acquiring haunted objects to approach with caution, emphasizing the difference between reality and the portrayals seen in films. She expressed a passion for horror cinema but cautioned against underestimating the potential realities of haunted dolls.

For those intrigued by Fiona’s experiences or the broader world of haunted dolls, her book A Cursed Collection of Haunted Dolls promises a deep dive into eerie stories and encounters.