Welcome to the online home of Mark Rees
Author • Cultural Historian • Speaker
“Mark Rees is arguably Wales’ leading authority on the curious and paranormal aspects of the country’s history”
– Western Mail
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About Mark
Mark Rees is a Welsh author, journalist and cultural historian who specialises in the rich heritage of Wales — from its art and architecture to its folklore, myths and haunted landmarks.
He also speaks internationally on the wider world of European art history and his personal passion, the Gothic — from Picasso to the paranormal, Van Gogh to vampires. A recognised authority on folklore and the uncanny, Mark is especially in demand around Halloween (spooky season is busy season!).
As a former Arts Editor with over two decades of experience in the media, Mark brings both depth and accessibility to his storytelling. His work bridges the academic and the atmospheric, whether discussing opera and oil paintings or Gothic ruins and ghost stories.
Mark Rees is a regular voice on radio and TV, including the BBC, and is a sought-after guest speaker at public events, festivals and — beginning in 2026 — on cruise ships and cultural tours.
He is currently researching a PhD in art history with a focus on Gothic visual culture and putting the finishing touches to two “dark” new books.
Books by Mark Rees
Mark is the author of more than ten non-fiction titles exploring Welsh history, folklore and culture, including the bestselling Ghosts of Wales series.
His books cover everything from “most haunted” castles to legendary figures, blending historical research with local storytelling to preserve and share the darker, more magical side of Wales’s past.
Titles like Paranormal Wales and Illustrated Tales of Wales are available from all major bookshops and online retailers (including Waterstones, where this very smiley photo was taken!).