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Bone-Chilling Books for Kids

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Tales for young readers who enjoy a little spookiness in their stories.

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Beneath the Bed and Other Scary Stories

Beneath the Bed and Other Scary Stories

by Brallier, Max

Easy Reader - 2019

What is hiding under the bed? What is scratching at the window? Find out in "New York Times" best-selling author Max Brallier's scary stories co...Show more What is hiding under the bed? What is scratching at the window? Find out in "New York Times" best-selling author Max Brallier's scary stories collection. These five spine-chilling stories will have beginner readers everywhere begging to stay up late to read (with the light on!). Show less

What is hiding under the bed? What is scratching at the window? Find out in "New York Times" best-selling author Max Brallier's scary stories co...Show more What is hiding under the bed? What is scratching at the window? Find out in "New York Times" best-selling author Max Brallier's scary stories collection. These five spine-chilling stories will have beginner readers everywhere begging to stay up late to read (with the light on!). Show less

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Beware the Glop!

Beware the Glop!

by Behling, Steve

Book - 2017

Drip. Drop. That's how it starts. When Ben Lee and his sister, Cindy, discover a creature from another planet taking over the town statue, their lives get...Show more Drip. Drop. That's how it starts. When Ben Lee and his sister, Cindy, discover a creature from another planet taking over the town statue, their lives get a whole lot... stickier. With the help of famous monster expert Kid Kaiju, Ben and Cindy must battle the most dangerous (and slimiest) creature yet—the Glop! Show less

Drip. Drop. That's how it starts. When Ben Lee and his sister, Cindy, discover a creature from another planet taking over the town statue, their lives get...Show more Drip. Drop. That's how it starts. When Ben Lee and his sister, Cindy, discover a creature from another planet taking over the town statue, their lives get a whole lot... stickier. With the help of famous monster expert Kid Kaiju, Ben and Cindy must battle the most dangerous (and slimiest) creature yet—the Glop! Show less

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Creepy Carrots!

Creepy Carrots!

by Reynolds, Aaron

Picture Book - 2012

Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school. He eats them going to Little League. He eats them walking home. Until the day the carrots start following him... or are they? Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school. He eats them going to Little League. He eats them walking home. Until the day the carrots start following him... or are they? Show less

Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school. He eats them going to Little League. He eats them walking home. Until the day the carrots start following him... or are they? Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school. He eats them going to Little League. He eats them walking home. Until the day the carrots start following him... or are they? Show less

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Don't Turn Out the Lights

Don't Turn Out the Lights

A Tribute to Alvin Schwartz's Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

Book - 2020

Flesh-hungry ogres? Brains full of spiders? Haunted houses you can’t escape? This collection of 35 terrifying stories from the Horror Writers Association ...Show more Flesh-hungry ogres? Brains full of spiders? Haunted houses you can’t escape? This collection of 35 terrifying stories from the Horror Writers Association has it all, including ghastly illustrations from Iris Compiet that will absolutely chill readers to the bone. So turn off your lamps, click on your flashlights, and prepare—if you dare—to be utterly spooked. Show less

Flesh-hungry ogres? Brains full of spiders? Haunted houses you can’t escape? This collection of 35 terrifying stories from the Horror Writers Association ...Show more Flesh-hungry ogres? Brains full of spiders? Haunted houses you can’t escape? This collection of 35 terrifying stories from the Horror Writers Association has it all, including ghastly illustrations from Iris Compiet that will absolutely chill readers to the bone. So turn off your lamps, click on your flashlights, and prepare—if you dare—to be utterly spooked. Show less

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Even More Short & Shivery

Even More Short & Shivery

Thirty Spine-tingling Tales

by San Souci, Robert D

Book - 2003

Forty-five hair-raising stories from around the world fill this spooky collection with delicious shivers and spine-tingling chills. There's something here for everyone who likes a good shudder... but be prepared for goosebumps! Forty-five hair-raising stories from around the world fill this spooky collection with delicious shivers and spine-tingling chills. There's something here for everyone who likes a good shudder... but be prepared for goosebumps! Show less

Forty-five hair-raising stories from around the world fill this spooky collection with delicious shivers and spine-tingling chills. There's something here for everyone who likes a good shudder... but be prepared for goosebumps! Forty-five hair-raising stories from around the world fill this spooky collection with delicious shivers and spine-tingling chills. There's something here for everyone who likes a good shudder... but be prepared for goosebumps! Show less

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Ghost in the House

Ghost in the House

by Paquette, Ammi-Joan

Picture Book - 2013

When a little ghost goes slip-sliding down the hallway, he suddenly hears a groan. Turns out it’s only a friendly mummy, who shuffles along with the ghost...Show more When a little ghost goes slip-sliding down the hallway, he suddenly hears a groan. Turns out it’s only a friendly mummy, who shuffles along with the ghost, until they encounter... a monster! As the cautious explorers continue, they find a surprise at every turn—and add another adorably ghoulish friend to the count. But you’ll never guess who's the scariest creature in the house. Show less

When a little ghost goes slip-sliding down the hallway, he suddenly hears a groan. Turns out it’s only a friendly mummy, who shuffles along with the ghost...Show more When a little ghost goes slip-sliding down the hallway, he suddenly hears a groan. Turns out it’s only a friendly mummy, who shuffles along with the ghost, until they encounter... a monster! As the cautious explorers continue, they find a surprise at every turn—and add another adorably ghoulish friend to the count. But you’ll never guess who's the scariest creature in the house. Show less

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The Ghostly Tales of Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses

The Ghostly Tales of Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses

by Telgen, Diane

Book - 2021

Did you know that the former keeper of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse still keeps his watch, despite having been dead for over a hundred years? Or that a...Show more Did you know that the former keeper of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse still keeps his watch, despite having been dead for over a hundred years? Or that a mysterious young girl searches for playmates at the Marquette Island Lighthouse? Can you believe that the poltergeist at Waugoshance Shoal Lighthouse loves to play pranks on visitors? Pulled right from history, these ghostly tales will change the way you see Michigan's coast, and have you sleeping with the light on. Show less

Did you know that the former keeper of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse still keeps his watch, despite having been dead for over a hundred years? Or that a...Show more Did you know that the former keeper of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse still keeps his watch, despite having been dead for over a hundred years? Or that a mysterious young girl searches for playmates at the Marquette Island Lighthouse? Can you believe that the poltergeist at Waugoshance Shoal Lighthouse loves to play pranks on visitors? Pulled right from history, these ghostly tales will change the way you see Michigan's coast, and have you sleeping with the light on. Show less

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The Haunted House Next Door

The Haunted House Next Door

by Miedoso, Andres

Book - 2017

Welcome to Kersville, a town with a spooky history and a collection of ghosts and spirits who are major mischief-makers. Most kids spend their days withou...Show more Welcome to Kersville, a town with a spooky history and a collection of ghosts and spirits who are major mischief-makers. Most kids spend their days without ever seeing or dealing with a ghost, but some kids get stuck with a haunt. When that happens, they call Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol. Desmond is the hall monitor of ghosts and monsters. There’s no job too spooky, icky or risky for Desmond. Show less

Welcome to Kersville, a town with a spooky history and a collection of ghosts and spirits who are major mischief-makers. Most kids spend their days withou...Show more Welcome to Kersville, a town with a spooky history and a collection of ghosts and spirits who are major mischief-makers. Most kids spend their days without ever seeing or dealing with a ghost, but some kids get stuck with a haunt. When that happens, they call Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol. Desmond is the hall monitor of ghosts and monsters. There’s no job too spooky, icky or risky for Desmond. Show less

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Horror in Michigan

Horror in Michigan

by Merwin, E.

Book - 2020

Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be ...Show more Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be disappointed—but will you make it out alive? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Michigan's spookiest spots. Show less

Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be ...Show more Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be disappointed—but will you make it out alive? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Michigan's spookiest spots. Show less

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How to Make Friends With A Ghost

How to Make Friends With A Ghost

by Green, Rebecca

Picture Book - 2017

What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favorite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost be...Show more What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favorite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost bedtime stories (ghosts love to be read to). Three: Make sure no one mistakes your ghost for whipped cream or a marshmallow when you aren't looking. If you follow these few simple steps and the rest of the essential tips in "How to Make Friends with a Ghost," you'll see how a ghost friend will lovingly grow up and grow old with you. A whimsical story about ghost care, Rebecca Green's debut picture book is a perfect combination of offbeat humor, quirky and sweet illustrations, and the timeless theme of friendship. Show less

What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favorite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost be...Show more What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favorite snacks, like mud tarts and earwax truffles. Two: Tell your ghost bedtime stories (ghosts love to be read to). Three: Make sure no one mistakes your ghost for whipped cream or a marshmallow when you aren't looking. If you follow these few simple steps and the rest of the essential tips in "How to Make Friends with a Ghost," you'll see how a ghost friend will lovingly grow up and grow old with you. A whimsical story about ghost care, Rebecca Green's debut picture book is a perfect combination of offbeat humor, quirky and sweet illustrations, and the timeless theme of friendship. Show less

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I Want My Light On!

I Want My Light On!

by Ross, Tony

Picture Book - 2010

Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed? Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed? Show less

Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed? Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed? Show less

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I Want to Be in A Scary Story

I Want to Be in A Scary Story

by Taylor, Sean

Picture Book - 2017

Our author would like to write a funny story, but his main character Monster has a different idea. He wants to be the star of a chilling, petrifying, utte...Show more Our author would like to write a funny story, but his main character Monster has a different idea. He wants to be the star of a chilling, petrifying, utterly terrifying scary story. But scary stories... well, they can be very scary, especially for their characters. Particularly when they involve dark forests and creepy witches and spooky houses. Yikes, this is definitely not the scary story Monster had in mind! Show less

Our author would like to write a funny story, but his main character Monster has a different idea. He wants to be the star of a chilling, petrifying, utte...Show more Our author would like to write a funny story, but his main character Monster has a different idea. He wants to be the star of a chilling, petrifying, utterly terrifying scary story. But scary stories... well, they can be very scary, especially for their characters. Particularly when they involve dark forests and creepy witches and spooky houses. Yikes, this is definitely not the scary story Monster had in mind! Show less

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Never Kick A Ghost

Never Kick A Ghost

And Other Silly Chillers

by Sierra, Judy

Easy Reader - 2011

A pirate bride who sinks with her ship, a ghost that gets ever larger, and a big slobbery monster with long green fingers and floppy purple lips are just ...Show more A pirate bride who sinks with her ship, a ghost that gets ever larger, and a big slobbery monster with long green fingers and floppy purple lips are just a few of the characters who populate this collection of silly, spooky tales collected and retold by folklorist Judy Sierra. Show less

A pirate bride who sinks with her ship, a ghost that gets ever larger, and a big slobbery monster with long green fingers and floppy purple lips are just ...Show more A pirate bride who sinks with her ship, a ghost that gets ever larger, and a big slobbery monster with long green fingers and floppy purple lips are just a few of the characters who populate this collection of silly, spooky tales collected and retold by folklorist Judy Sierra. Show less

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The Phantom Cat of the Opera

The Phantom Cat of the Opera

by Wood, David

Picture Book - 2001

Under the Paris Opera House lives a disfigured musical genius who uses music to win the love of a beautiful opera singer. This retelling has a feline cast that serves as an elegant introduction to Gaston Leroux's timeless story. Under the Paris Opera House lives a disfigured musical genius who uses music to win the love of a beautiful opera singer. This retelling has a feline cast that serves as an elegant introduction to Gaston Leroux's timeless story. Show less

Under the Paris Opera House lives a disfigured musical genius who uses music to win the love of a beautiful opera singer. This retelling has a feline cast that serves as an elegant introduction to Gaston Leroux's timeless story. Under the Paris Opera House lives a disfigured musical genius who uses music to win the love of a beautiful opera singer. This retelling has a feline cast that serves as an elegant introduction to Gaston Leroux's timeless story. Show less

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Poesy the Monster Slayer

Poesy the Monster Slayer

by Doctorow, Cory

Picture Book - 2020

Once her parents are off to bed, Poesy excitedly awaits the monsters that creep into her room. With the knowledge she's gained from her trusty Monster Book and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, a vampire and much more. Once her parents are off to bed, Poesy excitedly awaits the monsters that creep into her room. With the knowledge she's gained from her trusty Monster Book and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, a vampire and much more. Show less

Once her parents are off to bed, Poesy excitedly awaits the monsters that creep into her room. With the knowledge she's gained from her trusty Monster Book and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, a vampire and much more. Once her parents are off to bed, Poesy excitedly awaits the monsters that creep into her room. With the knowledge she's gained from her trusty Monster Book and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, a vampire and much more. Show less

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The Shadow Hand

The Shadow Hand

by Shepherd, Kat

Book - 2018

"The Baby-Sitter’s Club" meets "Goosebumps" as a diverse group of friends encounter supernatural problems on their babysitting gigs. The typical babysitting job just got a whole lot scarier! "The Baby-Sitter’s Club" meets "Goosebumps" as a diverse group of friends encounter supernatural problems on their babysitting gigs. The typical babysitting job just got a whole lot scarier! Show less

"The Baby-Sitter’s Club" meets "Goosebumps" as a diverse group of friends encounter supernatural problems on their babysitting gigs. The typical babysitting job just got a whole lot scarier! "The Baby-Sitter’s Club" meets "Goosebumps" as a diverse group of friends encounter supernatural problems on their babysitting gigs. The typical babysitting job just got a whole lot scarier! Show less

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Substitute Creacher

Substitute Creacher

by Gall, Chris

Picture Book - 2011

Mr. Creacher, a multi-tentacled substitute teacher, warns his prankish students not to misbehave, recounting rhyming cautionary tales of the weird, spooky and unexpected. Mr. Creacher, a multi-tentacled substitute teacher, warns his prankish students not to misbehave, recounting rhyming cautionary tales of the weird, spooky and unexpected. Show less

Mr. Creacher, a multi-tentacled substitute teacher, warns his prankish students not to misbehave, recounting rhyming cautionary tales of the weird, spooky and unexpected. Mr. Creacher, a multi-tentacled substitute teacher, warns his prankish students not to misbehave, recounting rhyming cautionary tales of the weird, spooky and unexpected. Show less

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