8 spine-tingling reads for Halloween

8 spine-tingling reads for Halloween

Halloween is approaching, and we have a collection of creepy tales with ghosts, ghouls and all things that go bump in the night! From a haunted theme park to a ghost who is too cute to be scary, there’s a book here for every reader looking for a thrill!

“Snappily paced; Boo is an endearing protagonist; and the humor in both text and mixed-media art will keep readers engaged.”

– The Horn Book

Ages 3–5

“A beautifully and sweetly written story…Parents and children alike will reach for this comforting bedtime story that is set to become a classic.”

– CM: Canadian Review of Materials

Ages 3–5

In this illustrated early chapter book, Lark and Connor are asked to solve two mysteries in one day! When pets go missing from the local fair and Sophie’s house appears to be haunted, the Ba twins have only a little time to figure out a lot of problems.

Ages 6–8

In this illustrated early chapter book, a group of friends spend their summer helping restore a haunted mill and end up in a feature film while they are doing it.

Ages 6–8

“Will have readers of all ages looking for monsters under the bed, in the hallways at school, behind the walls, and even inside themselves. This frightening, darkly fun anthology is perfect kids’ horror.”

– Spooky Kid Lit blog

Ages 9–12

In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, Buddy tries to impress his big brother by spending the night in a haunted theme park.

Ages 9–12

“An immersive, page-turning ghost hunt.”

– Kirkus Reviews

Ages 9–12

“John Lekich has written a fast-paced murder mystery that’s suspenseful, heartwarming and wonderfully funny. Do yourself a favor and book a reservation at the Hotel Hopeless. Once you’ve checked in, you’ll never want to leave.” —Mark Leiren-Young, author of the Leacock Award for Humour winner Never Shoot a Stampede Queen

Ages 12+

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