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A little dead girl has a stay at a hospital run by ineffective birds. That's the very quick way of saying it all, but then you leave out the animal with 3 legs and a dark spiral on its fur, as well as the girl made of moving copper parts. And the hunter with his blood-thirsty hounds. And all those witches, too!

Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime with this thrilling collection of short stories for kids ages 9-11. Join a group of friends as they confront the truth about an urban legend, a girl as she uncovers a powerful witch's control over her town, a boy as he discovers the dark secrets of his family's past, a family as they move into a new house only to find out it's haunted, a boy as he finds a mysterious object in the attic that has the power to control the weather, a girl as she must unravel the mystery of a cursed object that causes everyone who touches it to die, a school trip to an old museum turns into a nightmare when the students become trapped by a haunted exhibit, and a boy as he discovers that his new best friend is actually a shape-shifting demon in disguise. These stories are filled with mystery, adventure, and supernatural elements that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With lovable characters, unexpected twists, and a dash of humor, these stories will transport you to a world of wonder and excitement. Don't miss out on this must-read collection for all young readers!

When Vera receives a scholarship to an elite tech school, she thinks the hardest part will be making friends. Turns out there are darker things at Morton Tech. Evil things worse than bullies. Like demons. After a face-stealing demon only Vera can see appears, she realizes she's the only one who can stop it. She's going to have to use all her wits, and the confidence she's gained from living with a facial difference and Osteogenesis Imperfecta ("Brittle Bone Disease"), to save her friends.Will she find the strength to face her own fears and learn what it means to be a hero? Or will the demon escape the school and wreak havoc on the world?Join Vera Warden on her adventures as she confronts demons, ghosts, mean teachers, and maybe even a few bullies. Vera Warden and the Two-Faced Demon is the thrilling first book in a new creepy series. If you like tough girls, chilling secrets, and wild adventures, then you'll love J. Rose's goosebump-raising mystery.

Halloween has always been a huge deal in Buford, Georgia. The whole town really gets behind decorating and celebrating the spirit of Halloween. For Emily and her family, it always meant more. From competing in the home decorating contest, to being sure to attend all the city's festivities. Halloween and horror were a way of life for Emily's artistic family growing up. But over the years, Emily began to notice that Halloween started to change. People weren't using scary decorations or dressing up in frightening costumes anymore. It was all just silly or cute stuff these days. She wanted nothing more than for Halloween to be scary again...she would soon find out that the mind is a powerful thing.

"The Hunter's Curse" is a thrilling novel that will keep you captivated from the first page to the last. In this action-packed adventure, a cursed vampire hunter fights tirelessly to keep evil vampires at bay while also trying to break her curse. With each reincarnation, she is the only one who remembers her vampire friend Marcello, and together, they navigate a dark and dangerous world filled with unimaginable obstacles.Perfect for fans of fantasy and supernatural fiction, "The Hunter's Curse" offers a unique twist on the genre with its cursed protagonist and vampire companion. With the inclusion of witchcraft, referred to as Naturals in the book, readers are treated to a fresh and unique perspective on the supernatural genre.With quotes and endorsements from established authors and experts, "The Hunter's Curse" is sure to impress even the most discerning reader. Its barcode encryption ensures it will be recommended to the intended target audience, giving it maximum visibility and exposure.Readers will be left feeling both satisfied and wanting more after experiencing this exhilarating journey. Don't miss out on "The Hunter's Curse" - a novel that offers a perfect balance of action, intrigue, and compelling characters that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

'Død, splat og pelsdyr' er en serie om Alvin, der får en gammel egyptisk amulet foræret af sin seje Indiana Jones-agtige granonkel … men samtidig bliver Alvin de døde kæledyrs vogter.Eller rettere de ikke-helt-så-døde kæledyrs vogter: Hvis et kæledyr omkommer, men har "uafsluttede sager" i vores verden, kan det ikke finde fred.Denne bog begynder ret fredeligt, da Alvin hos nogle venner leger med de tre hyggelige marsvin Torden, Lyn og Bulder ... uden at ane den fare, naboens "kæledyr" udgør. Og så viser det sig endda, at naboen er ingen andre end Alvins ærkefjende fra skolen!Bøgerne i serien 'Død, splat og pelsdyr' kan læses selvstændigt og i vilkårlig rækkefølge. I de andre bøger kan du læse om en halvdød hamster, en stresset zombie-kat, en ildelugtende hund, en mafioso-guldfisk, en glødende grøn kanin og en ret underlig undulat.

Jasmine has the mission as a rogue vampire assassin to chase down a rogue in Wales. When she meets Stasio, she thinks he could provide a cover for her as her pseudo-boyfriend while she eliminates the rogue. But another assassin, who keeps stealing her missions, thwarts her. The next thing she knows, he claims Stasio is a rogue vampire! No way! Stasio is a Welsh prince escaping the Dallas League of Vampires-with his three prince friends, and a witch, who his friend had turned and is now one of them-to return to their native Wales where they were also considered rogues. They'd tried to overthrow their League centuries earlier, lost their castles, and had fled. Surely, no one would ever think they would return. But then everything is turned upside down and Jasmine is stuck running as a rogue with Stasio and his friends. But that's not the end of it. When they arrive in Scotland to flee the peril, a group of Scottish vampires want to overthrow their own League and they want the princes to help them. Do they do it and risk it all? Will Jasmine leave them and find her own way? If they help them fight the vampire elders and lose like they did with their own League centuries ago, will they survive this time? These are the questions they have to answer before they get themselves even more over their heads than they already are and lose them this time.

Ages 8 - 12. Interactive Adventures. 10 possible endings. 17 potential trails.Can you solve the mystery and escape The Midnight Manor?When you and your mum are forced to stop driving and face the mysterious fog that has devoured the road ahead, you are faced with your first twist in your path! Will you hop out of the car and seek sanctuary at the eerie Midnight Manor? Or will you bunker down in the car and let your mum investigate on her own?This is just one of many forks in the road, where you must choose your path!What readers are saying about this book: "10/10! If I had a book club, I would definitely recommend this book!" - 9 year old"It's so mysterious, it's MIST-ERIOUS! I love it!" - 9 year old"Awesome book, super fun to read!" - 10 year old"Spook-tastic! The narrator creates an intimate reading experience, as she escorts the reader every step of the way through a myriad of twists and turns, allowing the reader to become the protagonist and drive the story in their chosen direction. I had so much fun!'Will you end up a midnight snack for a hungry night howler? Or perhaps you'll join the ranks of resident walking dead? There is always the possibility that you will escape with all of your limbs in tact... but really.. where's the fun in that?In the end, you, and you alone will determine how twisted your trail becomes.Welcome, to the Midnight Manor.

"Following the clues left behind, Theo and Alexander find themselves at Siren's Song Seaside Amusement Park, where they must work together to escape, stop their newfound nemesis Essa, save Wil and their friends, and find their parents"--

"Even with the blood, rituals, and resurrections, the most surprising thing about the summer of 2003 was Ivy Wexler."When offered a chance to avoid summer school, goth girl Frankie Tanner reluctantly agrees to help Ivy Wexler, a cheerleader who has just resurrected her cat in preparation for bigger and better (dead) things.Perfect for people who wanted The Craft to be sapphic.BABYLOVE is a dark sapphic romance YA novella, and is a companion series to the ZOMBABE trilogy.

Secret girlfriends Ivy and Frankie just want to get through high school and escape their dying town.But Bulldeen's dark magic isn't done with them yet - animals die mysteriously, ex-boyfriends loom, and secrets strain to be revealed.And in the midst of everything: Homecoming. Will the girls be able to steal a dance, or will darkness bury them before they make it underneath the disco ball?The BABYLOVE series is a companion series to the ZOMBABE trilogy. SUGARSNAP takes place in between ZOMBABE #1 and #2.

ENDELIG FORENET!De forenede mytiske helte er klar til at tage kampen op mod Samleren. Men Samleren begår en ufattelig forbrydelse, der kan føre til hele menneskehedens udslettelse, og spørgsmålet er, om Enhjørningen, Griffen og Minotauren i fællesskab er stærke nok til at frelse verden fra mørket.

Liam, a 10-year-old boy, and Boo, an 8-year-old girl, are two kids from Chicago, Illinois sleeping comfortably in their family's vacation home in Iron River, Michigan. Their vacation home, far from the big city lights and crowded, bustling streets, borders the Ottawa National Forest and rests peacefully a few yards away from the vibrant waters of Sunset Valley Lake. Tonight, the cool air from the lake mixes with the heat of the day and creates a dense fog while the Sturgeon Moon rises in the twilight. Suddenly, Liam is startled by a chilling howl outside his bedroom window. That's when Liam sees the beast for the first time. Its terrifying yellow eyes pierce back at him through the darkness. Liam tries to warn his family of what's out there, but no one believes him. His father assures him that it's his imagination and the forest is home to black bears and grey wolves. But is the forest and this small summer town harboring a primal evil? How long has this evil plagued this area? Who else is aware of what lurks in the surrounding woods? And how can this beast be stopped before anyone else goes missing? Only Liam, Boo, and their crew of friends can solve this mystery. Follow Liam and Boo in the first installment of the Liam and Boo series, which features our main characters in a thrilling and mysterious adventure.

"After his father returns from treatment for addiction, highschooler Vish -- lover of metal music and literature -- is uncertain what the future holds. It doesn't help that everyone seems to know about the family's troubles, and they stand out doubly as one of the only brown families in town. When Vish is mistaken for a relative of the weird local bookseller and attacked by an unsettling pale man who seems to be decaying, he is pulled into the world of the occult, where witches live in television sets, undead creatures can burn with a touch, and magic is mathematical. Vish must work with the bookstore owner and his mysterious teenage employee, Gisela, to stop an interdimensional invasion that would destroy their peaceful town. Bringing together scares, suspense, and body horror, The Grimmer is award-winning author Naben Ruthnum's first foray into the young adult genre. This gripping ride through the supernatural is loaded with vivid characters, frightening imagery, and astonishing twists, while tackling complex issues such as grief, racism, and addiction."--

Deception has consequences, and Tom is about to learn his lesson. After filming a prank video with his friends, the world is turned upside-down and violent. He's going to have to keep his wits about him as he takes a crash course in survival. Vampires were just overused fairytale characters before, but now hey are real and dangerous. Tom is finding that it is hard to focus on survival when you keep blaming yourself for the disaster.

Introducing "Stella and the Werewolves," the enchanting children's book that will transport your little ones to a magical world of bravery, friendship, and diversity! Join Stella as she embarks on a daring adventure to find her lost kitten, Cupcake, in the forbidden forest. Along the way, she meets a loving werewolf family led by Flower, the gentle and kind-hearted elder sister, and Sparkles, the playful younger sibling. Despite the town's fears and misconceptions about werewolves, Stella forms an unlikely friendship with them and together, under the moon's magical glow, they set out to rescue Cupcake.This heart-warming tale of bravery and compassion will inspire young readers to embrace diversity and see beyond appearances. "Stella and the Werewolves" is a perfect example of girl heroes leading the charge and changing the world one act of kindness at a time. With its engaging storyline and vivid illustrations, this children's book is sure to become a cherished favorite for years to come.Don't miss out on this captivating tale of friendship and adventure! Get your hands on "Stella and the Werewolves" today and give your little ones a gift they'll cherish forever.

Halloween hi-jinks!Instead of going trick-or-treating this year, Trix, Darren, and Darby are headed to the local children's hospital to help out. The Boggartys are putting on a Halloween theater show for the kids! A hilarious new re-telling of the classic "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," with Mr. Boggarty starring as the strange and terrifying...Headless Ballerina.All the young patients, grownups, doctors and nurses enjoy the funny spoof...until a strange green mist covers the stage and the elderly actors mysteriously disappear. After the nurses have evacuated the room...Trix, Darren, Darby-and their new friends Laurel and Jonesy-are accidentally left behind.Shadows appears! Creatures growl and hiss! Glowing heads fill the rooms! And Darby's greatest fear-the mythical Australian bunyip-suddenly shows up to ruin their night.Will Trix and her friends make it out of the haunted hospital? Or will the Boy Named Hoo take them away to the 27th dimension?Get ready for a thrilling (and haunted) Halloween mystery!The spooky adventure starts here - order now!A perfect fit for fans of: Dan Gutman, Roald Dahl, Magic Tree House, Zoey and Sassafras, Legend of the Star Runner, Isadora Moon, Harriet the Spy, Nate the Great, Case Closed, A to Z Mysteries, Dory Fantasmagory, The Princess in Black, Dragon Masters, or Junkyard Adventures book series.

THE DEAD DO NOT REST TILL THEY GET WHAT THEY WANT. You have arrived in the hills. In here, you are surrounded by dense, menacing forests, enveloped in a deadly silence . . . You never know what lurks here in the cold, dark night. Do not walk alone after sunset in the hills. A beautiful woman in white haunts the lonely pathways, looking to enchant and ensnare men . . . All the people who died in accidents here . . . They say you hear their screams at night. And the deserted lodges sitting amidst lush greenery and calm streams . . . Spirits lie in wait here, ready to prey on the living. There are sceptics who did not heed these warnings. They tried to rationalize what they saw, what they felt. But when they came face to face with the beings that they believed didn't exist, they couldn't run away anymore . . . Ghosts of the Silent Hills is a collection that will make your nights a little scarier, encompassing the very best spine-chilling stories based on true hauntings.