Kids Horror Mystery

Calvin thought his camping trip to Camp Midnight would be the best day of his life, unlike another trip a few years ago. Along with his best friend and their families, they would be roasting s’mores around the campfire, hiking in the mountains, gazing at the vibrant fireworks display, and enjoying the last stretch of summer, before getting dumped with responsibilities from his teachers and his parents. Nothing can go wrong… right? But the moment their rented car breaks down, Calvin realizes this trip won’t be anything like he imagined. Strange things start to happen the closer they ...

When the lights go out, even familiar places can turn dangerous. Midnight Frights is an illustrated collection of twenty-two eerie short stories for readers ages 9–12 who love creepy mysteries, tense escapes, and twist endings that linger long after the last page. Each tale unfolds in an everyday location—a locker room, a storm drain, a root cellar, an abandoned greenhouse—where something is wrong, something is watching, and someone may not make it out the same. Paired with striking full-page artwork, every story pulls readers deeper into the darkness. Inside you’ll discover: • A ...

"...THREE KIDS INVESTIGATING A LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD "LEGEND" DISCOVER THAT THINGS THAT GO BUMP IN THE NIGHT COME COMPLETE WITH FUR, AND CLAWS, AND FANGS IN THIS ENGAGING, ATMOSPHERIC, COMING-OF-AGE, "TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD" MEETS "THE WOLFMAN" STYLE HORROR THRILLER" -- THE CREATURE FEATURE FEST BLOGSPOT He is the neighborhood legend who lives in every whispered warning about the dark, the shadows, and the things that go bump in the night. He is the thing nightmares were made of. The thing that parents warned their naughty children about when they'd say to them, "You'd better behave--Or else he...

☠️ Jump into My Nana is a Vampire—A Spooky, Thrilling Adventure for Preteens! 🧛 ith cool artwork by Linda Palomera-Terpe, every page crackles with excitement! Her illustrations bring this suspenseful, dark novella to life, making it unforgettable. 🖊️ From New York Times bestselling author T. R. Terhune, My Nana is a Vampire delivers a spellbinding tale of mystery, courage, and supernatural suspense. What’s it about? Join 10-year-old Wyatt and his extraordinary Nana, Colleen, as they tackle bullies, uncover family secrets, and face a looming supernatural threat in this slow-...

Are you a fan of Stephen King and Dean Koontz? If you're looking for something fresh and new, join the millions of readers who have already delved into the heart-pounding World's Scariest Legends. "Those who enjoy Stephen King, Dean Koontz, and other masters of supernatural suspense will relish The Dancing Plague's ability to move through time, relationships, and intrigue to question the roots of mass hysteria and paranormal experiences." —Midwest Book Review What would you get if you smashed together Stephen King's coming-of-age tale The Body (aka Stand by Me) with Richard Laymon's The ...

No one but Stephen King could tell this story about the darkness at the heart of the unknown and our compulsion to investigate the unexplained. With echoes of Dashiell Hammett's The Maltese Falcon and the work of Graham Greene, one of the world's great storytellers presents a surprising tale...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Freaky pleasure...it scratches a nostalgic itch for those who grew up on Saturday morning Scooby-Doo cartoons and sugar-bombed breakfast cereal" --USA Today "Deliriously wild, funny and imaginative. Cantero is an original voice." --Charles Yu, author of How to Live in...

Enroll in this boarding school thriller about a group of prep school elites who would kill to get into the college of their dreams...literally. "The Plastics meet the Heathers in this murder mystery about ruthless Ivy League ambition." -Kirkus Reviews "Twisty and thrilling...boarding school...

"Fans of The Exorcist and Hereditary will be gripped by this descent into darkness." A Whispered Truth That Shakes A Family To The Core. Ava O'Brien, 11, has always been quiet, attentive, and a touch unusual. But when she describes a horrifying day at school, complete with blindfolded classmates, a secret basement, masked strangers, and rituals too horrible to conceive, her parents are stunned. Ava's dread is palpable, her facts chillingly realistic, and her account difficult to dismiss. What starts as a nightmare for one kid gradually escalates into a mystery that threatens to undermine ...

THIS EDITION of Frankenstein not only retains the essence of Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking novel but also thoughtfully adapts the language for today’s readers. We have simplified complex vocabulary to make the story more accessible without compromising its original themes and emotional depth. Whether for casual reading, book clubs, classrooms, or family discussions, this edition offers a fresh yet faithful retelling of Frankenstein. Join Victor Frankenstein as he dares to play with the forces of creation, bringing to life a being unlike any other. Through gripping moments of horror, ...

For fans of the Goosebumps series by R.L. Stine and Lockwood & Co. comes a bone-chilling mystery about a boy who uncovers dark secrets hidden under the moonlight of his new neighborhood. Moving to a new neighborhood is tough, but for twelve-year-old Bryan Callahan...it's a nightmare. Twelve-year-old Bryan never wanted to move, but when his father’s latest invention fails, his family is forced to pack up their things and move to a house on Blacktree Lane. Bryan quickly realizes his new neighborhood is anything but normal. All the houses are eerily identical, and the new neighbors––...

*NOW A NETFLIX SERIES* In this spine-tingling next book of the Lockwood & Co series, the ghost-hunting gang take on terrifying new challenges. In the six months since Anthony, Lucy, and George survived a night in the most haunted house in England, Lockwood & Co. hasn't made much progress. Quill...

A haunted playground. A long-buried secret. And a ghost story that won’t stay quiet. When 12-year-old Emily and her friends explore an abandoned playground deep in the woods, they don’t expect to find cursed swings, vengeful spirits, or a mystery older than their town. But the haunted playground isn’t just spooky—it’s dangerous. And the ghost kids? They’re not ready to rest. As the line between past and present begins to blur, Emily must uncover the truth about the forgotten tragedy that cursed the land. With time running out and the hauntings intensifying, it’s up to her and ...

Welcome to Camp Creepout. You know the place—the fog rolls in heavy, the trees whisper your name, and the canoes? Well, they have teeth. When 11-year-old Josh and his best friend Cooper arrive at Camp Creepout, they expect some hiking, s’mores, and maybe a few bug bites. What they don’t expect is to be stalked by a wooden monster with paddles for arms and a taste for rule-breaking campers. Now it’s up to a crew of goofy, terrified kids, a glowing-eyebrowed counselor, and a lot of marshmallows to stop an ancient canoe uprising before the entire camp is eaten—one bunkmate at a time....

The Night of the Living Vines Some things should never be unearthed... When best friends Lily and Samantha discover strange vines overtaking Lily’s backyard garden, they think it’s just a weird plant growth spurt. But these vines are different—they twist and move on their own, creeping closer to the house with every passing day. As the vines grow more menacing, the girls dig deeper into their eerie origins and uncover an ancient secret buried beneath the soil. With the help of Mr. Howard, a local gardening expert, Lily and Samantha realize the vines aren’t just plants—they’re ...

*NOW A NETFLIX SERIES* In this spine-tingling next book of the Lockwood & Co series, the ghost-hunting gang take on terrifying new challenges. As a massive outbreak of supernatural Visitors baffles Scotland Yard and causes protests throughout London, Lockwood & Co. continue to demonstrate their...

You’re home alone, and there’s a knock on the door. You find two kids on the doorstep, and they demand you let them inside. But something is very wrong because their eyes are completely black. College professor and paranormal investigator Rand Casey doesn’t believe in the black-eyed kids. Stories of the alleged sinister, otherworldly kids knocking on doors and tricking people into letting them inside are unsubstantiated.

The Haunted Locker Some secrets are meant to stay locked away… When Ben Carter transfers to Crestwood Middle School, the last thing he expects is to end up with a haunted locker. But from the moment he’s assigned locker 113, strange things start happening. Shadows swirl in the darkened halls, chilling whispers echo through the school, and something sinister stirs beneath the floorboards of the old building. Along with his new friend Mia, Ben uncovers the terrifying history behind his locker—a history filled with disappearances, restless spirits, and a dark secret long buried in the ...

Welcome to Scarecrow Hollow – The Ultimate Middle Grade Horror Thriller That Will Haunt Your Imagination Dare to enter Scarecrow Hollow? If you’re brave enough, prepare yourself for a chilling middle grade horror story packed with haunted houses, vengeful spirits, and a mystery that refuses to stay buried. Once a peaceful farmhouse nestled near a decaying cornfield, now the epicenter of a terrifying urban legend. The ghost of old man Wilson, murdered by his own children, still walks the creaking halls, dragging victims from their beds and slamming every door shut. Outside, the scarecrow...

Between Dark and Light: Books 1–5 (Standalone Horror Stories for Kids) Step into the shadowy world of Between Dark and Light, a chilling collection of five standalone middle-grade horror novels where eerie secrets, supernatural forces, and brave young heroes collide. From cursed houses that age children overnight to hidden labs beneath haunted canyons, each tale delivers hair-raising suspense, mystery, and just enough magic to keep readers flipping pages deep into the night. Inside this bundle, you’ll discover: The Old Person Curse – When twelve-year-old Azie starts aging overnight, ...