Spookiest Stories Ever

Author: Roberta Simpson Brown
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
ISBN: 0813139473
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217

Book Description
A collection of haunting tales set among the landscapes and landmarks of the Bluegrass State. Tree branches scratching at your window on a stormy April night . . . The hot, sticky oppression of a stifling summer’s day . . . November leaves rustling as a chill sneaks into your bones . . . The darkened days of winter . . . No matter what the season, it’s always a good time for a ghost story. From masterful storytelling duo Roberta and Lonnie Brown comes Spookiest Stories Ever: Four Seasons of Kentucky Ghosts, a creepy collection of tales from their home state. Featuring familiar Kentucky landmarks such as the Palace Theater and the Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Louisville and Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, these accounts from across the commonwealth are sure to put a tingle in the reader’s spine. These notable stories, including tales of the “chime child” who can see and talk to ghosts, graveside appearances, and the Spurlington Witch of Taylor County, occur in all four seasons and come from every corner of Kentucky. An essential part of the American storytelling tradition, these ghost stories will delight those who love getting goose bumps all year long.

The Spookiest Campfire Stories

Author: S. E. Schlosser
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493032690
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 353

Book Description
Nothing goes better with gooey s’mores and a glowing campfire than a ghost story. Vampires, werewolves, witches, Bloody Mary, the Wendigo, and other frightening specters populate the pages of this compelling collection of S.E. Schlosser’s best ghost stories and her favorite horror classics from Edgar Allen Poe, Charles Dickens and more. From a mad logger to the headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow, these tales will send shivers up the spines of every camper. Look inside to find campfire tales like: ·Dracula’s Guest ·Jack O’Lantern ·Masque of the Red Death ·Wraith of the Creek ·One Last Head ·Dance with the Devil ·The Legend of Sleepy Hollow And many more!

Scary Story Reader

Author:
Publisher: august house
ISBN: 9780874833829
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
A collection of scary urban legends and other modern-day horror tales preserved by oral tradition, including "Hook-arm," "The Call from the Downstairs Phone," and "Give Me Back My Guts!"

Favorite Scary Stories of American Children

Author: Richard Young
Publisher: august house
ISBN: 9780874835632
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
A collection, selected by children as their favorites, of twenty-three spooky tales from a variety of ethnic traditions.

Scary Stories for Young Foxes

Author: Christian McKay Heidicker
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250181437
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251

Book Description
A 2020 Newbery Honor Recipient! Christian McKay Heidicker, author of the Thieves of Weirdwood trilogy, draws inspiration from Bram Stoker, H. P. Lovecraft and Edgar Allan Poe for his debut middle-grade novel, a thrilling portrait of survival and an unforgettable tale of friendship. "Clever and harrowing." —The Wall Street Journal "Into the finest tradition of storytelling steps Christian McKay Heidicker with these highly original, bone-chilling, and ultimately heart-warming stories. All that’s needed is a blazing campfire and a delicious plate of peaches and centipedes.” —Kathi Appelt, Newbery Award honoree and National Book Award finalist The haunted season has arrived in the Antler Wood. No fox kit is safe. When Mia and Uly are separated from their litters, they discover a dangerous world full of monsters. In order to find a den to call home, they must venture through field and forest, facing unspeakable things that dwell in the darkness: a zombie who hungers for their flesh, a witch who tries to steal their skins, a ghost who hunts them through the snow . . . and other things too scary to mention. Featuring eight interconnected stories and sixteen hauntingly beautiful illustrations, Scary Stories for Young Foxes contains the kinds of adventures and thrills you love to listen to beside a campfire in the dark of night. Fans of Neil Gaiman, Jonathan Auxier, and R. L. Stine have found their next favorite book. A Booklist 2019 Editors' Choice Selection

True Haunted Stories book

Author: Mehtab Ahme Khan
Publisher: Mehtab Ahmed Khan
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 133

Book Description
True Haunted Stories book All about Horror: 15 Creepy Haunted Stories Discover true Haunted and Horror Stories. All related to a house of secrets: conspiracy, spies, murder, and "ghosts". 1. Creepy Hospital Haunted Story 2. Walking Alone from School Horror Story 3. True GRAVEYARD Haunted Story 4. Haunted House Halloween Horror Story 5. The Night Shift | Easter | Scary Story 6. Creepy Night at the Office 7. HORROR at the VHS Rental Store 8. HAUNTING at the Crescent Hotel 9. NIGHTMARE at the Cinema 10. ALONE AT THE PARK 11. Creepy Shower College Story 12. Driving Alone At Night 13. Terrifying Valentines Horror Story 14. Haunted Cottage 15. TRUE Campfire Horror Story

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark: The Complete Collection

Author: Alvin Schwartz
Publisher: Scholastic UK
ISBN: 140719979X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 315

Book Description
"A wonderful collection of tales that range from creepy to silly to haunting. ...Gammell's drawings add just the right touch..." -- John Scieszka, Entertinment Weekly "Read these if you dare." -- The New York Times The iconic anthology series of horror tales that's soon to be a highly anticipated feature film! A classic collection of chillingly scary tales, collected and retold by Alvin Schwartz and featuring the original illustrations by lauded artist Steve Gammell. Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark contains some of the most alarming tales of horror, dark revenge, and supernatural events of all time. Walking corpses, dancing bones, and narrow escapes from death - they're all here in this chilling collection of ghost stories. Make sure you read these books with the light ON!

Scary Stories for English Class

Author: Walton Burns
Publisher: Alphabet Publishing
ISBN: 1956159118
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Looking for short stories to get your class in the Halloween spirit? Want to introduce your ESL students to some great American urban legends? Looking for quick and easy reads for the horror lover in your class? This collection of 16 classic creepy stories or urban legends are just the thing! Don't worry, they're classroom-safe with minimal gore or blood and maximum suspense and twist. A few are even funny or a bit touching. Introduce your class to: * The Hook - two friends drive off ripping the hook off of a hook-handed killer who was about to attack them * Don't Turn on the Lights - a college students' roommate is killed while she's in the room * The Last Ride - a boy who died on a Ferris wheel surprises a new fair worker * The Warning - a woman thinks the man flashing his high beams at her is a killer, but the truth is much worse! * Teddy Bear - a young woman discovers the ghost in her house loves stuffed animals as much as she does. and more.... The book also contains comprehension questions at the back that fit any story. Four story starter prompts let students create their own scary stories! It's perfect as a graded reader, a fun Halloween treat, or a the beginning of a writing unit for students to create their own scary stories.

Ghost Stories Book & Poltergeists Scary Stories Not for Kids

Author: Robert Manton
Publisher: Varton Publications
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 713

Book Description
Step into the chilling realm of the unknown with Ghost Stories Book & Poltergeists Scary Stories Not for Kids. This captivating anthology beckons you into a world where the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, inviting you on an extraordinary journey through the most perplexing and enduring enigmas that have haunted the human psyche for generations. From Denmark's Dragsholm Castle and England's Mermaid Inn to France's Château de Brissac, our journey begins in the depths of history, where spirits have lingered for centuries. Explore the Tower of London's chilling past, the enigmatic Hampton Court Palace, and other haunted palaces and castles. Even the most ordinary places can hide extraordinary secrets. The Ostrich Inn, Ballygally Castle, Hotel Provincial, and more reveal their haunting tales. We'll take you behind the bars of the Old Charleston Jail and the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. Uncover the mysteries of Trinidad and Tobago's Queen's Park Savannah, Italy's Poveglia Island, and the infamous Winchester Mystery House. Beware of the ancient Ram Inn and its restless spirits. Prepare to enter a world where the supernatural thrives, the unexplained awaits, and restless spirits bridge the past and present. Welcome to Ghost Stories Book & Poltergeists Scary Stories Not for Kids, where the paranormal becomes reality.