Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)

Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
Author: Barbara Cantini
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2019-08-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1683356306

A rollicking mystery with an unexpected hero, this fully-illustrated chapter book continues the adventures of Ghoulia, a lovable, not-so-scary zombie. One dark and stormy night, Ghoulia’s cousin Dilbert comes to visit her at Crumbling Manor. She’s confused—she didn’t invite him, and it turns out that Dilbert’s a real grouch. He complains about everything! When Ghoulia tries to track down Auntie Departed to find out why she invited Dilbert, she finds that Auntie has vanished. Ghoulia can’t find her. And the doorbell won’t stop ringing. One after another, Ghoulia’s friends arrive—all with the same mysterious invitation in hand. As the gang searches Crumbling Manor for Auntie Departed, one of their own goes missing. Finally, Dilbert inadvertently solves the mystery in the greenhouse when he finds himself face-to-face with the sinister Chatterbox Ivy. Clue meets Little Shop of Horrors in this fun romp, which includes full-color illustrations and kid-friendly activities.

Ghoulia (Book 1)

Ghoulia (Book 1)
Author: Barbara Cantini
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2018-08-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1683353935

Ghoulia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved albino greyhound. But things aren’t as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor’s walls, but she can’t hide her pale green skin or the deep purple circles under her eyes. The other children will be afraid of her, and no one will want to be her friend. But when Halloween rolls around, Ghoulia hatches a brilliant plan. All the other, ordinary children will be dressed up like monsters, so Ghoulia can go out into the town and be entirely herself. In the end, all the kids realize that Ghoulia is (almost) just like them and learn that friendship can come in many forms.

Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4)

Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4)
Author: Barbara Cantini
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2021-09-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1647000912

In Book 4 of this Tim Burton–inspired chapter book series, Ghoulia and her family hit the road for summer vacation! Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Uncle Misfortune are ready for a vacation. They pack up their things and head to Fancy Manor to visit Cousin Dilbert and Auntie Witch. Fancy Manor is nice and rundown, and it’s on Lake Mystery—with lots of opportunity for swimming and other summer fun. But there’s a hitch in the plan. Because Fancy Manor seems abandoned, the town plans to reclaim the property in just a few days unless a living heir comes forward. Will Ghoulia be able to brew a Return to Life potion strong enough to convince the staff at town hall that this zombie family is actually alive?

Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)

Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
Author: Barbara Cantini
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2020-08-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1647001641

Book #3 in this fully illustrated, not-so-spooky chapter book series starring everyone’s favorite little zombie Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Tragedy the greyhound are back for another adventure at Crumbling Manor! They’re preparing for the annual Dead but Not Departed New Year’s Eve party. A young ghost arrives, and he seems to be fading away. Turns out, the ghost has forgotten his own name and is in danger of vanishing entirely—all because there’s no one left alive who remembers him. Not on Ghoulia’s watch! If she can help the ghost figure out his name, she’ll be able to keep him safe. But will Ghoulia be able to discover the truth before it’s too late? With all the hijinks and Tim Burton–style art that made Books #1 and #2 fan favorites, Book #3 is sure to deliver!

Willie Bea and the Time the Martians Landed

Willie Bea and the Time the Martians Landed
Author: Virginia Hamilton
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2016-01-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1504027507

An American Library Association Notable Book: In rural Ohio in 1938, twelve-year-old Willie Bea prepares for Halloween—and an alien invasion! Halloween is Willie Bea’s favorite holiday. Her relatives always visit, and everyone cooks, bakes, and tells stories. Best of all, the kids get to dress in costume and go trick-or-treating. But this Halloween is different. When Willie’s glamorous aunt Leah, who reads palms and wears sweet-smelling perfume, hears on the radio that aliens are coming to Earth, the entire family is petrified. Will the aliens come to their small Ohio town? What will they do when they arrive? Inspired by Orson Welles’s historic War of the Worlds radio broadcast, which terrified people across the country, Newbery and Coretta Scott King Award winner Virginia Hamilton tells a gripping, imaginative, and humorous story about a Depression-era family on their day of reckoning.

The Creepy Cathedral

The Creepy Cathedral
Author: Canasi
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1683425081

A wedding is a time to celebrate—unless it's being crashed by the church's resident ghost. Can the G.H.O.S.T. Squad help the spirit move on in time for their client's wedding? Features fast-paced action, diverse characters, and nonfiction resources.

Charlie Bumpers vs. the Squeaking Skull

Charlie Bumpers vs. the Squeaking Skull
Author: Bill Harley
Publisher: Holiday House
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2016-09-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1561457655

Can Charlie Bumpers face his fear of horror movies, come up with a genius costume, and enjoy Halloween? Fourth graders Charlie and Tommy have big plans for Halloween. They're going to trick-or-treat and sleep over at Alex's house. But when Charlie finds out that the entertainment at the party will be the "Scariest Horror Movies Ever," he is struck by panic. Charlie loves candy, he loves sleepovers with his friends, but he absolutely hates horror movies. There is yet another wrinkle in Charlie's Halloween plans. He is determined to win the big prize (ten movie tickets) that will be awarded for the best costume, but when he finally comes up with a genius prize-winning idea, he runs into an unexpected obstacle. How will Charlie be able to enjoy Halloween this year? Black and white illustrations throughout.

Catwoman's Halloween Heist

Catwoman's Halloween Heist
Author: Eric Fein
Publisher: Stone Arch Books
Total Pages: 57
Release: 2019-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1496586611

Barbara Gordon, the secret super hero Batgirl, has been invited to the biggest Halloween party of year. Unfortunately, she already agreed to spend time with Robin, her younger crime-fighting partner. Instead of arguing with her mentor, Batman, Barbara decides to bring Robin along. That night, the teens arrive at the costume party, hosted by a collector of Halloween artifacts. Suddenly, all of the lights go out! When they turn on, his prized artifact, a black cat made of rare diamonds, is missing! Now Batgirl and Robin must capture the feline felon who stole it. Just in time for Batman's 80th Anniversary, this action-packed chapter book also features a brand new Batman's Friends and Foes Roster and historical archives from the Caped Crusader's many years of fighting crime.

Black Adam and the Eternity War

Black Adam and the Eternity War
Author: Derek Fridolfs
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 89
Release: 2018-02-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1496560043

Black Adam has raised an army of zombies and seized control of the Rock of Eternity, which he uses to send the Wizard, the members of the Justice League, and Billy Batson back to ancient Egypt, and they will need all their skills to fight their way back to the present--but in the end it is little Billy who finds a way to defeat the supervillain.

Happy Halloween (Book 6)

Happy Halloween (Book 6)
Author: Wiley Blevins
Publisher:
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2019
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1634402626

Against their wishes, Bob makes Ick and Crud dress up for Halloween and enters them in a costume contest at the park.