A ghost is having a very bad day. He feels like he hates EVERYTHING! Lucky for him, he has a good ghost friend to talk it through with. Because if he doesn’t really hate sweets or flowers or dressing up, and he definitely doesn’t hate his friend, then maybe he doesn’t hate everything after all…
Author Bio
Sophy Henn is an award-winning picture book author and illustrator with a master’s in illustration from the University of Brighton. She is the creator of the much-loved Bad Nana series, the Pom Pom series, the Ted board book series, and the nonfiction titles Lifesize and Lifesize Dinosaurs, among others. Her debut picture book, Where Bear?, was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. Sophy was the World Book Day Illustrator in 2015 and 2016.
DISCOVERY OF DRAGONS (Miriam’s Magical Creature Files #2) by Leah Cypess, illustrated by Sarah Lynne Reul ( ISBN: 9781419772429; Ages 6-9)
In this charming chapter book series about a young Orthodox Jewish girl, Miriam sets out to find the truth about all the magical mysteries in her world using her superior detective skills. When it’s time for Miriam’s class trip to the zoo, her sister swears that when she went on the trip, she found a secret dragon. Miriam is determined to find it too . . . if it’s even real.
GHOULIA AND THE SUNKEN SECRET (Book #5) by Barbara Cantini (ISBN: 9781419783845; Ages 6-9)
Halloween is approaching which means it’s time for the annual parade! While rummaging through the attic for costumes, Ghoulia stumbles upon an old memory box with a faded postcard—from her missing parents! With the help of all her friends, Ghoulia sets on a journey to crack open the mystery of her parents’ whereabouts before the trail gets too cold in the fifth book of this fun, full-color chapter book series. This book is just perfect for Halloween!
THE BEASTS BENEATH THE WINDS by Hanna Alkaf (On sale October 21; ISBN: 9781419770098; Ages 8-12)
A sweeping and magical story collection showcasing the mythical creatures of Southeast Asia, including work by two-time Newbery medalist Erin Entrada Kelly and National Book Award finalist Shing Yin Khor. Welcome to The Beasts Beneath the Winds, a collection of Southeast Asia’s most elusive cryptids by a team of bestselling and award-winning authors. Within these gorgeously illustrated pages, readers will find the stories of seventeen regular kids who encounter these mythical creatures in the here and now and live to tell the tale. I really liked the characters in this story!
THE FOREST OF A THOUSAND EYES by Frances Hardinge, illustrated by Emily Gravett (ISBN: 9781419777783; Ages 10-14) This original illustrated middle-grade fantasy from acclaimed author and illustrator duo Frances Hardinge and Emily Gravett follows a brave young girl who must journey into a wild, all-consuming forest that has swallowed her world. As she faces strange creatures and untold dangers, her mission is clear: to save her people and restore hope. A powerful tale of courage, resilience, and the strength of community, this unforgettable story is destined to become a modern classic. A very powerful story that middle-grade readers will enjoy!
This one isn’t out..yet! But, can be pre-ordered now!
THE TALE OF THE VANISHING CIRCUS (Are You Afraid of the Dark #3) by Kayla Cottingham (On sale November 25; ISBN: 9781419763540; Ages 10-14) The third spine-chilling book set in the world of Nickelodeon’s hit TV show Are You Afraid of the Dark? written by NYT-bestelling author Kayla Cottingham! On the night of the Blood Moon, thirteen-year-old friends Riley Beasley and Genna sneak out and investigate some strange lights that beckon from the woods. There the two friends discover a mysterious circus and its teenage ringleader, Starr. Soon, they can’t shake the feeling that something isn’t quite right. As the girls become more entrenched in Starr’s hypnotic world, their friendship faces the ultimate test. Will they be best friends forever? Or will the sinister truth tear them apart? If your child loves scary books, this one will definitely be a hit!
Self Disclosure: I received free books to facilitate this featured holiday post. Images were also provided.
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