Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day Six: This Little Monster by Dori Elys, illustrated by Kathryn Selbert

For the littlest Halloween fans, this delightful little board book is a sweet treat. A play on “This Little Piggy,” readers join a community of monsters, ghouls, and spooky sorts as they prepare for a Halloween celebration. In the artwork, a shy little ghost peers from the shadows, hoping for an invitation. Adorable seasonal fun … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day Six: This Little Monster by Dori Elys, illustrated by Kathryn Selbert

Spooky Season 31-Book Countdown, Day Three: Stitch by Pádraig Kenny

Our pick for today is a favorite from this year, a middle grade retelling of Frankenstein with miles of heart and depth. When the wicked nephew of Professor Hardacre - Stitch’s creator - takes control of the lab, the titular reanimated hero and his friend Henry must escape and find their way in a world … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Book Countdown, Day Three: Stitch by Pádraig Kenny

Spooky Season 31-Book Countdown, Day Two: Hansel and Gretel by Stephen King, illustrated by Maurice Sendak

Yes, you read that right: the master of horror and the king of surrealist children’s books come together for this spine-tingling retelling of the classic folktale. King imbues the timeless tale of a lost brother and sister fending off a ravenous witch with a creeping sense of foreboding, which is perfectly paired with Sendak’s evocative … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Book Countdown, Day Two: Hansel and Gretel by Stephen King, illustrated by Maurice Sendak