Spine-tingling Stories for Middle Graders

A group of kids in Halloween costumers look at a book.

These gripping tales full of zombies, haunted houses, and other supernatural scares will keep middle graders turning pages late into the night. 

Ghost Squad

Ghost Squad

Perfect for those who like spooky--but not too spooky! Lucely, along with her best friend, grandmother, and Chuck the tubby tabby, work to together to reverse the curse Lucely accidently unleashed.

Hide And Don't Seek

Hide And Don't Seek

A face paced short story collection perfect for new middle grade readers, reluctant readers, and children who are looking for a quick scare!

Liars’ Room

Liars’ Room

Twins Stella and Alex know their stepbrother is a liar, but what if this time he isn’t? Will the siblings be able to put aside their differences before it’s too late?

Nightbooks

Nightbooks

Alex loves scary stories, and so does the witch that’s entrapped him. Read it before you watch the movie!

Scary Stories for Young Foxes

Scary Stories for Young Foxes

Delightfully dark short story collection told from the point of view of a fox. The surprisingly creepy tales are not for the faint of heart!

Spirit Hunters

Spirit Hunters

Seventh grader Harper Raine knows there is something off with her new house.

This Town is Not All Right

This Town is Not All Right

Twelve year old twins move to a new town for a fresh start, immediately things don’t seem right.

The Girl in the Locked Room

The Girl in the Locked Room

A story told from two points of view which eventually connect in a chilling conclusion.