Stranger Things: Hawkins Horrors

Name: Stranger Things: Hawkins Horrors
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241786291
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A Collection of Terrifying Tales

By Stranger Things and Matthew J. Gilbert

Series: Stranger Things

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A collection of tales from the thrilling world of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things! Prepare to visit the darkest and most chilling corners of Hawkins. Dustin, Lucas, Max, and their friends want to rent videos one night. But when a blackout changes their plans, they swap... Read More

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A collection of tales from the thrilling world of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things!

Prepare to visit the darkest and most chilling corners of Hawkins.

Dustin, Lucas, Max, and their friends want to rent videos one night. But when a blackout changes their plans, they swap seven twisted tales based on their hometown.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241786291

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 August 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Contributors:

Adapted by Matthew J. Gilbert

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Matthew J. Gilbert (Author) Matthew J. Gilbert has written storybooks, chapter books, and graphic novels. He used to live in NYC, but currently resides in far-too-sunny California with his wife and loyal cat sidekick, Pepe.

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