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Short and Scary

A whole lot of creepy stories and other chilling stuff
By Various
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In Short and Scary by Various, readers will find a collection of chilling tales crafted for children, each filled with suspense and a touch of the unexpected. The stories vary in setting and characters, offering a range of spooky encounters and mysterious happenings designed to thrill young readers without overwhelming them. Perfect for those who enjoy a good scare at storytime.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a collection of thrilling and spooky tales perfect for young readers who love a good scare. It's a delightful assembly of short stories filled with unexpected twists and spooky adventures that are both engaging and spine-tingling, making it an ideal choice for children who enjoy both suspense and the thrill of the supernatural in bite-sized pieces.

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Short and Scary

Following on from the success of Short, Short and Scary features short stories and artworks from established and emerging Australian authors and illustrators. Contributors include Shaun Tan, Andy Griffiths, Carole Wilkinson, Sally Rippin, Lili Wilkinson, Terry Denton, and many others. Ages 10+.

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An anthology of creepy and scary stories from some of Australia's much-loved creators.

Inside you'll meet Carole Wilkinson, Shaun Tan, James Roy, Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton, James Moloney, Sally Rippin, Lili Wilkinson, Susanne Gervay, Michael Panckridge, Sally Odgers, Meredith Costain, Barry Jonsberg, Janeen Brian, Sue Lawson, Bernadette Kelly, Chris Miles, George Ivanoff and many more. Edited by Karen Tayleur.

Short and Scary brings together this talented group of authors, offering eerie and suspenseful tales that are perfect for any fan of the genre.

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The book Short and Scary is an eclectic anthology that offers a diverse range of stories. Some stories stand out with excellence, while others may not resonate with every reader. This variety is both a challenge and a joy in anthologies, ensuring something for all fans of speculative fiction.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742031330

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Dog Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Various
  • Edited by Karen Tayleur
  • Illustrated by Various

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 165.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Karen Tayleur lives in the hills of the Dandenong Ranges with her husband and two kids who always leave their homework to the last minute. As well as being expert at year seven German and Chinese and holding down a four-day-a-week job, she is a writer. Her kids have helped her tap back into school-age politics; back to a time when there was always a Rose Thornton ready to rain on everybody's parade. When there was always a school bully, a cranky neighbour and an annoying sibling to contend with. As a child, Karen was a constant audience for her father's boyhood recollections. His stories have grown larger than life over the years. She's not saying he is a liar. But he has been known to bend the truth.

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