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Arthur Blackwood's Scary Stories 1

By A.M. Luzzader
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Beware! Scary stories for kids who are not easily scared. I am Arthur Blackwood and I invite you to read this dark series of horror stories for kids. But wait! Don't accept my invitation yet. Are you easily frightened? This collection of scary stories is not... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Beware! Scary stories for kids who are not easily scared.

I am Arthur Blackwood and I invite you to read this dark series of horror stories for kids. But wait! Don't accept my invitation yet. Are you easily frightened? This collection of scary stories is not for wimpy kids or the faint-hearted. You've been warned! However, if you crave classic stories of night beasts and demons, and if you seek tales of haunted history and Halloween terror, then step right this way. These books are for you.

Beware! In this volume, you'll encounter creepy spiders, a haunted museum, monstrous secrets, a witch who is not to be trifled with, beasts lurking in darkness, and a boy who's not quite sure if he's himself or somebody else. One more word of advice: bring all the gasps, startles, and terrified screams you can find. You're going to need them.

Enjoyed by 3rd to 6th grade readers (who are not easily scared) ages 8-12.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781464269349

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Poisoned Pen Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 1.0mm

Width: 1.0mm

Height: 1.0mm

Weight: 1g

Pages: 105

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About the Author

A.M. LUZZADER has been dreaming up stories for kids since she was one herself. Now she writes full-time, crafting adventures full of mermaids, dragons, and the occasional misadventure. She's the author of over 40 books for young readers. A.M. is a mother, devoted cat person, and avid reader. Visit her at amluzzader.com.

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