4 Hauntingly Good Halloween Reads for Brave Bookworms

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Gloam by Jack Mackay

In a creaky old house on a small, damp island, someone – or something – is waiting… Gwen doesn’t want to admit that everything feels wrong since her mum died. There’s no time for all these feelings now that she has her younger siblings to care for. Especially not since they’ve moved to their late grandmother’s house on Gloam Island. And now there’s an intruder. Esme Laverne may seem sweet and kind but Gwen isn’t fooled by her new babysitter, even if everyone else is. It quickly becomes clear that if she wants Esme gone, she’ll have to handle it herself. Determined to protect her family, Gwen will have to fight off terrifying creatures and nightmares come to life. But as Esme’s power grows, Gwen must face everything she’s been running from and embrace her fears before she can defeat the monster in her home… for good.

Age: 9+

We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt by Martha Mumford, illustrated by Cherie Zamazing

Hop into HALLOWEEN with the bunnies! We’re going on a ghost hunt! Come and join the fun! Get ready to celebrate Halloween as four bunnies set off on a spooky lift-the-flap adventure to find five little ghosts hidden under the flaps. There are all sorts of exciting things to see along the way, from screechy bats and black cats to white owls and pumpkins! Can you help the bunnies with their trick-or-treating and get them back home in time for bed? Packed with spooky fun, this action-packed interactive book is the perfect Halloween gift – from the bestselling author of We’re Going on an Egg Hunt and We’re Going on an Elf Chase.

Age: 1+

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