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gumbo CHRISTIAN horror is a Novella written for teens and young adults who gravitate towards horror themed books, movies & music.being a CHRISTIAN I attempt to place hard lessons in my writings, as to give the stories true street cred and validation. I want them to relate to what there reading and in that light the themes become real & strong. Opinions are marshaled and conversations are mandatory.Though fiction. subject matter has every day scenarios that though sad or scary, they are true and happen daily around the world.I pray that my reading audience at the least find the tales entertaining. and if any cautionary lessons are learned along the way. Im Happy.best wishes always from the Author & Publisher of: gumbo CHRISTIAN horror yo bro: Lee Anthony Reynolds

When a meteorite harbouring alien lifeform crashes to Earth near Crooked Oak, Pete, Nancy and Krish are determined to find it. But horrifying consequences abound, not least what they uncover deep down in Killburn Mine, in this gruesome and gripping story from master of creepy sci-fi Dan Smith.

The Grim Factory is a harrowing story of loss, heartbreak, and the cruel realities that children can face in a world of evil. One moment, your child is there, and the next, they're gone forever. It's a nightmare that no parent or sibling should ever have to endure, and yet it can happen anywhere - in front of your home, at a crowded shopping mall, or in a playground full of children.The book follows Tommy, a special boy who is forced to endure a lifetime of cruelty, abuse, and hardship. His parents don't care whether he's alive or dead, and his world is filled with sadness and heartbreak. It's a world that shouldn't exist, but unfortunately, it does.Despite the darkness that surrounds him, Tommy is filled with happy thoughts that shouldn't be there. But there's hope for him and the other children of his world, as a new happiness reaches out like a loving hand and the sun begins to shine.The Grim Factory paints a devastating picture of the suffering that children can face, and the evil that can lurk behind closed doors. It's a reminder that our world can be cruel, and that it's the innocent who often suffer the most. But ultimately, it's a story of hope, resilience, and the power of love to overcome even the darkest of circumstances.

After the sudden death of his dad, 13-year-old DJ Mackay's Mum moves him and his young sister from Edinburgh to the township of Linicro on the Isle of Skye. DJ didn't want to leave his friends at school, but he knew his Mum needed a fresh start. Arriving on the island in the summer of 1976, surprisingly, DJ quickly grew to love the cottage and the Isle of Skye. With his two best friends, John and James Macdonald, the three boys set off to explore the beautifully rugged and mystical Score Bay. On a cliff overlooking the bay stands Duntulm Castle and, in its shadow, sits Castledawn. The large country house has sat empty since the war, but its crumbling interior contains a dark secret that should not be disturbed. Unaware of the dangers, the friends go inside and their lives change forever.

The Spectre InspectorsRupert, Bertie, Mindi and Spooks the cat are the Spectre Inspectors: ghost hunters for hire. Except they have one problem: they haven't actually ever seen, met or even captured a ghost. With Rupert, their leader, close to giving up, can one last case change it all?The Poltergeist's ProblemArthur died a long time ago and has wanted to be free from his house ever since... but can't go further than the front door. When Bravewaite Manor is put up for sale however, Arthur will have to fight to save it. But how can he do that when he can barely switch off a light?

Best-selling STITCH HEAD is brought to almost-life again in this monstrously magnificent graphic novel edition. Enter the darkly funny world of Stitch Head, as he steps out of the shadows into the adventure of an almost-lifetime...

Whether she's hosting a party or playing with friends, Little Monster makes reading engaging and fun! This early reader collection includes five simple stories told with rhyme, repetition, and fun picture clues aimed at helping young readers decode the story. Colorful illustrations and large easy-to-read text support success and will boost confidence in beginner preschool and kindergarten readers. The following Little Monster books are included in this volume: Little Monster is Hungry Little Monster's Party Little Monster is Sleepy Little Monster Plays Hide and Seek Little Monster Reads a Book

"Seventeen-year-old Buddy has spent most of his life trying to escape the Lower East Side slums of New York City. Working as a delivery boy to support his family, Buddy wants to become an artist, a dream he's sure will never be realized. But that all changes when a delivery job puts him face-to-face with Mr. Joey Drew, the eccentric owner of an animation studio. Mr. Drew takes Buddy under his wing as an apprentice, thrusting him into a world unlike anything Buddy has ever seen before. But not everything at the studio is as picture-perfect as it seems...Something is going bump in the night at Joey Drew Studios, something that leaves behind trails of thick, dark ink. While the studio frantically works toward their latest deadline, Buddy and Dot, the writing intern, team up to find out just what is tormenting the studio after-hours, even if it means tracking the trail to Mr. Drew himself."--

"A chilling middle grade horror debut featuring a Black, autistic protagonist who uncovers dark secrets plaguing her new school. Blythe Academy isn't a normal school. Eva can tell--there's something off, something wrong. She learns that fifty years ago part of the school collapsed, killing a classroom of students and their teacher. Things haven't been the same since. Soon, Eva's having unnerving visions and terrifying run-ins with ghosts. She doesn't think the collapse was just a tragic accident. It was caused by a malevolent force, and that force is back and hungry for more. Will Eva be able to discover the truth of Blythe Academy and save lives... or will it be too late?"--

More Scary Stories for Creepy Kids - still short and spooky with a side of silly!Cozy Little Bedtime Stories - If You Dare!! We're baaaaack ... with more scary stories, recipes, and now games! Your favorite young authors Ayla, nine, and sister Calla, seven, have cooked up a whole new batch of chilling creepsters for your enjoyment. Their stories are a perfect mix of seriously spooky and wildly goofy fun for young readers. The tales are all dressed up, too, with kid-created drawings, recipes, and games. It's a whole world of fun beyond the crazy-cool reading itself. Whipping up the Bloody Brains recipe will make your supper cauliflower a delicious diversion. And playing the Oozing, Drooling Zombie Tag game will get your wiggles, jiggles, and giggles out for sure. More Scary Stories will have you snorting with laughter while hiding under the covers in a state of monster dread! --Recommended by Nine out of Ten Monsters--Swear Monster said, "This book blew my @#$%&! mind!"Lurky Turkey gushed, "The games are a gobbling good time!"Very Scary Tooth Fairy: "I love this book even more than rotten teeth! And the recipes are to die for."Stupid Cupid: "Barf is green, roses are lame, I screamed when I read this ... and you'll do the same!" --Kids and their parents like it too--Jack, age 7: "I was scared and giggling at the same time! I LOVE it!" Midori, age 7: "I love reading these with my friends at sleepovers and creeping ourselves out!" Chelsea, a parent: "The games are creative & hilarious, so fun with a big or small group!" For more content, be sure to read our first book Scary Stories for Creepy Kids and listen to our podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Be careful with this book Karlie, it bites!Karlie has yet to decide what to get her little brother Conner as a birthday gift. What do you get for a seven-year-old boy? But when the monster coloring book calls to her, she and her best friend Ann know they have found him the perfect gift.Conner takes to the coloring book right away and can't take his eyes away from it, but there's something weird about this coloring book, something a little bit too life-like. Then, when Conner's personality changes, the monsters from the book start popping up all over town. Karlie now knows for sure that the coloring book is evil and that she needs to stop it. So Karlie and Ann must go monster hunting, stop the coloring book, and save her little brother.

Girl. Athlete. Scholar. Scorned by her parents. Comforted by her demon.

A family moves into an old, abandoned house. Jules's parents love the house, but Jules is frightened and feels a sense of foreboding.

Be careful what you wish for, it just might come true.Return to Lochview with the highly anticipated second book in the Lochview Mysteries series.It's Tyler's first week at Caledonian Woods, but teachers and detentions are the least of his worries. With a dark and ancient power in the palm of his hand, he is about to learn a valuable lesson. All power comes at a price, and the Trickster expects to be paid.

Demons won't stay buried for everTwo years on and the group of friends living at Waxley Black Manor have moved on from the mystery of Sam's death. But finding out how she died and about the life she left behind is still a burning need inside her. The cottage where she lived draws her to it every day and she's convinced it holds the answer. But all she can do is watch from the sidelines at the family she doesn't remember. An invisible force stops her getting any closer and she senses she's not alone. The prickling suspicion that someone is always following her. Watching and waiting in the shadows. As she sleeps, snippets of a dark, addictive stranger plague her dreams until she finally discovers what he is - and that he's everything she should abhor. But she can't. He's become more than just a friend. He's from her past and is literally the only person who can help her find out the truth. They join forces and he helps her piece together what happened on that fateful day and make the most horrifying discovery of all.DEMON IN THE ATTIC is a paranormal thrill ride and number two in the Night Shades series.

Benjamin Lakewood isn't ready to live in a new town. Especially in a Cul-de-Sac in a haunted suburban town with a paranormal past, but this is where young Ben and his famous writer of a father were sent to try and uncover the town's hidden secrets. Ben lived in New York his entire life and the only real paranormal activity he's ever experienced was only in his head after watching a horror movie or reading old horror magazines under his covers at night. This will all change when he steps out to explore his new town called Growling Graves. After meeting a boy his age, who shares the same interests as hockey and horror, the two discover strange things happening right behind Ben's new house in the adjoining Cul-de-Sac where a witch named Grenadine lives. Loud noises and green lights seem to appear out of nowhere and children go missing from time to time. When the captain of the local middle school's ice hockey team goes missing, the two boys gather up some help from Ben's father, an old diary and a few other kids from the hockey team to find out what happened to their friend. Graveyards and creepy old houses are just the beginning for these boys. Will these kids finally figure out the mysteries of Growling Graves or will they be sucked up into a vortex of other missing children?

Come along into the forest and bear your heart's hidden desire.Sit in the doctor's chair and trust that the procedure will cure what ails you.Look your demons in the eye and challenge them to fight.Enter if you're daring and feel these tales raise goosebumps along your arms as they take you from modern New Jersey to fairytale lands and back again. From witches to werecats and spirits to surgeries, this collection puts queer women front and center in some of the most popular subgenres of speculative fiction. Horror, dark fantasy, and magical realism coalesce in this stunning collection of all things dark and divergent.