Books like Scary stories for sleep-overs #8 by Craig Strickland
Scary Stories for Sleep‑Overs #8 bundles a handful of American horror tales that are perfect for a nighttime reading session. Each story is designed to be short enough for a quick thriller but still packs enough fright to satisfy young readers.
Featured titles include the spider‑laden thriller “Spiderbites,” the vehicle‑haunted “Bloodmobile,” and the jungle‑setting horror “Things from the Jungle.” These stories provide a range of unsettling scenarios that keep the pages turning while being age‑appropriate for children.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Craig Strickland
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