Books like Gonna Roll the Bones by David Wiesner
Gonna Roll the Bones is a juvenile fiction picture book by David Wiesner. It blends elements common to gambling narratives with ghost stories, all presented in a style that fits within the broader horror genre for young readers.
First publish date: October 25, 2004
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: David Wiesner
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