Books like Chilling Christmas Tales by Joan Aiken
Chilling Christmas Tales brings together spooky holiday narratives written by renowned voices in juvenile literature. The collection showcases horror and mystery set amid festive backdrops, offering young readers a mix of suspense and seasonal magic.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Joan Aiken
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