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Bear in mind the lights dimmed and doors shut as you explore R.L. Stine’s curated anthology of American children’s horror. The book gathers iconic spooky stories, new tales by Stine himself, and a handful of comics and poems that deliver thrills and laughs alike.
The reader will encounter a creepy retelling of Bram Stoker’s "The Judge’s House," a holiday‑time shock in "A Sock for Christmas," and a chilling ice‑cream man in "Mister Ice Cold." Each piece is introduced by Stine, who explains why these stories stand out as some of the scariest, funniest, and most memorable in his repertoire.
Designed for young readers who love a good scare, the volume mixes classic fables with modern twists, offering a varied journey through American horror lore that is both entertaining and unforgettable.
First publish date: August 6, 2002
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Robert Lawrence Stine
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