Books like Diary of a Dummy by Robert Lawrence Stine
While rummaging through a dump, Billy McGee stumbles upon a ventriloquist dummy named Slappy and an accompanying diary. The diary spirals beyond everyday thoughts, offering clues that hint at something extraordinary. Billy must quickly decide whether to read the diary and confront the dark secrets it holds, all while Slappy’s antics continue to complicate matters.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Robert Lawrence Stine
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