Books like The Ghost Next Door by Robert Lawrence Stine
In this Goosebumps tale, a seemingly ordinary summer takes a supernatural turn as a mysterious new neighbor settles in next door. Hannah finds her everyday life interrupted by uncanny disappearances and playful hauntings that blend humor with classic ghost‑story chills. The book captures the pulse‑pounding excitement of teenage curiosity while delivering the trademark Goosebumps blend of spooky suspense and light‑hearted fun, inviting young readers to explore the mystery behind the shadows and laughter that hide in the hallway.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Robert Lawrence Stine
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