Spooky Middle Grade Stories for Halloween

A selection of spooky stories for middle grade readers, sure to get them into the spirit of Halloween.
Updated October 2, 2022
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The Halloween tree
Bradbury, Ray
Paper Book
Make storytime a little spookier with fantasy master Ray Bradbury as he takes readers on a riveting trip though space and time to discover the true origins of Halloween. Join the shadowy Carapace Clavicle Moundshroud as he takes eight trick-or-treaters on an unforgettable journey...
Scary stories to tell in the dark
Schwartz, Alvin
Paper Book
The iconic anthology series of horror tales is now a feature film! This paperback edition features cover artwork from the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark motion picture. Stephen Gammell's artwork from the original Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark appears in all its spooky...
Bunnicula : a rabbit tale of mystery
Howe, Deborah.
Paper Book
BEWARE THE HARE! Is he or isn't he a vampire? Before it's too late, Harold the dog and Chester the cat must find out the truth about the newest pet in the Monroe household -- a suspicious-looking bunny with unusual habits...and fangs!
Coraline
Gaiman, Neil
Paper Book
This edition of New York Times bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Neil Gaiman's modern classic, Coraline--also an Academy Award-nominated film--is enriched with a foreword from the author, a reader's guide, and more. "Coraline discovered the door a little while...
The house with a clock in its walls
Bellairs, John.
Paper Book
A haunting gothic tale by master mysery writer John Bellairs--soon to be a major motion picture starring Cate Blanchett and Jack Black! "The House With a Clock in Its Walls will cast its spell for a long time."--The New York Times Book Review When Lewis...
Welcome to Dead House. Goosebumps
Stine, R. L.
Digital file
The dark-thirty : Southern tales of the supernatural
McKissack, Pat
Paper Book
With an extraordinary gift for suspense, McKissack brings us ten original, spine-tingling tales inspired by African American history and the mystery of that eerie half hour before nightfall-the dark-thirty.
Scary stories for young foxes
Heidicker, Christian McKay
Paper Book
Christian McKay Heidicker draws inspiration from witches, vampires, H. P. Lovecraft, and Edgar Allen Poe to craft his middle-grade debut, a chilling portrait of survival and an unforgettable tale of friendship. When fox kits Mia and Uly are separated from their litters, they quickly learn that the...
The Graveyard Book
Neil Gaiman
Paper Book
The original hardcover edition of a perennial favorite, The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, which has sold more than one million copies and is the only novel to win both the Newbery Medal and the Carnegie Medal.  Bod is an unusual boy who inhabits an unusual place--he's the only living...
Among the shadows : tales from the darker side
Montgomery, L. M.
Paper Book
Short & shivery : thirty chilling tales
San Souci, Robert D
Paper Book
Make story time a little spookier with this Halloween-themed collection of ghost stories, spooky shorts, and frightening folktales from all over the world! "No one travels these roads after dark. Those who are found the next day, if they are still alive, will have gone mad."
More scary stories to tell in the dark
Schwartz, Alvin
Paper Book
The iconic anthology series of horror tales that's now a feature film! This paperback edition features cover artwork from the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark motion picture. Stephen Gammell's artwork from the original More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark appears in all its...
Doll bones
Black, Holly.
Paper Book
Discover the Newbery Honor winner Doll Bones, from Holly Black, the cocreator of the Spiderwick Chronicles. A Kirkus Reviews Best Book. A School Library Journal Best Book. A Booklist Editor's Choice Books for Youth. A Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book. A...
Stay Out of the Basement. Goosebumps
Stine, R. L.
Digital file
Small Spaces
Katherine Arden
Paper Book
New York Times bestselling adult author of The Bear and the Nightingale makes her middle grade debut with a creepy, spellbinding ghost story destined to become a classic. After suffering a tragic loss, eleven-year-old Ollie only finds solace in books. So when she...
Scary stories 3 : more tales to chill your bones
Schwartz, Alvin
Paper Book
The iconic anthology series of horror tales that's now a feature film! This is a new edition of the complete original book. Stephen Gammell's artwork from the original Scary Stories 3 appears in all its spooky glory. Read if you dare! Scary Stories 3 is a...
Revenge of the witch
Delaney, Joseph
Paper Book
For years, Old Gregory has been the Spook for the county, ridding the local villages of evil. Now his time is coming to an end. But who will take over for him? Twenty-nine apprentices have tried--some floundered, some fled, some failed to stay alive. Only Thomas Ward is left. He's the last...
More short & shivery : thirty terrifying tales
San Souci, Robert D
Paper Book
From around the world comes this spooky collection of short stories and folktales: ghosts, ghouls, vampires, and skeletons galore to satisfy all horror hounds and thrill seekers!   Something was approaching the house, and growing larger the nearer it came. Coming...

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