Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

A staple of every childhood sleepover, Alvin Schwartz’s Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark gathers eerie folktales and urban legends retold with a master’s timing. From haunted houses and vengeful ghosts to things that go thump right behind you, each story balances fear and fascination — just enough to make readers shiver, laugh, and turn the page anyway. Stephen Gammell’s haunting, surreal illustrations add another layer of delicious dread, turning each story into an experience.

Features:
• 128 pages
• Written by Alvin Schwartz, illustrated by Stephen Gammell
• Collection of folklore-based short horror tales for middle-grade readers
• Award-winning for its storytelling and iconic black-and-white art
• Perfect for Halloween nights, campfires, and brave bedtime readers