Dread Wood

By Jennifer Killick,

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Book description

The must-read middle-grade novel from the author of super-spooky Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine's Goosebumps.

"Deliciously scary and hilarious comedy-horror, perfectly pitched for eight-plus."
The Guardian

"Brilliantly creepy fun for young horror fans, with an unexpectedly moving ending." The i, 30 of the best children's books for…

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Why read it?

1 author picked Dread Wood as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Spooky fiction–I can’t read enough of it. But not horror for adults, horror for kids. Let’s call it soft horror!

Set within a school environment, this book combines the essence of young adulthood with the sharp edge of introducing horror to younger readers. I love school settings, especially when the kids come across as cool as Angelo and the gang in Dreadwood.

School life can be tough, but having a great friendship circle can make a difference. I know I valued my friends back in my school days; they were always there to laugh and joke with. I rooted for…

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