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21 Books for a Spooky ‘Summerween’

THRILLER & SUSPENSE

HORROR MOVIE

by Paul Tremblay

A fever dream about despair and regret that will stay with you long after the credits have rolled. Full review >

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FICTION

YOU LIKE IT DARKER

by Stephen King

The disturbing stories in King’s latest collection will seep into your psyche and haunt you. Full review >

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FICTION

THE DISSONANCE

by Shaun Hamill

A wistful, emotional roller coaster that finds worse than memories waiting at home. Full review >

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FICTION

ONE OF OUR KIND

by Nicola Yoon

A bracing tale of the perils of groupthink and willful ignorance. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE BLACK GIRL SURVIVES IN THIS ONE

edited by Desiree S. Evans & Saraciea J. Fennell

An engaging volume that breathes necessary life into the horror genre, showcasing the best of what goes bump in the night. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

IT WAITS IN THE FOREST

by Sarah Dass

A heart-racing tale of Caribbean folklore, herbalism, and mysticism. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

PORTRAIT OF A SHADOW

by Meriam Metoui

Thrilling intrigue that leverages desperation and deception in almost equal measures. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE GHOSTKEEPER

by Johanna Taylor ; illustrated by Johanna Taylor

Powerfully, tenderly, and empathetically examines death, grief, and the afterlife. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE HOUSE WHERE DEATH LIVES

edited by Alex Brown

Will make readers lock their doors, turn on the lights, and cover every mirror in the house. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

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