With that news, we thought we would give you a monster of a blogpost: a collection of our favorite books–some scary, some not so much, and some downright funny. All of them are great for entertaining others on an eerie autumn evening… Drop into your favorite St. Louis Public Library Branch and take a few home today!
Frankenstein by Ludworst Bemonster (Rick Walton with illustrations by Nathan Hale)
A hilarious, rhythmic parody starring a scientist who sleeps on a gurney and a castle full of headless monsters.
A Big, Spooky House by Donna Washington with illustrations by Jacqueline Rogers
What happens when the big, strong man stays a night in a big, spooky house? Find out in this great picture book, perfect for read aloud storytimes.
The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, pictures by Axel Scheffler
What could be the the most fearsome creature in the forest–the big, bad Gruffalo or a tiny mouse? Try this picture book for great adjectives and learning to use your wits to steer clear of trouble.
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