"Eleanor Skeleton here, and I'm happy to be back with a few more frightful stories to share with you. October is the season when the world shivers and throws on a colorful shawl of magic and mystery. Settle into the dark while seeking the light. Make no bones about it, story magic lives in you."
What happens when a flower has all the power?
Find out in The Flower Monster
Consider me Cornerstone Owl. I may or may not care. Stay or don't, the choice is yours. I've a tale to tell. But only if the rain persists. It's the chill in the sweeping wind that stiffens the vine, that's the buzz around here. Listen. Creaking bones of bark and burrowing bug, more or less paper flesh, or so the story goes.
In a time of none, and a half turn of spin, by the throat of a running river, six twinkling loves gathered under the shadow light of the blood moon to tell fantastical stories to each other.... continue reading
"Now, I'm certain that you've met my good friend, Great Pumpkin. I know she's haunted Fairday's blog before. I'll let her talk you into whatever she has planned, but beware, she enjoys a good scare."
Visit Halloween town with Great Pumpkin (read the comments:)
Recommended October Reads
Middle grade- ages 8-12
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
Matilda by Roald Dahl
43 Old Cemetery Road; Dying to Meet You by Kate Klise
The House With a Clock in Its Walls by John Bellairs
Children's picture books
The Rainbow Goblins by Ul De Rico
The Witches' Supermarket by Susan Meddaugh
Frederick by Leo Lionni
Cinderella Skeleton by Robert D. San Souci
Stop by Friday for a fright fest with Ferry Blackwell!
You really go all out for Halloween - I am impressed!
ReplyDeleteThanks! We love the season! So much fun to be had. :)
DeleteHi DMS - wonderful words, ideas of horror, or just frightening bumps ... Ellie Skelly and her friends will give us much pleasure. Excellent book suggestions too ... yes - happy reading - Hilary
ReplyDeleteHillary- So glad you enjoyed Elly Skelly. So many great books to read to put us in the mood of the season. :)
DeleteSounds like a fun book for kids! Have a great week, stay safe!
ReplyDeleteValerie- Hope you have a safe week too! :)
DeleteVery festive Halloween post with great book recommendations!
ReplyDeletebetty
Thanks, Betty! Glad you enjoyed the post! :)
DeleteThat is one ornate skeleton and the stories sound charming.
ReplyDeleteL. Diane Wolfe- The skeleton was a labor of love! Glad the stories sound good to you. :)
DeleteI loved The Graveyard Book (of course, it is one of Neil Gaiman's) and will track down the others. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteEC- Neil is the best! So happy to hear The Graveyard Book is a favorite of yours too. :)
DeleteThis looks fun book. I've been buying kid's books as Christmas gifts and will look into this.
ReplyDeleteNas- Books are perfect gifts! :)
DeleteWhat a good post for Halloween, thank you.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thanks, Jan! :)
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