Melvina Whitmoore

Written and illustrated by Faith Capalia

A fearful woman finds her new home full of unexpected surprises.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Melvina Whitmoore is terrified of everything, from spiders to her own shadow. Eager for safety, she moves into a new house, hoping for peace. But as she settles in, Melvina discovers that her sanctuary is filled with unexpected surprises lurking in every corner. Will she confront her fears or be overwhelmed by them? This spooky tale invites readers to explore what happens when we face the unknown.

From the publisher

“Capalia’s stylish digital art contains myriad giggle-and-goosebump-worthy details . . . [a] satisfying roller-coaster ride of a debut.” –Publishers WeeklyPerfect for fans of The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything, Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story) is a spooky picture book debut by author/illustrator Faith Capalia that follows a fearful old woman named Melvina.Melvina Whitmoore is afraid of everything, from spiders to snails, and even her own shadow. Which is why she can’t wait to move into her new house–a safe place where nothing will be able to get to her!But she’ll soon discover that surprises hide around every corner and not everything is as it first seems. . . .From debut creator Faith Capalia comes a spooky and thrilling tale that reminds us that unexpected things can happen when we face our fears.

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