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The Best Paranormal And Supernatural Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about paranormal and supernatural? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Wildwood Dancing
My Diary from the Edge of the World
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2008

The Graveyard Book

By Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean (Illustrator)

A boy raised by ghosts must face dangers beyond the graveyard.

Newbery Medal (2009)
354 pages· 67,418 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 570,252 ratings
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Summary: In a graveyard, Bod, a boy raised by ghosts, learns ancient secrets and ghostly skills. But beyond the cemetery's safety, the man Jack, who killed his family, awaits. Can Bod navigate the living and the dead's worlds, facing both wonders and perils? As he grows, Bod must confront his past and the threats that lurk outside his spectral home. Will he find his place among the living, or will the graveyard's mysteries consume him? Discover Bod's journey in a tale where the boundaries between life and death blur.
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2022

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

Mina must awaken the Sea God to stop deadly storms and save her world.

325 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 101,472 ratings
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Summary: Mina sacrifices herself to save her brother, plunging into the sea to become the Sea God's bride. In the Spirit Realm, she discovers the Sea God trapped in an enchanted sleep. With time running out, Mina, aided by the enigmatic Shin and a band of spirits, must awaken him to end the storms ravaging her homeland. Can she succeed before it's too late, or will dark forces thwart her quest?
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2017

Strange the Dreamer

A lost city, a haunting past, and a dreamer on a quest for truth.

532 pages· 149,477 words· Est. 14 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 138,773 ratings
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Summary: Lazlo Strange, a war orphan and librarian, dreams of the lost city of Weep. When a chance arises to join the Godslayer and legendary warriors, he must confront the city's dark secrets. What severed Weep from the world two centuries ago? Who is the mysterious blue-skinned goddess haunting his dreams? As Lazlo embarks on this epic journey, he faces a world of nightmares and wonders, where love and carnage intertwine. Will he uncover the truth or lose his dream forever? The answers lie in the shadows of Weep.
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2007

Vampire Academy

A school for vampires hides secrets that could change everything.

332 pages· 79,781 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 686,895 ratings
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Summary: In a world where vampires and humans coexist, a young guardian-in-training must protect her best friend, a vampire princess, from unseen threats. As they navigate the dangerous halls of St. Vladimir's Academy, secrets unravel, alliances form, and a forbidden romance ignites. Will they uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the shadows of the academy consume them both?
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2006

Wildwood Dancing

By Juliet Marillier · Book #1 in the Wildwood series

A hidden portal, a dangerous love, and a cousin's dark motives threaten Jena's world.

407 pages· 111,868 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 32,938 ratings
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Summary: In the Transylvanian woods, Jena and her sisters secretly visit the magical Other Kingdom. When their father falls ill, cousin Cezar arrives, casting a shadow over their enchanted nights. As Jena's sister falls for a perilous creature, Jena must confront Cezar's tightening grip. With her home and the Other Kingdom at risk, Jena faces trials of trust and love. Can she protect everything she holds dear?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

My Diary from the Edge of the World

A girl races to save her brother from a mysterious threat in a world of mythical creatures.

432 pages· 79,814 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,147 ratings
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Summary: In a world where dragons and mermaids roam, Gracie Lockwood's life turns chaotic when a Dark Cloud targets her brother, Sam. Her family embarks on a daring journey in a Winnebago, seeking the fabled Extraordinary World, a place of safety that may not even exist. As they traverse a land filled with mythical wonders, Gracie must confront the unknown and discover the power of belief and family. Will they find sanctuary, or is the Extraordinary World just a myth? Join Gracie on an adventure where the stakes are life and death.
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2018

The Astonishing Color of After

A girl seeks her mother's spirit in Taiwan, uncovering family secrets and confronting her grief.

480 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 34,368 ratings
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Summary: Leigh Chen Sanders believes her mother transformed into a bird after her death. Traveling to Taiwan, Leigh meets her grandparents and embarks on a quest to find her mother. As she navigates a world of ghosts and family secrets, Leigh must reconcile her grief with the day she kissed her best friend, Axel. In a journey blending reality and magic, Leigh discovers the power of love, art, and family history. Will she find the answers she seeks, or will the past hold more than she can handle?
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2007

City of Bones

A teen witnesses a murder by tattooed strangers and enters a hidden world of demon hunters.

544 pages· 131,222 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,204,791 ratings
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Summary: Fifteen-year-old Clary Fray's night at the Pandemonium Club takes a dark turn when she sees a murder by tattooed teens with strange weapons. The body vanishes, thrusting her into the secretive world of Shadowhunters, warriors who battle demons. As Clary's mother disappears and she narrowly escapes a monstrous attack, she must uncover her own mysterious connection to this hidden realm. Can she survive and unravel the secrets of her past?
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2012

The Raven Boys

A girl sees a spirit for the first time, entangling her with mysterious boys and a deadly prophecy.

408 pages· 102,956 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 408,986 ratings
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Summary: Blue Sargent, who never sees the spirits of the soon-to-be dead, is shocked when one speaks to her. The boy, Gansey, is a student at the elite Aglionby Academy, known for its troublemaking Raven Boys. Despite her resolve to avoid them, Blue is drawn into Gansey's quest, alongside his friends Adam, Ronan, and Noah. Haunted by a prophecy that her true love will die, Blue must navigate a world of secrets and danger. Can she change fate, or is she destined to fulfill the ominous warning?
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2011

Akata Witch

A young girl discovers her magical powers and must stop a criminal who wields magic too.

349 pages· 70,715 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 39,030 ratings
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Summary: Sunny, an albino girl in Nigeria, feels out of place until she discovers her magical abilities. Joining a group of young magic students, she learns to alter reality. But when a dangerous criminal with magic threatens their world, can they stop him in time? Dive into a world where magic and reality intertwine, and every choice could mean life or death.
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Paranormal And Supernatural Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about paranormal and supernatural for the youngest readers and listeners.

Haunted Party

Ages 3–7 · 2009

Count eerie guests at a haunted house, then watch them flee in fright.

Mothman Baby!

Ages 0–4 · 2022

Explore a mysterious night with Mothman Baby and uncover hidden surprises in Point Pleasant.

Nessie Baby!

Ages 0–5 · 2022

Explore Loch Ness with Nessie Baby and uncover mythical surprises.

Alien Baby!

Ages 0–4 · 2020

Explore a cosmic day with a curious alien toddler in a flap-filled adventure.

Music
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Music

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Unleash your baby's inner musician with everyday objects and endless creativity.

Bigfoot Baby!

Ages 0–4 · 2020

Join a young bigfoot on a magical forest adventure full of surprises.

Meddy Teddy
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Meddy Teddy

Ages 2–3 · 2018

Join a poseable bear in a yoga adventure for tots, promoting calm and flexibility.

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Paranormal And Supernatural Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about paranormal and supernatural for preschool and elementary-age readers.

The Human Body

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Uncover hidden wonders of the human body with light.

How to Make Friends With a Ghost
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How to Make Friends With a Ghost

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Discover the secrets to lifelong friendship with a ghost in this whimsical guide.

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A shy ghost named Gustavo tries to make friends by inviting other monsters to a violin concert.

Book of Bones

Ages 7–10 · 2017

Discover record-breaking animal bones in a playful guessing game with touchable skeletons.

Breathe and Be

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Discover peace and joy through mindful moments in nature.

Paradise Sands

Ages 5–9 · 2022

A girl must outwit a mysterious ruler to escape a ghostly hotel.

Meditation Is an Open Sky
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Meditation Is an Open Sky

Ages 4–8 · 2015

Unlock calm and focus with simple mindfulness exercises for kids.

Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party
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Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party

Ages 3–5 · 2019

Join a mysterious tea party filled with ghoulish surprises.

So Not Ghoul

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A ghostly student struggles to fit in while balancing cultural heritage and school life.

I Am Jazz

Ages 4–8 · 2014

A child discovers their true identity, challenging family perceptions and societal norms.

Meg and Mog
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Meg and Mog

Ages 0–5 · 1972

A witch's spell goes awry at a Halloween party.

Shadow

Ages 5–8 · 2019

A child discovers a mysterious Shadow under the bed, challenging fears and family bonds.

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Paranormal And Supernatural Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about paranormal and supernatural for developing and independent readers.

Small Spaces

Ages 9–12 · 2018

A ghost story becomes real as Ollie races against time to escape a sinister specter.

Spirit Hunters

Ages 8–12 · 2017

A new home, eerie memories, and a brother acting strange. Can Harper uncover the haunting truth?

Ninth Ward

Ages 10–12 · 2010

A girl and her grandmother face Hurricane Katrina's fury in New Orleans' Ninth Ward.

Daughter of Smoke & Bone
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Daughter of Smoke & Bone

Ages 14–18 · 2011

A young artist's mysterious past ignites a war between worlds.

Winterhouse

Ages 9–12 · 2018

An orphan unravels a hotel's magical secrets, risking everything to break its curse.

The Diviners

Ages 14–18 · 2012

A young woman uses her hidden powers to hunt a killer in 1920s New York.

Hush, Hush
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Hush, Hush

Ages 14–18 · 2009

Nora's drawn to Patch, but an ancient battle threatens her life.

The Monstrumologist

Ages 14–18 · 2009

An orphaned assistant and his mentor face a monstrous threat that could consume the world.

The Alchemyst

Ages 12–15 · 2007

An ancient alchemist's secrets threaten the world. Can two teens unlock their powers in time?

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Ages 12–18 · 1886

A sinister figure haunts London, hiding a shocking secret.

Shiver

Ages 14–18 · 2009

A girl and a wolf-boy fight against time and nature to stay together.

Beautiful Creatures
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Beautiful Creatures

Ages 12–18 · 2009

A cursed girl and a haunted boy uncover secrets in a mysterious southern town.

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