Books About Scary Stories

The Best Scary Stories Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about scary stories? 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.

The Doll in the Hall and Other Scary Stories
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2021

The Doll in the Hall and Other Scary Stories

By Max Brallier, Letizia Rubegni (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Mister Shivers series

Discover eerie tales where dolls move and mysteries lurk in shadows.

64 pages· 1,319 words· Est. 22 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 259 ratings
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Summary: Mia's first babysitting job takes a chilling turn when a life-sized doll appears in the hallway, its eyes following her every move. This is just one of five spine-tingling stories where unexpected twists and eerie mysteries await. Who is watching, and what secrets do these tales hold? Perfect for young readers seeking a thrill, each story promises to captivate and spook, leaving them eager for more. Dare to uncover the mysteries within?
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

Fright Club

Monsters face off against cute critters to see who’s truly the scariest.

32 pages· 448 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 930 ratings
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Summary: On Halloween eve, Fright Club's elite monsters—Vladimir the Vampire, Fran K. Stein, Sandy Witch, and Virginia Wolf—prepare for Operation Kiddie Scare. But when adorable critters crash their meeting, the monsters must prove who’s truly terrifying. Will the cute newcomers out-scare the seasoned ghouls? Join the spooky showdown and discover who reigns supreme in this laugh-out-loud tale.
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2023

Dare to Be Scared!

Two friends engage in a series of dares to scare each other.

72 pages· 521 words· Est. 8 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 441 ratings
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Summary: Pizza and Taco, fearless friends, embark on a daring ghost pepper hunt to prove their bravery. Armed with flashlights and a list, they tackle dark closets and scary movies. But can they handle the ultimate spicy test? Join their hilarious adventure and find out if courage or comedy prevails in this delightful graphic chapter book for young readers.
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019

Campfire Stories

A boy goes on a camping trip with his family and friends, where they tell scary stories and encounter supernatural events

128 pages· 4,460 words· Est. 50 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 234 ratings
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Summary: Join Desmond, Andres, and their ghostly friend Zax on a camping trip where ghost stories aren't just tales—they're true. As the night deepens, each story grows scarier, challenging the trio to outdo one another. But when the line between fiction and reality blurs, will they uncover something more than just a spooky story? Dive into this thrilling adventure and discover if you can brave the truth behind the campfire's glow.
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