Books About Supernatural Creatures · 57 titles considered

The Best Supernatural Creatures Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about supernatural creatures? 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.

Serafina and the Splintered Heart
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2007

Skulduggery Pleasant

By Derek Landy · Book #1 in the Skulduggery Pleasant series

A girl and a skeleton sorcerer must stop evil forces threatening the world.

FCBG Children’s Book Award (2008)Odyssey Honor (2008)
384 pages· 68,048 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 74,294 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Stephanie inherits her uncle's estate, only to discover his horror stories were real. Now, pursued by dark forces, she teams up with Skulduggery, a witty skeleton sorcerer. Together, they must unravel a dangerous mystery and save the world. Can this unlikely duo outsmart the sinister powers at play, or will they fall victim to the very horrors they seek to defeat? Dive into a world where magic and danger lurk around every corner, and nothing is as it seems.
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Lumberjanes, Vol. 1: Beware the Kitten Holy

Five friends face supernatural creatures and a world-threatening mystery at summer camp.

128 pages· 6,562 words· Est. 59 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 81,772 ratings
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Summary: At Lumberjane scout camp, Jo, April, Mal, Molly, and Ripley are ready for an unforgettable summer. But when yetis, three-eyed wolves, and giant falcons appear, their friendship is tested. These five fearless girls must tackle bizarre quests and supernatural foes to solve a mystery that could change everything. Will their bond be enough to save the world? Dive into a thrilling adventure where every day is a new challenge, and the stakes are higher than ever. It's a wild ride of friendship, courage, and mystery that you won't want to miss.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Serafina and the Splintered Heart

By Robert Beatty · Book #3 in the Serafina series

A mysterious force threatens Biltmore. Can Serafina harness her powers in time?

384 pages· 79,935 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 8,570 ratings
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Summary: Serafina awakens in darkness, scarred from battle, to find Biltmore Estate changed beyond recognition. As violent storms and a nameless threat approach, she must uncover the truth and master her new powers. With only days to act, Serafina fights to reclaim her role as Guardian and protect all she loves. Will she succeed before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020

The Kid Who Came From Space

A signed book holds secrets within its pages.

364 pages· 69,680 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,328 ratings
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Summary: In a world where every book tells a story, one signed copy holds a mystery waiting to be unraveled. As the pages turn, secrets emerge, challenging the reader to uncover the truth hidden within the lightly tanned leaves. What revelations lie in the dedication, and how will they change everything?
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2022

Ravenfall

By Kalyn Josephson · Book #1 in the Ravenfall series

Two kids must stop a mythical creature threatening their world.

256 pages· 64,317 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,322 ratings
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Summary: At Ravenfall Inn, Anna's power to foresee death seems useless until Colin arrives, searching for his brother. Together, they face a Celtic creature linked to Colin's past. Can they stop it before Halloween night, or will their world be destroyed?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Amari and the Great Game

Amari faces a deadly game to save her brother and the future of magiciankind.

432 pages· 94,173 words· Est. 13 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,442 ratings
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Summary: Amari Peters thought her summer as a Junior Agent would be easy, but with a new anti-magician minister, rivalries, and her brother Quinton's worsening curse, she's overwhelmed. When the League of Magicians offers her leadership, she declines, inadvertently allowing a dangerous magician to rise. Now, the Great Game begins—a perilous competition to decide the Night Brothers' successor. With Quinton's fate hanging in the balance, Amari must navigate this deadly challenge. Can she outsmart her rivals and save her brother, or will the future of magiciankind fall into the wrong hands?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Amari and the Night Brothers

A girl must navigate a magical world to find her missing brother.

416 pages· 92,364 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 38,601 ratings
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Summary: Amari Peters discovers a mysterious briefcase leading her to the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs, where she must compete against seasoned magical kids to find her missing brother, Quinton. As she faces skepticism and her own illegal talent, an evil magician threatens the supernatural realm. Can Amari overcome the odds and uncover the truth about Quinton's disappearance?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2009

The Stonekeeper's Curse

By Kazu Kibuishi · Book #2 in the Amulet series

A quest for a cure leads to peril in a city of waterfalls.

220 pages· 6,618 words· Est. 59 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 48,633 ratings
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Summary: Emily and Navin race to Kanalis, a city of waterfalls, seeking a cure for their mother's poison-induced coma. With robotic allies in tow, they soon discover that help comes with dangerous strings attached. Can they navigate the city's mysteries and save their mother before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Arlo Finch in the Lake of the Moon

By John August · Book #2 in the Arlo Finch series

Arlo Finch uncovers family secrets and ancient spirits at a mysterious summer camp.

400 pages· 77,672 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,361 ratings
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Summary: At Camp Redfeather, Arlo Finch and his friends, Indra and Wu, embark on a quest beyond canoeing and hiking. They seek ancient forest spirits and decode cryptic messages in tree bark. As they unravel the mystery of the long-lost Yellow Patrol, Arlo discovers a hidden history tied to his own family. With new faces altering the camp's dynamics and an ancient monster lurking in the lake, Arlo must navigate a world where magic and reality intertwine. What secrets will he uncover, and how will they change his life forever?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Blue Moon

A girl uncovers a sinister zombie plan while keeping her undead mother's secret.

336 pages· 64,393 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,966 ratings
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Summary: Molly Bigelow's world is turned upside down when she discovers her mother was a legendary zombie hunter—and not entirely dead. As she aids the Omega team in unmasking the original thirteen zombies in New York City, Molly must navigate a web of secrets and a looming undead threat. Her journey from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade to Times Square on New Year’s Eve tests her loyalties and courage. Can Molly protect her family and friends while confronting a chilling conspiracy? The stakes are high, and her life will never be the same.
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Supernatural Creatures Picture Books

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

The 13 Nights of Halloween

Ages 4–8 · 2011

A mummy's spooky gifts lead to a Halloween countdown full of surprises.

Dark Forest

2016

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Campfire Vampire

Ages 5–7 · 2019

Two friends encounter strange noises in the woods during a camping trip and discover a vampire family searching for their lost daughter.

Dracula

2007

A young lawyer travels to Transylvania to finalize the sale of a house to a mysterious count, but soon discovers that the count is a vampire with sinister intentions

The ZomBees

Ages 4–8

Zombie bees swarm a town on Halloween. What do they want?

I Am Wednesday (Little Golden Book)

Ages 4–8 · 2024

A young sleuth unravels supernatural mysteries at a peculiar academy.

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Supernatural Creatures Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about supernatural creatures for developing and independent readers.

Heart of the Mummy

Ages 8–12 · 2010

A werewolf, vampire, and mummy battle spiders to find a relic and save their home.

Peter and the Secret of Rundoon

Ages 10–13 · 2007

Peter and Molly face a sinister king and shadowy foe in a race to save the world.

Vampire Mountain

Ages 10–13 · 2001

A perilous journey to Vampire Mountain tests Darren's humanity and survival.

Lumberjanes

Ages 11–14 · 2015

Campers face mythical creatures and mysteries at an extraordinary summer camp.

Cartoon Chronicles & Calamities

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Cuphead, Mugman, and Ms. Chalice face whimsical challenges in the magical Inkwell Isles.

Fang of the Vampire

Ages 8–12 · 2009

A boy must collect relics to escape a sinister supernatural neighborhood.

The Storm Runner

Ages 10–14 · 2018

A boy must stop an evil god from escaping a volcano's depths.

Secrets of Camp Whatever
#1 in Series
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Secrets of Camp Whatever

Ages 9–12 · 2021

A summer camp mystery with missing campers and suspected vampires challenges Willow's courage.

Don't Want to Be Your Monster

Ages 10–14 · 2023

Vampire brothers must unite to stop a killer before it's too late.

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Serafina and the Black Cloak

Ages 9–12 · 2015

Children vanish at Biltmore Estate. Can a hidden girl and her ally unmask the cloaked kidnapper?

The Ghoul Next Door
#1 in Series
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The Ghoul Next Door

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A boy's eerie gifts lead to a forbidden friendship with a ghoul, risking a fate worse than death.

The Ironwood Tree

Ages 7–12 · 2004

Goblins and elves target the Grace kids for a mysterious guide. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

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