Books About Ventriloquism

The Best Ventriloquism Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about ventriloquism? 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 Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Ventriloquism

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1995

Night of the Living Dummy 2

By R.L. Stine · Book #31 in the Goosebumps series

A ventriloquist's dummy comes to life, turning a girl's world into chaos.

144 pages· 21,070 words· Est. 3 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 9,878 ratings

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Summary: Young ventriloquist Amy's new dummy, Slappy, seems perfect until he starts moving on his own. As Slappy's antics grow sinister, Amy must uncover the truth behind his eerie behavior. Can she stop him before he ruins everything?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Slappy, Beware!

Goosebumps series

A sinister dummy must wreak havoc daily or face eternal slumber. Can he outwit the Carlton family?

165 pages· 23,240 words· Est. 3 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 357 ratings

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Summary: Slappy, a malevolent ventriloquist's dummy, must cause chaos daily or risk eternal sleep. Created by the sorcerer Darkwell, Slappy's evil antics usually succeed—until he encounters the Carlton family. As each attempt at mischief backfires, panic sets in. Will this be the end of Slappy's reign of terror, or can he outsmart his new adversaries before sunset seals his fate forever?

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