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New Horror for Adults
A Brief History of Horror Fiction
Designed to disturb and frighten horror fiction is not for everyone, but, if you dare, take a deep dive into the genre with the history.
Books & Short Stories that Capture the Essence of October
This carefully curated collection of books and short stories endeavors to capture the multifaceted spirit of October.
No Muse Is Good News!
The novels highlighted here explore these darker, terrifying inspirations—the ones that should have remained undisturbed and forgotten.
Chills & Thrills from Hispanic Authors
Discover a chilling title from Hispanic authors around the world.
A Brief History of Horror Fiction
Designed to disturb and frighten horror fiction is not for everyone, but, if you dare, take a deep dive into the genre with the history.
Books & Short Stories that Capture the Essence of October
This carefully curated collection of books and short stories endeavors to capture the multifaceted spirit of October.
No Muse Is Good News!
The novels highlighted here explore these darker, terrifying inspirations—the ones that should have remained undisturbed and forgotten.
Chills & Thrills from Hispanic Authors
Discover a chilling title from Hispanic authors around the world.
New Horror for Teens
My Librarian: Action and Horror Picks for Teens
By request, a list of books that either search the shadows or explode into action--and a couple that manage to do both!
Invasions! Teens in Peril
Read these exciting stories of teens trying to survive against threatening invasions of all types!
My Librarian: Your Favorite Teen Genre--Plus, Horror!
Dip your toes into the teen horror category by trying these titles that mix horror with your favorite genres!
My Librarian: Murder Mysteries for Teens
These whodunnits were gathered for a My Librarian request. Happy sleuthing!
My Librarian: Action and Horror Picks for Teens
By request, a list of books that either search the shadows or explode into action--and a couple that manage to do both!
Invasions! Teens in Peril
Read these exciting stories of teens trying to survive against threatening invasions of all types!
My Librarian: Your Favorite Teen Genre--Plus, Horror!
Dip your toes into the teen horror category by trying these titles that mix horror with your favorite genres!
My Librarian: Murder Mysteries for Teens
These whodunnits were gathered for a My Librarian request. Happy sleuthing!
Halloween for Kids
Grow a Reader: Not-so-scary Books for Halloween
Even the youngest reader can enjoy the thrill of Halloween. These books are just right for a little tension and laughs at the unexpected!
My Librarian: Scary Stories for Third Graders
Books to give you shivers! This collection was created in response to a request for some spooky titles for a third grader.
Monsters Under the Bed...and the Bath?
Spooky, scary - and most of all, funny! Check out this list of marvelous monster-themed picture books.
Spooky Stories
These stories are more spooky than scary and might be a better choice for kids who want Halloween books that aren't too horrifying.
Grow a Reader: Not-so-scary Books for Halloween
Even the youngest reader can enjoy the thrill of Halloween. These books are just right for a little tension and laughs at the unexpected!
My Librarian: Scary Stories for Third Graders
Books to give you shivers! This collection was created in response to a request for some spooky titles for a third grader.
Monsters Under the Bed...and the Bath?
Spooky, scary - and most of all, funny! Check out this list of marvelous monster-themed picture books.
Spooky Stories
These stories are more spooky than scary and might be a better choice for kids who want Halloween books that aren't too horrifying.
The King of All Monsters: Frankenstein's Creature
"Look! It's moving. It's alive. It's alive... It's alive, it's moving, it's alive, it's alive, it's alive,…
Dracula: King of the Bloodsuckers
Dracula, as we know him today, is such a popular and established a character of Halloween, but what were his orgins?
Full Moon Madness: The Wolfman
The image of a cursed soul doomed to become a werewolf at the rising of a full moon is one of the most iconic concepts in horror.
The King of All Monsters: Frankenstein's Creature
"Look! It's moving. It's alive. It's alive... It's alive, it's moving, it's alive, it's alive, it's alive,…
Dracula: King of the Bloodsuckers
Dracula, as we know him today, is such a popular and established a character of Halloween, but what were his orgins?
Full Moon Madness: The Wolfman
The image of a cursed soul doomed to become a werewolf at the rising of a full moon is one of the most iconic concepts in horror.
Streaming Horror
Free to Borrow and Impossible to Forget...
Whether you’re a jump-scare devotee or a psychological horror purist, there’s something here to unsettle you.
Spooky Tales & Tunes for Every Age
No matter your Halloween vibe, Hoopla has something for you! Browse these Hoopla Halloween collections and get into the spooky spirit.