New additions are indicated with an asterisk. Isn’t the world scary enough nowadays? Of course not! Everyone needs a good break from reality now and then, and horror can be the best way to do that.

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And unlike horror movies that often rely on jump scares and gore, these well-written scary books provide all the creepiness without those concerns. So try out one of our favorite horror books, and for ...

Cute, kid-friendly monster movie; may scare sensitive kids.