Half-Minute Horrors

Half-Minute Horrors is the ultimate collection of creepy stories for kids aged 8-15. The book includes seventy short, frightening tales from an exceptional selection of writers and illustrators like Lemony Snicket, James Patterson, R.L. Stine, Faye Kellerman, and Holly Black. Young readers will never look at their bedroom closet door, their cat, or even themselves in the mirror the same way again after reading Half-Minute Horrors. Each of the stories in the book is guaranteed to give you instant chills. One of the standout stories in the book is 'Something You Ought to Know' by Lemony Snicket which is about a quiet man who watches you while you sleep. You don't know how he gets into your home or how he manages to stare at you for so long without blinking. You also don't know where he bought the long, sharp knife that he holds in his left hand, sometimes just millimeters from your eyes. Another memorable story in the book is 'The Creeping Hand' by Margaret Atwood. In this story, a shriveled and dirty hand crawls up the cellar stairs and into a young child's room. The hand is searching for something to steal, and it seems that a young hand, hanging down from the bed, is its next victim. Not only is Half-Minute Horrors filled with scary stories, but their profits go to First Book, a not-for-profit organization that brings books to children in need. By purchasing this book, you are not only getting a thrilling read but also helping to provide opportunities for other children to access literature. We highly recommend Half-Minute Horrors for any young reader who enjoys being scared and wants to read a book for a good cause.