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Short and scary!

By Louise Cooper

Over forty tiny tales where ordinary moments turn spooky, strange, funny or unexpectedly dangerous.

spooky · humorous · surprising · thought-provoking

Genres

Horror/Spooky Humour Science Fiction

What is Short and scary! about?

Ghosts, monsters, aliens and ordinary people with extraordinary problems fill this lively collection of more than forty tiny tales. Some stories are properly spooky, while others are funny, strange or unsettling, often ending with a surprising twist. Drawing on folk tales, urban myths, jokes and original ideas, each story can be read in just a few minutes. Together, they offer quick shocks, mysterious moments and plenty to discuss, making this an accessible collection for young readers who enjoy their scares short and sharp.

About the author

Louise Cooper was a British author who loved writing exciting fantasy stories. She wrote many books, including the famous 'Time Master' trilogy. Louise enjoyed creating magical worlds and interesting characters for readers to explore. She hoped her stories would inspire children to use their imaginations and go on their own adventures through reading.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2002

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