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In this section you will find over 3.861 exciting and thrilling books about Horror. At Tales we have all types of good Horror books for each individual to enjoy, whether you want some of the classics, new or children’s horror books. We all need a little scare in our lives, to learn how to deal with the real world and acknowledge the fact that it is indeed okay to be scared. Scary stories also teach kids that Monsters are terrifying, but at the same time they’ll have an understanding of scary situations, and learn how to cope with them. Take a chance and let the mystery begin here.
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  • by Alex Foulkes
    £7.99

    A hilarious adventure filled with magic and friendship from Alex Foulkes, the bestselling author of Rules for Vampires

  • by Rick Heinz
    £28.49

    There is a price to magic, even if bottled for consumption.

  • by Arianna Courson
    £15.49

    "You're dangerous and addicting; every part of you screams insanity... but you're like a ghost; something that I want to touch, but my hand goes right through you." Selene: I'm not normal. No, I'm definitely not normal. Most of the world doesn't know that werewolves exist, but I do. He thinks I don't know what he is, and he thinks I don't notice his eyes on me while I do my homework at the coffee shop, but I do. Bane Johnathan is the most dreaded, attractive, dangerous alpha in the entire nation; girls swoon over him like millions of little night dancers. But his eyes are always on me. Something about me interests him, and I've noticed through the years that he feels some power over ignoring me when I come up to him, but I'm the one with the power. He watches me, he can't stop; something about me captivates him, and I choose to ignore his stares even when it angers him. I don't care if little old Bane is angry. Right now? There's something else on my mind. There's a new pack out there; a pack of corrupted werewolves lingering through the woods and killing humans, and I know Bane knows something about it, and I can tell they're plotting something. I need to put down my book. It's time to go up and question him. And boy did I regret it.

  • by Shana Gorian
    £20.99

    A search for buried treasure unearths more than the kids bargained for when an infamous pirate's curse unleashes its deadly wrath.When a friendly shopkeeper spins a sordid tale of pirate legend on their first day of vacation, Noah dismisses it as nothing more than a thrilling tale. Yet, following his souvenir treasure map through the Caribbean rain forest in pursuit of the elusive "X" sounds like a fun way to spend a day in paradise.Little does he know the pursuit could change his life forever.Because as he and his sister and best friend inch closer to the treasure, the unimaginable might just become reality.And if it does, can the kids defy the odds and escape with their lives?Follow this unforgettable adventure of three unlikely sleuths, filled with fast-paced thrills and tropical island fun.Recommended for ages 9-12.No graphic violence or language. For fans of Nancy Drew and Scooby Doo.

  • by Heinrich Hoffmann
    £11.99

    A luxurious gift edition of the classic book of iconic illustrated cautionary tales

  • by Janine Beacham
    £7.99

    Una Wexford is thrilled to be adopted after the great war, but an eerie secret lurks in her new home - a life sized animated copy of herself. Is 'Ani' as innocent as she seems or does she want to steal Una's new family - and her life?

  • by Ladybird
    £7.99

    Get ready for Halloween with this spooktacular search and find activity book. Search a haunted house, a ghastly graveyard and a fearsome forest and find the hiding ghost! There are lots more spooky things to find, look for black cats, ghost pumpkins, flying bats and creepy spiders. This search-and-find activity book includes a maze, spot the difference, colouring and six pages of wicked search and find fun!Can you the find the ghost this Halloween?

  • by Amy McCaw
    £7.99

    New Orleans, 1995 Mina's having a hell of a family reunion. After the death and chaos of Halloween, Mina and the gang are looking forward to their road trip to Roswell, New Mexico, where they are hoping to be thrilled by the alien stories and have some quiet time with Mina's parents. However, their trip ends abruptly and before they know it, they are back in New Orleans. Instead of enjoying the fall celebrations and renovating the mansion, they find themselves investigating a serial killer who claims to be a real vampire in disturbing letters to the press. As the city is gripped by fear, a group of believers is planning to disrupt the fragile balance between the humans and the supernatural creatures hiding in the shadows. This threatens the peace that Mina and her friends have been working so hard at maintaining. Caught between investigating the killer and trying to stop the group's destructive plans, Mina's third mystery might be her last . . . 'I could not put this down! Strong Buffy meets Charmed in New Orleans vibes... so much nineties nostalgia.' Cynthia Murphy.

  • by A. A. Mercer
    £13.49 - 17.99

  • by Rj McDowell
    £14.99

    THE DEAD DON'T TALK...OR DO THEY?On her 13th birthday, Agatha Anxious is assigned her first ghost.Now, her Aunt Hattie has vanished. A pirate coin, strange messages drawn by a skeleton hand, and a chance book report provide clues to unraveling the mystery, one which requires a midnight trip to a funeral home and a secret mission to a haunted Mardi Gras mask shop.An evil from the past has surfaced in Biloxi. Can Agatha use her newfound gifts to save her Aunt, or will she be the next victim of an old ghost with a grudge?

  • by Nathan R Maher
    £20.49

    Eleanor falls through the floor and into a dark dimension. Armed with her wits, and a little bit of magic, Eleanor must brave the Bleak below her private school in order to rescue a fellow student.

  • by Ally Russell
    £11.99

  • by Penni Russon
    £6.99

    Unforgettable characters, chaotic family life and an intriguing ghost story combine in this funny, absorbing tale of a family who inherit a mansion on the other side of the world.

  • by Josh Allen
    £13.49

    "A collection of thirteen scary stories with shocking twists on everyday reality, from an innocent set of dark, dusty basement stairs to a piano recital that requires unusual sacrifices"--

  • by Fionna Cosgrove
    £11.49

    Ages 8 - 12. Interactive Adventures. More than 10 different endings!A salty adventure of Ghastly proportions!When you find yourself in the forgotten town of Spine Cliff Bay, the last thing you want is to go in search of the elusive mermaid's grotto. Unfortunately, your sister has other ideas.Does the mermaid really exist? And can she really grant you one wish? Or is it the sea witch that resides deep down in that ghastly grotto?Pick the right trail and you might escape with more than just your own lives.Of course, terror and electrocution are far more likely outcomes...But who knows? In the end, you, and you alone, will determine how twisted your trail becomes.

  • by Jacqui Dempster
    £7.99

    PJ and his fellow ghost-hunting friends are invited to stay in the picturesque fishing village of Pittenweem in Fife, a place which, unbeknown to them, has haunting echoes of its witch-hunting past.

  • by Mary Shelley
    £7.99

    This stunning Oxford Children's Classic edition is the perfect introduction to Frankenstein-the groundbreaking gothic horror novel. Features an introduction by Kiran Millwood Hargrave and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities and more . . .

  • by L. R. Patton
    £10.49 - 19.99

  • by Jenna Ballard
    £10.99

    Color in more than 90 pages of your favorite classic Goosebumps covers, taglines, and characters in this official coloring book based on the bestselling series!This official coloring book based on the classic Goosebumps series features more than 90 images to color! Fill in portraits of your favorite creepy creatures and monsters, including Slappy the Dummy, werewolves, scarecrows, haunted masks, and more! Color in patterned pages, classic book covers, and even iconic taglines from the series.This coloring book is perfect for Goosebumps fans of all ages!

  • by Michelle Jabes Corpora
    £9.49

    "Playmate, come and play with me..." A beloved classic reimagined with a dark twist.After her parents' painful divorce, Evie Archer hopes that moving to Ravenglass, Massachusetts, is the fresh start her family needs. But Evie quickly realizes that her new home—known by locals as the Horror House—carries its own dark past after learning about Holly Hobbie, who mysteriously vanished from her bedroom one night.But traces of Holly linger in the Horror House and slowly begin to take over Evie's life. A strange shadow follows her everywhere she goes, and Evie starts to lose sight of what's real and what isn't the more she learns about The Lost Girl.Can Evie find out what happened the night of Holly's disappearance? Or is history doomed to repeat itself in the Horror House?

  • by Dan Poblocki
    £7.99 - 11.99

  • by Michelle Jabes Corpora
    £13.99

    "Determined to rescue Desmond from the Shadow Land, Evie and her friends investigate the ghosts of the past in order to stop a sinister entity who is haunting the people of Ravenglass"--

  • by D W Gillespie
    £11.99

  • by I. S. Belle
    £8.99

    Senior year is almost over and secret girlfriends Frankie and Ivy are itching to escape their dying town and start their new lives in New York. But Bulldeen won't let go of them yet. After a sudden attack, Ivy gets... strange. Fainting spells and bloody noses and speaking in a voice that isn't hers.Something is setting up roots in Ivy, and it wants Frankie gone.Will the girls make it to graduation, or will Bulldeen finally get its way?SWEETHEARTS is a spooky sapphic romance YA novella and takes place in the ZOMBABE universe.

  • by Christian Salgado
    £19.99

    Lo que creían que sería una noche tranquila de historias de terror se convirtió en una total pesadilla.Sophie sólo quiere pasar una noche tranquila con sus amigos antes de irse a la ciudad, comenzando con una invocación, tomándola como "un simple juego", pero, al caer la noche, ya estando en la oscuridad, empiezan a ser perseguidos por una entidad que creían era sólo un personaje de historias de terror. Desde ese momento, Sophie y sus amigos comenzarán una huida por el bosque.Mientras buscan el camino a casa y son perseguidos por el monstruo, descubren historias ocultas por la policía: casos de desapariciones de niños, adolescentes y adultos.Cada encuentro que tienen con esa cosa, incrementa más el arrepentimiento por haber realizado la invocación y se cuestionan por qué un simple momento, una sola acción, una sola decisión, hizo que sus vidas se transformaran rotundamente en un infierno.

  • by John A Ward
    £12.49

    Christmas is the most magical time of the year. Between the decorations, the movies, and the fun family traditions, you can truly feel the Christmas spirit. While visiting a local Christmas store, things seem to take a terrifying turn when Kelsey notices the store owner, Madame Trudeau, performing a strange ritual over the trio of elf dolls her younger brother Colby picked out. Strange and chilling occurrences lead Kelsey to believe the dolls can come to life. What's scarier than a creepy doll? How about three vengeful elf dolls?

  • by Kenney W. Irish
    £12.49

    Stanley Ryker and his two 3rd grade best friends, Al (Alexandra) and Chunks (Jay) set out once again to save the day! While visiting their favorite summer camp, they are shocked to find that it may close due to numerous bigfoot sightings. The three pull together to find answers and come up with a plan to capture the beast and save the camp. Stanley Ryker and the Bigfoot Run Around is a funny, empowering, hijinks, fast-paced, edge-of your- seat, what's happening-next adventure!

  • by Aaron Shultz
    £7.49

    In the heart of a decaying, forgotten town lies the Hollow Picture Palace, a movie theater that has been abandoned for decades. Once a bustling hub of entertainment, it now stands as a shadowy relic of the past, cloaked in stories of tragedy and mystery. When a group of intrepid teenagers decide to explore the eerie depths of the theater, they unwittingly open the doors to a chilling adventure they'll never forget. Deep within the theater's dusty bowels, they stumble upon an old, cobweb-covered movie reel labeled "Midnight Premiere." Intrigued by the mysterious find, they decide to give it a spin. Little do they know that this decision will set into motion a series of events that defy logic and shatter their sense of reality.Haunted by their own fears, each teenager must confront their inner demons and navigate the treacherous, shifting terrain of the Hollow Picture Palace. The boundaries of reality and illusion blend as they work together to decipher cryptic clues, unlock hidden chambers, and unveil the theater's malevolent history."Midnight Premiere" is a spine-tingling adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Can this group of brave teenagers conquer their own fears and the malevolent forces that seek to ensnare them in the Hollow Picture Palace? Or will they become yet another haunting legend in the theater's dark history? Dive into this gripping tale of mystery, horror, and suspense to find out if they can survive the midnight premiere of their own lives.

The Horror Genre
Horror is a cultural genre that is meant to scare, shock and repulse its audience. An important thing to remember about this type of genre is that it elicits a dreadful sense in the reader through frightening and terrifying themes, situations and descriptive images. When we read a horror book, everything is important, such as the storyline, characters and the whole atmosphere. It is meant to provoke and shock the reader with its exploration of the unknown. The depreciating value that horror has, will help us understand why something is indeed scary. Look at it this way, once you see the monster come into the light, and you see it for what it truly is, it will help you to be less afraid. This genre also has several sub-genres, some of them consist of; Gothic, Science fiction, Survival, Occult, Dark fantasy, Paranormal, etc. Each has its own distinct characteristics. 

Classic Horror books
If we think about some of the popular classic horror books, the first author that will pop up is most likely the gothic writer Edgar Allan Poe. The gothic novel is a subgenre under horror that specifically has a focus on death, originated in the 18th century and is mastered by him. In the 19th and 20th century the horror writers focused on something completely different, such as tales involving occult ideas, and the popular books Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and Dracula by Bram Stoker came into the picture and still kept their relevance today. Frankenstein is a classic story about a scientist who accidentally creates a monster when his experiment goes horribly wrong. And Dracula is a gothic novel about a vampyre who has a desire to spread the undead curse to as many mortal humans as possible. These two popular stories are well known worldwide and they will never lose their relevance, no matter how old they get. That is the magic of being a classic.  

New Horror books
As for the newer horror books, 2019-2021 had been some epic years for horror fiction. It is an ever-evolving genre and so many new voices blossomed. Most of the popular horror stories today involve crime writing, especially serial killers, slashers, and the ghost of the past. Something about newly written gothic stories that take place in the Victorian-era is so thrilling to read about, here we find books like the Stalking Jack the Ripper series by Kerri Maniscalo. The author incorporates themes of equality and social justice which takes the mystery of the infamous murderer to a whole new level. The main character Audrey Rose, eschews polite society for the very scandalous pastime of learning burgeoning science of forensic medicine. While she spends her time being captivated by science, there’s a serial killer on the loose. There’s nothing more thrilling and entertaining than reading about an inspiring heroine who solves mystery crimes. 
Children’s horror books are also important to address. Here we find Nightmares by Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller, where the younger audience can explore dark territory but at the same time be comforted. It is a book that’ll reassure you how to overcome the power of fear. The main character Charlie’s and his friends’ adventure in the Netherworld is harrowing, because they’re in constant danger, but together they try to face their fears and conquer their nightmares. 

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