Publisher's Synopsis
Here are six ghostly tales to delight children, with a chapter discussing the question of ghostly apparitions. An "imaginary" friend, a haunted attic, a cursed mirror, gremlins in a coalmine, an unfortunate meal and a car propelled by a ghost. Melissa Harker Ridenour presents six supernatural tales with a discussion setting out both sides of the Paranormal question. DO YOU BELIEVE? Let your children decide with this entertaining book. Scary Ghosts and Playful Ghosts: Children's Tales of Fright and Delight is a collection of invigorating tales that will delight children young and old who love the thrill of the unknown. Melissa Ridenour does an incredible job describing the scenes of these tales, creating an image for the reader that gives the tale a moody boost, sucking the reader in and making them wonder if the story they've read is true or not, but learning the lessons presented as well. We do not tempt the fates, but bring peace to the restless souls. Scary stories around the campfire have been traditions for many years for many people. This book will be a welcomed addition to these occasions. The tales are short, to the point, descriptive, fun, and, at times, bone chilling. It gives the reader food for thought while entertaining them as well. - Renee Hand, Award-Winning Author of Children's Interactive Mysteries Scary Ghosts and Playful Ghosts: Children's Tales of Fright and Delight is a clever premise coupled with the lively writing of Melissa Ridenour. Ghosts turn up where readers least expect them, and readers will delight in their antics such that it does not deny even the most sensitive child the fun of a good ghost story. - Stacie Vaughn Hutton, Author of Moonbeam Award Winning book, Shovelful of Sunshine