Andersen Press witches you a Happy Halloween! Read on to discover our spine-chilling books guaranteed to get you in the spooky spirit…
Not Now, Bernard
Bernard’s got a problem: he’s found a monster in the back garden, but his mum and dad are just too busy to notice. So, Bernard tries to befriend the monster which doesn’t go quite to plan…
From the creator of Elmer and Mr Benn, David McKee’s classic picture book has been adored by children, monsters and adults for decades! The latest edition marks the 45th year anniversary of this timeless favourite.
‘Arguably the finest children’s books ever written’ – The i
Godfather Death
When a poor fisherman chooses Death to be godfather to his son, he’s confident he’s made a good choice. At the christening, Death gives the fisherman a gift that seems at first to be the key to the family’s fortune, but when greed overcomes the fisherman, he learns that nobody can truly cheat Death…
Nominated for a 2025 Carnegie Medal for Illustration, this reimagined Grimm tale by award-winning author Sally Nicholls and hauntingly illustrated by Júlia Sardà is bound to thrill readers of all ages.
‘Gloriously gothic’ – Guardian
Most Haunted Houses
Discover the spooky histories of real-life places in this chilling non-fiction series. From the homes of kings and queens, to the ‘Most Haunted House in Britain’, these spooky stories are not for the fainthearted! Prepare to discover some terrifying paranormal activity, including the ghost of a barbaric priest, a witch who stood trial for murder, and a pair of tragic lovers.
Paranormal investigator Yvette Fielding has been uncovering the ghostly pasts of places for over 20 years. Join her as she brings to life the chilling histories of some of the most notorious houses in the UK.
The Haunting of Tyrese Walker
After a shocking event leaves Tyrese struggling with grief, he’s taken to visit family in Jamaica, but strange things start happening: visions, blackouts, and the discovery of a grave hidden in the forest. Under threat, Tyrese and his friends set out on a terrifying journey. Who can Tyrese trust when his own mind is falling apart and there’s nowhere left to hide?
From the fantastic J P Rose, this page-turning YA novel won the Quiz Writers’ Choice Award for Secondary Fiction, was nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Writing and was shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award and Diverse Book Award.
‘A creepy, atmospheric psychological horror’ – Guardian, Imogen Russel Williams
Aggie Morton, Mystery Queen: The Body Under the Piano
Aggie Morton hasn’t had much to do since the death of her beloved father, until the day she crosses paths with Belgian immigrant Hector Perot and discovers a dead body on the floor of the Mermaid Dance Room. Aggie and her new friend must solve the case before Aggie’s beloved dance instructor is charged with a crime Aggie is sure she didn’t commit.
Written by Marthe Jocelyn and illustrated by Isabelle Follath, the first book in this middle-grade mystery series is inspired by the imagined life of Agatha Christie as a child and her most popular creation, Hercule Poirot.
‘Pure delight – brimming with adventure, mystery and fun’ – Rebecca Stead
Bitterthorn
Blumwald is a town overshadowed by an ancient curse: in the depths of the wood lives a monstrous Witch. Once a generation, she comes to claim a companion to return with her – never to be seen again. Now that time is drawing near once more. When Mina offers herself up, the fate that awaits her is more strange and wondrous than she can imagine.
This darkly seductive Gothic romance by Kat Dunn, inspired by classic fairytales like Beauty and the Beast, was nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Writing, shortlisted for the Nero Book Award and longlisted for the Polari Prize.
‘A perfect fireside tale – I loved every moment of reading it’ – Samantha Shannon
Mermaid School: The Spooky Shipwreck
Marnie Blue and her school friends are spending the weekend at an activity centre in Mermaid Lagoon. There will be lots of fun things to do, but Marnie is secretly scared: she’s heard all the ghostly tales about the shipwreck that lies nearby. Can she brave the weekend away long enough to find out the secret of the spooky shipwreck?
Written by Lucy Courtenay and illustrated by Sheena Dempsey, this funny and adventurous school series is perfect for ages 6 and up.
‘Young readers will love spending time with Marnie and her friends – LoveReading4Kids, Andrea Reece
The Ghost of Us
Cara is an aspiring ghost hunter, determined to show she’s more than a high school outcast by finding proof of the supernatural. Then she stumbles upon the spirit of Aiden, a popular boy who died a year ago. Yet Aiden has his own plan to help his reclusive sister Meredith recover from his death. And he’s decided Cara’s the girl for the job.
James L. Sutter delivers a supernatural LGBT YA romance novel filled with sparky humour that will have readers gripped.
‘Smart, addictive, and romantic as hell’ – Cale Dietrich, bestselling author of If This Gets Out and The Rules of Royalty
The Vampire of Whitby
When a young archaeologist disappears during a dig at Whitby Abbey, so begins a terrifying and sinister chain of events. As more disappearances are reported, young ghost hunters Eve, Clovis and Tom find themselves involved in a terrifying case. Could it be that the ghost of Vlad the Impaler has come to the seaside town? And can they stop the rise of his demonic vampire army?
This is the fourth book in this best-selling ghost series by the Queen of the Paranormal and presenter of TV show Most Haunted, Yvette Fielding.
Help!
A hideous monster needs your help to reverse the spell so he can return to his gorgeous self. Do everything right to help the monster get back to his true form and be gorgeous again…or so he thinks.
This play-along picture book authored by Anna Brooke and illustrated by Adam Ming is hilarious, interactive and entertaining.
‘Will have children giggling right up until the final reveal’ – The Bookseller, Buyer’s Guide
More eerie-sistible reads…
The House in the Woods
When Clovis, Eve and Tom decide to play with a ouija board in an abandoned house on Halloween, none of them foresees the horrors they’re about to unleash. Before long the friends are caught up in a series of events beyond their wildest imaginings and their journey as ghost hunters begins . . .
Stranger Things meets Point Horror in the first of a brilliant new series for readers aged 11+ from Yvette Fielding.
The Ripper of Whitechapel
When the ghosts of two young children start to haunt a local school, trainee ghost hunters Eve, Clovis and Tom are invited to help investigate. But before long they realise there is more to this haunting than they first realised. Could the ghost children be victims of Jack the Ripper? And is the evil Ripper of Whitechapel about to unleash a new campaign of terror from beyond the grave?
Part of The Ghost Hunter Chronicles by Yvette Fielding.
The Witches of Pendle
When a new family moves into a house in Pendle, they discover a witch’s bottle filled with curses. Soon the spirits of those accused of witchcraft in the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 are released, wreaking havoc in the area. Eve, Clovis and Tom are enlisted, together with their mentor Professor Rufus, to investigate in their latest and most challenging mission yet.
Part of The Ghost Hunter Chronicles by Yvette Fielding.
The Taking of Jake Livingston
Jake Livingston sees dead people everywhere. But he can’t decide what’s worse: being a medium forced to watch the dead play out their last moments or being at the mercy of racist teachers as one of the few Black students. Both are a living nightmare he can’t wake up from. Though most ghosts are harmless, Sawyer Doon wants much more from Jake. Sawyer, who was an incredibly troubled teen in life, is a powerful, vengeful ghost with plans for Jake. High school has become a different kind of survival game – one Jake is not sure he can win.
Get Out meets Holly Jackson in this New York Times bestseller, YA social thriller where survival is not guaranteed written by Ryan Douglass.
How to Make Friends with a Ghost
What do you do when you meet a ghost? One: Provide the ghost with some of its favourite snacks. Two: Tell your ghost bedtime stories. Three: Make sure no one mistakes your ghost for whipped cream or a marshmallow when you aren’t looking! If you follow these essential tips, you’ll learn how a ghost can be the perfect companion for rest of your life and beyond…
A whimsical story about ghost care, Rebecca Green’s debut picture book is a perfect combination of offbeat humour, quirky and sweet illustrations, and the timeless theme of friendship.
The Dragonsitter: Trick or Treat
On Halloween the night is full of strange creatures: witches, vampires, ghosts – and dragons. In their seventh adventure Eddie and Emily take their uncle’s pet dragons trick or treating. But the dragons have quite the sweet tooth, and it’s not long before things go ghoulishly wrong…
Written by Josh Lacey and illustrated by Garry Parsons, The Dragonsitter series was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and has been translated into 8 languages.
The Little Book of Spooky Jokes
What happens if you see twin witches? You won’t be able to tell which witch is which. What did the skeleton say when his brother told a lie? You can’t fool me, I can see right through you.
This small but mighty book of freaky funnies will have kids howling with laughter.
