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Short Scary Stories for Kids: 25 Terrifying Tales for Brave Young Readers Ages 8-12 - Spine-Tingling, Suspenseful & Perfect for Nighttime Reading
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionHorror
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 26 2026
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Are you brave enough to read them all? Short Scary Stories for Kids is a chilling collection of 25 spooky tales crafted for bold young readers ages 8 to 12 who love suspense, mystery, and just the right amount of fear.
Inside this book, kids will explore eerie forests, haunted rooms, strange whispers in the dark, and mysterious shadows that seem a little too real. Each story is short, intense, and designed to deliver goosebumps without crossing the line into anything graphic or inappropriate-perfect for young thrill-seekers.
Whether your child enjoys reading alone, sharing creepy tales at a sleepover, or telling stories by flashlight during a campout, this book offers the perfect blend of fear, fun, and imagination.
Perfect for:
Kids ages 8-12 who love spooky adventures
Fans of short, fast-paced scary stories
Bedtime chills, campfire nights, and flashlight reading
Independent readers who enjoy suspense
Parents looking for age-appropriate scary content
Inside they'll find:
25 spine-tingling stories
Dark and eerie themes without graphic content
Creepy twists and surprise endings
Tales short enough to read in one sitting
Stories that spark imagination, courage, and curiosity
Each story ends with one lingering question: What if it's real?
If your young reader loves thrills, chills, and stories that make their heart race, this book is the perfect challenge. Only for the brave. If you're not afraid of the dark... open the first page.
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