{"id":7252,"date":"2026-10-30T11:11:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T15:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=7252"},"modified":"2026-10-30T11:12:26","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T15:12:26","slug":"halloween-books-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/halloween-books-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Halloween Books for Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Halloween is just around the corner, and you know what that means: costumes, candy and monsters galore! But between carving pumpkins and planning the perfect costume, there’s always time to curl up with a good Halloween book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether your kid loves goofy ghosts, silly monsters or a bone-chilling mystery, we’ve got them covered. Here are 12 Halloween books for kids on Epic. Some are sweet, some are spooky and a few might make you want to leave the lights on.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ready for a frightfully good storytime? Let’s get reading! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/strong>Gustavo, the Shy Ghost<\/em><\/strong><\/a> by Flavia Z. Drago<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Being a ghost doesn’t make it any easier to make friends! Gustavo loves playing the violin, but he’s too shy to approach the other monsters. When he plans a special concert, he hopes someone will finally notice him. A sweet Halloween read about friendship and finding the courage to be seen.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. <\/strong>Dora’s Halloween Adventure<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>by Sarah Wilson<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join Dora and her friends for a Halloween adventure filled with costumes and surprises! A fun choice for younger readers who want to celebrate the holiday with everyone\u2019s favorite explorer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. <\/strong>My First Dino-Halloween<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>by Lisa Wheeler\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dinosaurs are getting into the Halloween spirit! With some prehistoric friends, this colorful picture book combines two things little readers love: dinosaurs and Halloween. Perfect for kids who prefer their monsters on the adorable side.<\/p>\n\n\n

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4. <\/strong>Ghoulia<\/em><\/strong><\/a> by Barbara Cantini<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ghoulia isn’t like other girls. She’s a zombie who lives in a haunted mansion, and all she wants is a friend. When Halloween arrives, she finally gets the chance to venture outside without standing out. A charming, illustrated story about fitting in and celebrating what makes you different.<\/p>\n\n\n

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5. <\/strong>Me and My Dragon: Scared of Halloween<\/em><\/strong><\/a> by David Biedrzycki<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even dragons get scared sometimes! When Halloween rolls around, one little dragon discovers that costumes and spooky surprises aren’t quite as exciting as they seem. A funny, not-too-frightening choice for kids who are still warming up to Halloween.<\/p>\n\n\n

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6. <\/strong>Scooby-Doo! A Haunted Halloween<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>by Lee Howard<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Zoinks! Halloween wouldn’t be complete without a mystery from Scooby-Doo and the gang. With suspicious characters and spooky surprises, this adventure is a great pick for young detectives who love solving mysteries.<\/p>\n\n\n

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7. <\/strong>Halloween Forest<\/em><\/strong><\/a> by Marion Dane Bauer\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Take a walk through a mysterious forest where nothing is quite what it seems. With atmospheric illustrations and a spooky setting, this picture book invites readers to look closely at the strange shapes hiding among the trees. A great read-aloud for a chilly October evening.<\/p>\n\n\n

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8. <\/strong>Tuck and Tina and the Bone School Ghost<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a> by Jess Brallier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

School is spooky enough without a ghost wandering the halls! Join Tuck and Tina for an illustrated adventure filled with strange happenings and ghostly surprises. A fun choice for readers who enjoy a little mystery with their laughs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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9. <\/strong>Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a> by R.L. Stine <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some Halloween books are funny. Others are downright creepy. When a ventriloquist’s dummy named Slappy enters the picture, things take a terrifying turn. This Goosebumps<\/em> classic is a great pick for older kids who can’t get enough of scary stories.<\/p>\n\n\n

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10. <\/strong>Muttlee and the Best Halloween Costume<\/em><\/strong><\/a> by Nicola Lopetz\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Picking the perfect Halloween costume isn’t always easy, especially when you’re Muttlee! This festive Read-To-Me adventure follows the lovable pup as he gets into the Halloween spirit. A cheerful choice for young readers who love animals, costumes and a good laugh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find More Halloween Books for Kids on Epic!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The costumes might get packed away and the candy might disappear, but a good spooky story never goes out of season! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore even more Halloween books for kids on Epic<\/a>, and keep the reading fun going long after October 31.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Happy Halloween and happy reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n \u25b6<\/span> What are some good Halloween books for kids? <\/summary>\n
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Gustavo, the Shy Ghost and Ghoulia and are great choices for Halloween reading. For kids who love a bigger scare, try Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy.\n<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> What Halloween books are good for younger children?\n <\/summary>\n
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Try My First Dino-Halloween or Dora’s Halloween Adventure. These books celebrate the holiday with familiar characters and friendly Halloween fun.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> Are there Halloween books for kids who don’t like scary stories? <\/summary>\n
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Absolutely! Gustavo, the Shy Ghost focuses on friendship, while Me and My Dragon: Scared of Halloween approaches Halloween fears with humor.\n<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n