New Releases by Melinda Long

Trick or treat, trick or treat! Hungry ghouls crave fresh meat… A recovering addict faces the ultimate test when an old friend puts him through a terrifying ordeal. Two brave souls spend the night in a haunted house, only to emerge forever changed. And a cursed photographer goes to horrific lengths when their vision slowly decays… Scare Street is proud to present a new collection of diabolical delights. Twelve nightmarish tales of terror lurk within this sinister tome. Each one is a treat for shivers and shrieks. And the only tricks you''ll find are the ones your mind plays on you, as you feverishly turn another page… Were those footsteps you heard, creaking across the floorboards? Was that whispering outside the window? Or just the whistling of the wind? The sounds grew closer, louder. A horde of tiny ghouls scamper into your room, saliva dripping from their razor-sharp fangs. And you realize there is only one treat they crave. The sweet taste of human flesh… This volume features to following stories: 1. Poor Boys in Poorhouses by Peter Kelly 2. Bitten by A. J. Hartson 3. A Night in the Kohler House by Donna Marie West 4. Hank''s Murder by S. B. Duncan 5. Filtered by Sarah Stegall 6. A Case of the Creeps by Melinda Long 7. In the Rearview by Nikki R. Leigh 8. An Old Friend by Montgomery England 9. New Arcadia by Kristen Reid 10. Godbeetle by Mike Morgan 11. Joe Baker Closes Up by Jackson Robinson 12. Millie''s Lore by Ron Ripley and Kevin Saito Step into the eerie world of Scare Street, where supernatural horror and suspense await you at every turn. Our collection of ghost stories, paranormal encounters, urban legends, and haunted house stories offer the perfect mix of scary and spooky tales. Whether it''s a creepy campfire classic, short horror stories, or unsettling creepypasta, our tales are crafted to bring thrills and chills that will keep you hooked.

Three friends prepare for an alien invasion with aluminum foil, peanut butter, and science When Art and his friends—Robbie, Jason, and Amy—are having a sleepover, they decide to use Art''s telescope for some stargazing. They are shocked to see a purple spaceship hurtling toward Earth. While his parents think his imagination is getting the best of him, Art thinks Earth is at risk of an alien invasion. What should he do? Should Art and his fellow science detectives alert the authorities, or should they take matters into their own hands? When the local police don''t seem concerned about Art''s report, the kids decide to apply their knowledge of science and critical thinking skills to prepare for the impending attack. They need a plan—and fast! What transpires as they gear up for the spaceship''s arrival will amuse and educate. Art Smart, Science Detective will appeal to budding scientists and even reluctant young readers as it answers burning questions such as "How close is science fiction to real life?" and "Can peanut butter really keep your brain safe from an alien assault?" This entertaining journey through the science of the sky is easily incorporated into middle-grade science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics courses.

"Take a fun holiday trip to South Carolina! As each of the twelve days of Christmas pass, VERY unusual gifts from around the state pile up. Lucky readers are in for a wild countdown!"--

A new activity book inspired by Long''s hilarious, bestselling picture books "How I Became a Pirate" and "Pirates Don''t Change Diapers." Features include coloring pages, activities, pirate tattoos, and Cannonball! card game. Consumable.

Braid Beard and his pirate crew return to retrieve the treasure they buried in Jeremy Jacob''s backyard, but first they must help calm his baby sister, Bonney Anne, whom they awoke from her nap.

Les pirates sont de retour chez Jérémie Jacob et réveillent accidentellement sa petite soeur, qui se met à crier à tue-tête. Bien sûr, il y a un trésor à trouver, mais pas avant d''avoir apaisé la colère du bébé! Les pirates pourront-ils vraiment changer sa couche et la rassurer?

Braid Beard and his pirate crew return to retrieve the treasure they buried in Jeremy Jacob''s backyard, but first they must help calm his baby sister, Bonney Anne, whom they awoke from her nap.

Suitable for children 4-7+ yrs.

A Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator teams up with a witty storyteller for this hilarious pirate adventure starring a little boy who joins Braid Beard''s crew on a fantastic voyage. Full color.

Acting on the advice of various family members, a child tries different ways to get rid of the hiccups. Full-color illustrations.

A child describes the increasing intensity of her grandparents'' snores--that annoy some but also provide a sense of security.