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Book Synopsis: A boy is imprisoned by a witch and must tell her a new scary story each night to stay alive. This thrilling contemporary fantasy from J. A. White, the acclaimed author of the Thickety series, brings to life the magic and craft of storytelling. Alex's original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping the witch Natacha happy, but soon he'll run out of pages to read from and be trapped forever. He's loved scary stories his whole life, and he knows most don't have a happily ever after. Now that Alex is trapped in a true terrifying tale, he's desperate for a different ending—and a way out of this twisted place.
This modern spin on the Scheherazade story is perfect for fans of Coraline and A Tale Dark and Grimm. With interwoven tips on writing with suspense, adding in plot twists, hooks, interior logic, and dealing with writer's block, this is the ideal book for budding writers and all readers of delightfully just-dark-enough tales.
* Summer 2018 Kids' Indie Next List * YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Nomination * 2019-2020 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award * 2020 Rhode Island Children's Book Award Nominee * Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2019 (9-12) * 2020-2021 Missouri Association of School Librarians Truman Readers Award Preliminary Nominee * Texas Bluebonnet Award List 2020-2021 * South Carolina Junior Book Award Nominee (2021-2022)
*Plus return to the world of Nightbooks—if you dare—with J. A. White's follow-up, Gravebooks!
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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Nightbooks, a thrilling contemporary fantasy that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Written by acclaimed author J. A. White, this gripping tale follows a young boy named Alex who must weave terrifying stories for a witch to stay alive. But as the pages dwindle, he becomes trapped in a twisted place with no escape in sight. If you're a fan of Coraline and a Tale Dark and Grimm, you won't be able to put this book down. Experience the magic of storytelling and discover the secrets of suspense, plot twists, and more with Nightbooks.
Don't miss out on the perfect opportunity to inspire your young readers and budding writers. Nightbooks is not only an entertaining read but an educational one too. With interwoven tips on writing, including creating suspense, adding plot twists, and dealing with writer's block, this book is a valuable resource for aspiring authors of any age. Let your imagination run wild and embark on a thrilling journey into the world of Nightbooks today.
Summer 2018 Kids' Indie Next List * YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Nomination * 2019-2020 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award * 2020 Rhode Island Children's Book Award Nominee * Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2019 (9-12) * 2020-2021 Missouri Association of School Librarians Truman Readers Award Preliminary Nominee * Texas Bluebonnet Award List 2020-2021 * South Carolina Junior Book Award Nominee (2021-2022)
Ready for another spine-chilling adventure? Return to the world of Nightbooks with J. A. White's follow-up, Gravebooks. Don't miss the chance to continue the thrilling journey and indulge in more dark and captivating tales. Get your hands on Gravebooks now, if you dare!
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