Dare to Be Scared: Thirteen Stories to Chill and Thrill

Robert D. San Souci


3.83 · 6 ratings · Published: 12 May 2003

Dare to Be Scared: Thirteen Stories to Chill and Thrill by Robert D. San Souci
This illustrated collection by the author of Short and Shivery: Thirty Chilling Tales includes ghost tales, “jump” stories, dark fantasy, and science fiction, all set in contemporary situations that will seem hauntingly familiar to young readers. Several of the stories draw on the rich heritage of legends, folklore, and cultural traditions as they extend into children’s lives today. With suspense, action, and manageable “scare level,” these stories will be popular around the campfire and during summertime sleepovers.

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