Happy Halloween
The library has plenty of frightful fun for all ages.
Watch Horror:
For Adults
Halloween Movie Lists
"They won't stay dead!" Zombie Movies
They'll eat your brains. Check out these zombie movies for your undead entertainment.
"They're here!" Supernatural Movies
These disturbing paranormal movies are perfect examples of the phrase "better off dead."
Creature Features
Whether they want to slither, swim, or stalk you, these creature features will have you hearing bumps in the night.
Read Horror:
For Adults
Halloween Booklists
Chills & Thrills from Hispanic Authors
Discover a chilling title from Hispanic authors around the world.
"This house is too good to be true!"
That's right - your dream house? It's haunted. Check out these books involving houses you may want to think twice about before moving in.
The World of Lore
Our fears have roots. Check out the books based on the podcast "Lore", along with other book titles that may pique your interest.
Halloween Books for Adults
Classic Monsters Blogs:
Creepy History
Classic Monster History
Dracula: King of the Bloodsuckers
Dracula, as we know him today, is such a popular and established a character of Halloween, but what were his orgins?
The King of All Monsters: Frankenstein's Creature
"Look! It's moving. It's alive. It's alive... It's alive, it's moving, it's alive, it's alive, it's alive,…
The Invisible Man: A Fantastic Sensation
How did the invisible man make an appearance in Hollywood? He grazed literature first.
Dream a Little Dream: Neil Gaiman's The Sandman
Read more about the critically-acclaimed graphic novel series that has inspired the fantasy genre since the early '90s.
Spooky Little Podcasts to Check Out
Here are some creepy and thrilling podcasts to check out, as well as where you go to download them.
Book Corner: Get lost in thrilling tales of terrifying towns
I thoroughly enjoyed assembling this list of picks for Spooktober centered around mysterious happenings in entire towns and cities.
Putting the "Fear" in Fear Street
If you've watched Netflix's "Fear Street" movies, dive into one of the books it was inspired by.
Reading & Watching:
Children
Horror for Children
Halloween Booklists
New Halloween Favorites
Enjoy these brand new Halloween titles - some silly, some gently spooky, all fun!
Curious Crypto Creatures
Picture books, chapter books, and movies for children of all ages about cryptids, including the legendary Bigfoot and the Yeti.
Monsters Under the Bed...and the Bath?
Spooky, scary - and most of all, funny! Check out this list of marvelous monster-themed picture books.
Best Spooky Chapter Books
Here's a list of spectacular spooky chapter books for upper elementary & middle school students that will give plenty of chills and thrills.
Reading:
Young Adult
Halloween Books for Teens
Halloween Booklists
Best Spooky Chapter Books
Here's a list of spectacular spooky chapter books for upper elementary & middle school students that will give plenty of chills and thrills.
Real Creepy Reads
Keep the lights on. These creeptastic young adult titles will have you shivering with fear!
My Librarian: Action and Horror Picks for Teens
By request, a list of books that either search the shadows or explode into action--and a couple that manage to do both!
Flying in Dark Places: Bats and Caves of Virginia
In October, thoughts easily turn to creatures of darkness and sunless places. Join us as we explore the world of caves and bats in Virginia.
Haunting Halloween History
October 31st: a night for spooks, shrieks, and overall thrills. Monsters, witches, ghosts, pumpkins - where did they all come from?
Wait ‘Till Helen Comes: A Ghost Story by Mary Downing Hahn
Looking for a spooky story to read in October? Wait ‘Till Helen Comes: A Ghost Story, by Mary Downing Hahn.
Spider Power
"Will you walk into my parlor?" said the spider to the fly; "'Tis the prettiest little parlor that ever you did spy."
