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Magic runs through the blood and so does the curse. Four sisters in a Manhattan brownstone must navigate their divine lineage when a banishment gone wrong tears a hole between our world and the Underworld. This modern myth proves that saving your family requires giving up the things you love most.
Sometimes you have to die to learn how to live. Overly-cautious Finn becomes a ghost after a tragic accident. Alongside his new friend Isabella, Finn solves the mystery of his death while discovering that living in fear is the biggest risk of all.
Justice speaks from beyond the grave. Set against the glittering but dangerous 1893 Chicago World’s Fair follows a Jewish immigrant possessed by his murdered friend’s spirit. A haunting blend of historical detail and supernatural suspense, this novel uncovers the dark shadows behind the “American Dream,” exploring the resilience of a community fighting to be seen, heard, and remembered.
The scariest monsters aren’t the ones in the woods—they’re the ones people refuse to see. A teen’s brutal attack becomes a powerful metaphor for trauma and the struggle to be believed. Combining queer identity with a fresh, atmospheric take on the werewolf myth, this “chilling with a conscience” read is perfect for anyone looking for horror that bites back.
Lights, camera, slaughter. A group of teen filmmakers travels to a remote Romanian castle to shoot a Dracula remake, only to find themselves in a real-life slasher film. While the high-octane action and atmospheric setting keep the pages turning, the shocking final twist will leave readers either reeling or debating its merit.