Night of the Scrawler

A parent might reach for this book when their child is ready for a spooky mystery that's more thrilling than truly terrifying. Night of the Scrawler follows three friends who suspect their creepy new school janitor is connected to a monster that seems to be crawling out of drawings to vandalize the school. The story is a fast-paced adventure that touches on themes of bravery, teamwork, and not judging others by their appearance. Perfectly suited for emerging or reluctant readers, its heavily illustrated, graphic-novel-like format makes the story accessible and engaging. It delivers the excitement of a monster story without the intense scares, making it a great confidence-booster and a fun, spooky read.