ParaNorman A Novel

ParaNorman is a thrilling and humorous chapter book adaptation of the popular stop-motion film, following 11-year-old Norman Babcock, who has the unique ability to see and speak with the dead. Living in a quaint New England town with a dark history, Norman is an outcast, bullied at school and misunderstood by his family. His world turns upside down when his eccentric great-uncle tasks him with a ritual to protect the town from a centuries-old witch's curse. Soon, Norman finds himself battling pilgrim zombies and a powerful, vengeful witch, all while navigating annoying siblings and skeptical adults. The story beautifully blends spooky adventure with poignant themes of acceptance, empathy, and overcoming prejudice, making it a great read for children aged 8-11. It encourages discussions about being different and understanding others.

In a quaint New England town with a history of witches and pilgrims, misunderstood eleven-year-old Norman Babcock can see and talk to ghosts. No one believes him, of course-everyone just thinks he's weird (including his parents). But when a folktale of a witch who cursed her accusers turns out to be true, it's up to Norman to save the town from pilgrim zombies! He'll also have to take on a very angry witch, an annoying sidekick, his boy-crazy teenage sister, and dozens of moronic grown-ups who get in his way. This young ghoul whisperer finds his paranormal talents pushed to their otherworldly limits in this hilarious and spooky adventure! Featuring gorgeous black-and-white interior illustrations and a story beyond what you'll see in the film, this novel is sure to delight!