{"title":"Alvin Schwartz","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark-3-book-box-set-alvin-schwartz-paperback","title":"Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark 3 Books Collection Set by Alvin Schwartz - Ages 7-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nScary Stories to Tell in the Dark\u003cbr\u003e\nMore Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark\u003cbr\u003e\nScary Stories 3: More Tales to Chill Your Bones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780062961327\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e HarperCollins\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGather round for a spine-tingling read with this Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark 3-book paperback set from folklorist Alvin Schwartz. Bringing together all three original anthologies in one movie tie-in edition, this collection delivers classic campfire horror, urban legends and unsettling twists that have thrilled young readers for decades. Complete with Stephen Gammell's unforgettable illustrations, it's the essential set for brave readers aged seven and up who love a proper scare wrapped in brilliant storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis paperback box set brings together three enduringly popular horror anthologies. Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark opens with short, punchy folk tales of ghosts, witches and restless spirits, each building to a sudden, unforgettable scare. More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark expands the world with haunted objects, vengeful apparitions and cautionary legends gathered by Schwartz from oral traditions across America. Scary Stories 3 rounds off the trilogy with darker tales exploring greed, revenge and the supernatural. Schwartz, a dedicated folklorist, retells traditional tales with an economy of language that makes every story land its scare with precision. Stephen Gammell's iconic pen-and-ink illustrations amplify the unease throughout, turning pages into eerie, shadow-filled artwork as celebrated as the stories themselves. This edition features cover artwork tying in with the feature film adaptation. Together, the books form a complete introduction to American ghost-story folklore, ideal for reading aloud or working through solo, and rewards rereading with short chapters suited to reluctant readers and horror fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll three classic Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark anthologies in one paperback box set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures Stephen Gammell's iconic, genuinely creepy original illustrations throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, punchy tales perfect for reluctant readers and read-aloud storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovie tie-in cover artwork links the books to the hit feature film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA brilliant gift for young horror fans and folklore enthusiasts aged 7 and up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces readers to genuine American folklore and oral storytelling traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAlvin Schwartz (1927-1992) was an American writer and folklorist celebrated for collecting and retelling traditional legends, superstitions and ghost stories for young readers. A meticulous researcher, he drew on genuine folklore archives and oral history to compile the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark series, working closely with illustrator Stephen Gammell. Schwartz authored numerous folklore and wordplay books for children before his death in 1992, and this series remains his most enduring legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThree genuinely chilling anthologies, unforgettable artwork and a proven track record of scaring generations of readers make this the ultimate paperback set for young horror fans and folklore lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book covers may vary slightly from the image shown; delivery is via the UK edition with UK ISBN.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alvin Schwartz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56669827006846,"sku":"PLD20802","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark-3-book-box-set-alvin-schwartz-paperback.webp?v=1784416768"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/collections\/alvin-schwartz.oembed","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}