{"product_id":"haunted-usa-spine-tingling-stories-from-all-50-states-hardcover","title":"Haunted USA: Spine-Tingling Stories from All 50 States - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eHeather Alexander\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSam Kalda\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe've got spirits, yes we do! \u003ci\u003eHaunted USA\u003c\/i\u003e is a terrifying treasure trove of supernatural scares from each of the 50 states, from the vengeful witch of New Hampshire, Goody Cole, to Missouri's unlikely icon, Momo the swamp monster.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this \u003cb\u003eillustrated compendium\u003c\/b\u003e drawing on fact, folklore, mythology and urban legend, you'll shine a light on ghosts, ghouls, cryptids, and even a haunted carousel. Some tales will give you chills--like that of Rue, the unfortunate daughter of an Oregon lighthouse-keeper who even today wanders the forlorn tower's guest rooms--while others--like the friendly ghost of Dr. Justina Ford who guides visitors around her old Colorado home--prove that some phantoms still hold on to that friendly American spirit. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSome are downright strange. Have you ever heard of the chocolate-loving ghost of Iowa, or Delaware's specter who can't stand sneezing? Still others are older than the USA itself, from Hawaii's Night Marchers to the ancient Sleeping Buffalo Rock of Montana (which may not be quite so asleep after all). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhen you've read all you can handle, turn to the back of the book for a \u003cb\u003eglossary of ghoulish terms\u003c\/b\u003e and even \u003cb\u003eexpert advice on going ghost-hunting yourself!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're after a campfire fright, a slice of local lore, or a traditional tale to sink your teeth into, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHaunted USA \u003c\/i\u003eis a rich anthology from the land of the really, really brave\u003c\/b\u003e. With stories that are \u003cb\u003ecarefully chosen\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003esensitively told for 9-12-year-olds\u003c\/b\u003e, it's perfect for those cozy evenings around Halloween, or for adding a sprinkle of spookiness to a summer road trip.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn in New York and now based in sunny California, \u003cb\u003eHeather Alexander\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of numerous books for children, both fiction and nonfiction, including \u003ci\u003eOnly in America\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHaunted USA\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOn the Plane Activity Book\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLife on Earth\u003c\/i\u003e series. Heather also works as a children's book editor. Visit her at heatheralexanderbooks.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSam Kalda\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator based in Saint Paul. He has illustrated ten books for children and adults alike, including \u003ci\u003eOf Cats and Men\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Mother of a Movement\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHaunted USA\u003c\/i\u003e. His work has also appeared on the pages of The New York Times and The New Yorker, among others. He is a gold medal recipient from The Society of Illustrators, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 10.4 x 8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 05, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51889620091168,"sku":"9780711297364","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/9JlvR0VUJ09780711297364.webp?v=1781935388","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/haunted-usa-spine-tingling-stories-from-all-50-states-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}