Get ready to face your fears on a spooky mystery adventure! From award-winning author Marina J. Bowman, this BookLife Editor’s Pick is spooky, funny, and heartwarming – the perfect Halloween read that teaches kids to face their fears while sparking a love for reading. In the charming supernatural town of Brookside, where humans and vampires coexist, 12-year-old vampire Ellie "Scaredy Bat" Spark dreams of being a detective. There’s just one small problem—she's terrified of everything! But when a historic royal vampire wedding turns into an icy mystery, Ellie must brave her biggest fears to solve the case. Can Ellie restore peace between humans and vampires before it’s too late? With the help of her quirky friends—Tink, Fez, and Jessica—Ellie embarks on a thrilling adventure that teaches her the power of teamwork, resourcefulness, and acceptance. Each book in the series challenges Ellie to confront her fears to solve a mystery, encouraging critical thinking and empathy in young readers. Book features: > Enjoyed by 7-11 year olds who are early independent readers > Easy-to-read and decodable text > Reading Level: Grade 3-4 (Lexile: 610L - 800L) > Detectives Bonus kit including Suspect log to solve along with Ellie and friends Join Ellie’s team on their quest to brave the frightening unknown and embrace adventure! In Scaredy Bat and the Frozen Vampires, a Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Book, children discover that even scary moments can lead to unforgettable fun. Are you brave enough to face this chilling mystery? Don’t miss out - get your copy today and join the spooky fun!

Belfry Bat is even afraid to go out with the other bats, so she is the only one left in the attic when Mildred the witch comes looking for a bat to help her race the roller coaster known as the Thunder Monster.

On a rainy day in Gloomsviille, Ruby and her friends decide to put on a talent show. But the show can’t go on when Skull Boy’s magic trick actually makes Scaredy Bat disappear. Can the gang find a way to bring Scaredy back? Or will he be lost forever?

Ruby and her friends wake up and find that the mansion’s kitchen has been ransacked and there’s not a crumb left to eat. Everyone loves a late night snack, but someone has gone too far! All the friends swear they are innocent, but someone—or something—must be responsible. Can Ruby and her friends solve this midnight mystery?

A missing trident could spell the end… Kai and Delphi finally meet Poseidon, and he needs their help. The two friends must reunite the King of the Sea with his trident, but they’re not the only ones after it. With a gold coin as their only lead, Kai and Delphi seek out pirate treasure in the hopes of saving their precious island home. Could this be the end of Poseidon’s Protectors? Protector's Pledge is the thrilling fourth book in the Legend of Pineapple Cove series for young readers. If you like bravely exploring mythical worlds with trusty animal sidekicks, then you'll love Marina Bowman's fantasy-adventure story. Get Protector's Pledge today and share the gift of imaginative adventure with your kiddos! And don't forget to search for the pineapples hidden throughout the vibrant illustrations in each chapter.