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The Young Readers Bookstore

All our YR novels and collections are appropriate for ages 12 and up, with some even for younger readers. Our goal is to provide wonderful stories for kids to want to read over and over again! They'll find excitement, fun, kindness, universal themes, and even some spooky tales with Dark Owl!

Be sure to also visit our Age Appropriateness page to learn more about our adult books. 

NOW AVAILABLE!

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Annette: A Big, Hairy Grandma

written and illustrated by John S. McFarland

The sequel to everyone's favorite Sasquatch's story!

Appropriate for ages 6 and up.

NOW AVAILABLE!

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Shivers, Scares, and Chills

written and illustrated by Vonnie Winslow Crist

A second collection of spooky short stories to

put shivers in your spine!

Appropriate for ages 6 and up.

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Annette: A Big, Hairy Mom

written and illustrated by John S. McFarland

A touching story of a boy and his motherly new friend.

Appropriate for ages 6 and up.

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Shivers, Scares, and Goosebumps

written and illustrated by Vonnie Winslow Crist

A collection of spooky short stories to

chill you to your bones!

Appropriate for ages 6 and up.

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