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The Best Halloween Kids Books – 2025 Edition

Hello readers, this is our latest post featuring Halloween Kids Books – 2025 edition. With a variety of books that will get your young reader excited for the festivities at the end of October.

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Thoughts on these Spooktacular Books!

It’s almost here! My favorite month of the year!

I love when the weather changes, an extra chill to the cool crisp mornings. The leaves begin to turn, fall, and cover the ground into a blanket of crispy dried leaves the kids can play in. Halloween decorations go up and you’ll guess right, Halloween themed books are included.

Now, let’s dive in to our recommendations I have curated for you and your young reader:

Children’s Books – Halloween

The Zombees

Justin Colón (Author), Kaly Quarles  (Illustrator)

A swarm of zombie bees invades an unsuspecting town on Halloween night in this delightfully spooky picture book from the author of The Quacken—perfect for fans of Creepy Carrots and Los Gatos Black on Halloween.

Spooky

Sally Anne Garland  (Author, Illustrator)

When a family moves into a big, old house, it feels strange and unfamiliar to the kids – a bit spooky even! 

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

Flavia Z. Drago (Author, Illustrator)

This winning debut picture book from Mexican artist Flavia Z. Drago about finding the courage to make friends is perfect for the spooky season — or anytime.

Star Wars Are You Scared, Darth Vader? 

Adam Rex (Author, Illustrator)

It’s midnight and the moon is full, but Darth Vader isn’t scared. OF COURSE I AM NOT SCARED. Nothing can scare Lord Vader! CORRECT. Not monsters or witches or ghosts, and especially not the dark. So what is Darth Vader scared of?

Read on in Adam Rex’s hilarious and spooky Star Wars tale to find out!

Bob the Vampire Snail

Andrea Zuill (Author, Illustrator)

In this hilarious and heartwarming picture book, join Bob the vampire snail as he embraces his unique love of tomatoes, discovers new and peculiar sleeping talents, and forms an unexpected friendship.

Aggie and the Ghost

Matthew Forsythe (Author, Illustrator)

From Matthew Forsythe, the creator of the acclaimed and beloved Pokko and the Drum, comes a “subtle, sweet” (Booklist, starred review) picture book about rules. And sharing. And an epic game of tic-tac-toe.

Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat

Julien Chung (Author, Illustrator)

It’s Halloween in this companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and there’s a spooky surprise in store for everyone’s favorite letters!

Stumpkin

Lucy Ruth Cummins (Author, Illustrator)

From the critically acclaimed author and illustrator of A Hungry Lion comes a unique Halloween story about a stemless pumpkin who dreams of becoming a jack-o-lantern.

Cookie & Broccoli: Scariest Halloween Ever!: A Graphic Novel

Bob McMahon (Author, Illustrator)

This Halloween, best friends Cookie and Broccoli revel in funny tricks and sweet treats in this early graphic novel that’s all about the true meaning of bravery and not judging others before you get to know them.

Creepy Sheepy

Lucy Ruth Cummins (Author), Pete Oswald  (Illustrator)

From New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Big Cheese and the Food Group seriesPete Oswald, and critically acclaimed author Lucy Ruth Cummins comes a Halloween adventure for Sleepy Sheepy. A story all about learning when to blend in and when to stand out that is perfect for fans of Pig the Monster and Creepy Pair of Underwear!

Ghouldilocks and the Three Ghosts

Annie Sullivan (Author), Paula J. Becker (Illustrator)

A classic fairy tale is turned on its head when a creepy ghoul and three not-so-scary ghosts replace familiar characters in this funny holiday story.

Grizelda the Green Hates Halloween

A.A. Livingston (Author), Katya Longhi  (Illustrator)

Told in silly, rhyming text, this is a not-so-scary Halloween tale about a grouchy old witch named Grizelda the Green who tries to destroy Halloween! Perfect for fans of Room on the Broom and How to Catch a Witch!

Halloween Ball

Perdita Cargill (Author), Honor Cargill (Author), Katie Saunders (Illustrator)

It’s time for the Halloween Ball, and Bea Black is on the planning committee. Will she be able to come up with ideas for the ball that impress–and continue to practice magic while keeping it all a secret from her dad and best friend?

I Hate Everything!

Sophy Henn (Author, Illustrator)

When a ghost is in a bad mood, his pal tries to turn his frown upside down in this irresistible picture book about there always being something to love.

Pumpkin and Beetle: Two Vampire Cats

Jannie Ho (Author)

Meet Pumpkin and Beetle, two vampire cat best friends, as they explore their cozy-spooky town together in this early graphic novel.

Pumpkin Jack

Will Hubbell (Author, Illustrator)

When his beloved jack-o’-lantern starts to decompose, Tim puts it outside and watches it transform from pumpkin—to seed—to pumpkin again.

This Year, a Witch!

Zoey Abbott (Author, Illustrator)

In this “inspiring…delightful” (School Library Journal, starred review) picture book offering a twist on the trick-or-treat trope, a feisty little girl has had enough of her parents picking cutesy Halloween costumes for her—this year, a witch!

To Catch a Ghost

Rachel Michelle Wilson (Author, Illustrator)

A charming and humorous tale about a new girl who is determined to stand out at show-and-tell… by catching a ghost!

Trick or Treat, Crankenstein

Samantha Berger (Author), Dan Santat (Illustrator)

Even the grumpiest kiddos will cheerfully gobble up this the delicious follow-up to Crankenstein and A Crankenstein Valentine!

Hap-Pea Halloween (The Peas Series)

Keith Baker (Author, Illustrator)

Keith Baker’s New York Times bestselling peas celebrate Halloween in this picture book filled with kids’ favorite parts of spooky season!

Witchycakes #1: Sweet Magic

 Kara LaReau (Author), Ariane Moreira (Illustrator)

Welcome to the most magical bakery — Witchycakes! Little Blue, a witch-in-training, delivers baked goods all over their town, and helps their neighbors with a touch of magic. Cozy up with this sweet chapter book with irresisitible full-color art on every page!

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