Publisher Description

A young man discovers a monstrous menace in the bookshop of a friend: the Spine Tingler, a creature created from the spines of mysterious books. Only the Librarian of Doom has the backbone to save them, but no one knows where the hero is, and the Tinglers are ready to attack! Who will prevail in this latest mystery in the Library of Doom? This gripping tale is followed up with discussion questions, writing prompts, and a glossary.

Author Biography

Michael Dahl is the prolific author of the bestselling Goodnight, Baseball picture book and more than 200 other books for children and young adults. He has won the AEP Distinguished Achievement Award three times for his nonfiction, a Teacher's Choice award from Learning magazine, and a Seal of Excellence from the Creative Child Awards. Dahl currently lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Rear window -- Spine stealer -- Getting back.

Review

The dark images create a scary ambiance for young readers. This haunting series will hold the attention of youngsters.-- "School Library Connection"

Review Quote

The dark images create a scary ambiance for young readers. This haunting series will hold the attention of youngsters.

Promotional "Headline"

* Teacher support materials include nonfiction back matter: discussion questions, writing prompts, a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide, and author and illustrator biographies. * An easy-to-read, action-packed series. * Update to the original, strong-selling Library of Doom series. * Written by well-known author Michael Dahl, known for his success with Library of Doom, Hocus Potel Hotel, and other mystery books.

Feature

Discussion Questions, Glossary, Illustration(s)/Drawing(s), Pronunciation Guide, Table of Contents, Writing Prompts

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