This long-running middle-grade horror series follows different child protagonists in each standalone book through scary supernatural encounters — haunted houses, mysterious creatures, and eerie situations — written in a format similar to other popular scary-story series for children. The books are aimed at younger middle-grade readers and prioritize spooky atmosphere and plot twists over genuine horror.
When kids visit an abandoned apple orchard on Halloween, they encounter a terrifying supernatural presence connected to the orchard's dark history. Part of the Shivers series of short, scary books for middle-grade readers designed to deliver quick thrills.