Frights to Tell at Night is a spooky middle grade horror series by Anastasia Garcia for readers who love ghosts, folklore, haunted places, eerie creatures, and creepy short stories. Each book features a collection of age-appropriate tales designed to thrill young readers with suspense, atmosphere, and just the right amount of fright.

The Frights to Tell at Night books are written for readers ages 8 to 12. They are a great fit for middle grade readers who enjoy spooky stories, short fiction, and exciting page-turners that feel creepy without being too intense.

These books are definitely spooky, but they are written to be age-appropriate for middle grade readers. The stories are meant to deliver chills, suspense, and fun scares rather than extreme horror. They are a strong choice for kids who enjoy being a little frightened in a safe, imaginative way. Plus each story features a “fright meter” that rates a story’s scare level from one to three.

No. Each book in the Frights to Tell at Night series is a standalone short story collection, so readers can start with any title. Because the books are connected by theme and tone rather than one continuing plot, you can jump in wherever the scares sound most exciting.

Start with the theme that sounds most fun to you. If you love folklore and ghost stories, begin with Ghostly, Ghastly Tales. If you love outdoor scares and campfire chills, start with Creepy Campfire Stories. If you love haunted houses, eerie buildings, and spooky places, begin with Haunted House Horror (coming 2027).

Yes. The Frights to Tell at Night books are a strong fit for classrooms, school libraries, and independent reading. The short story format makes them especially appealing to reluctant readers because each tale can be enjoyed in a single sitting. They also work well for spooky-season displays, literature circles, creative writing inspiration, and discussions about folklore, suspense, and storytelling.