Stine, R.L. Goosebumps Graphix: Creepy Creatures. New York : Graphix, 2006.
Plot: A comic-book style retelling of three of Stine's original Goosebumps. "The Werewolf of Fever Swamp" follows the story of a boy who insists his dog is not the culprit behind attacks on local wildlife. His search for the truth leads him into greater trouble than he could ever anticipate. By contrast, "The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight" sets two city dwellers against disturbingly animated inanimate objects. A moral lesson in the dangers of practical jokes and casual wishes haunts the protagonist of "The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena." A trio of creative and visually pleasing stories.
Genre: Graphic Novel, Horror
Reading Level: Aimed at ages 9-12
Similar Titles: The Stonekeeper, Skeleton Key: The Graphic Novel, Artemis Fowl: The Graphic Novel
Personal Thoughts: The series is one of many novels transitioning into graphic form. Other examples include the Warriors, Artemis Fowl, and Redwall series. The change may prove valuable, particularly in the traditionally non-reading group of male tweens. Some tweens find graphic novels more popular or acceptable than typical reading materials. Since original novels provide the source of inspiration, curious tweens may try one of the original novels if the graphic novel is interesting. Graphic novels may prove to be the "gateway drug" necessary to encourage more reading.
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