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The Children’s Book Review | August 15, 2016
In preparation for Halloween, enter to win an autographed copy of The Whistlebrass Horror, written by Jack Keely and Briar Lee Mitchell. The grand prize winner will also receive a $25 Amazon gift card!
One (1) winner receives the grand prize:
- An autographed copy of The Whistlebrass Horror
- A $25 Amazon Gift Card
Four (4) winners receive:
- An autographed copy of The Whistlebrass Horror
Age Range: 12-18
Paperback: 212 pages
Giveaway begins August 15, 2016, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends September 15, 2016, at 11:59 P.M. PST.
The Whistlebrass Horror
Written by Jack Keely and Briar Lee Mitchell
Publisher’s Synopsis: Casey didn’t believe in monsters until they stole his sister. Shortly after teenage newcomer Casey Wilde arrives in the haunted town of Whistlebrass, Vermont, his little sister disappears. Finding her won’t be easy–Casey is up against a suave sociopath, a legion of living shadows, and a reptilian humanoid capable of stealing his life force and crushing him into dust. Who can Casey ask for help when no sane adult will believe his story?
Ages 12-18 | Publisher: Permuted Press | October 27, 2016 | 978-1618686879
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About the Authors
This book was co-authored by Jack Keely and Briar Lee Mitchell
Jack Keely
“The Whistlebrass Horror” is Jack Keely’s first novel. The story concerns the strange events that occur at Halloween in the misbegotten town of Whistlebrass, Vermont. The book includes many of Jack’s illustrations. He and co-author, Briar Lee Mitchell are currently at work on a sequel, “The Whistlebrass Storm Watcher.” Jack Keely received his bachelor’s degree in illustration at Rhode Island School of Design, and obtained his master’s degree at Cranbrook Academy of Art. He co-authored “The Outer Space Place” and “The Dinosaur Store” with Sylvia Branzei. He also illustrated many of Sylvia’s books including the best-selling “Grossology” series. In addition, Jack has illustrated many other books by different authors.
For more information, visit: www.JackKeely.com
Briar Lee Mitchell
“Write what you know” is the classic advice given to authors. Briar Lee Mitchell definitely seems to adhere to that maxim. The polar setting for Briar’s WALKING ON MARS serial echoes her experiences in the world’s coldest climate as a guest at McMurdo Base in Antarctica. Warming up on Andros Island in the Bahamas helped her set the scene for DARK LIGHTS. She and her dive partners were offered $100 rewards from the Navy base there should any of them find a live torpedo out on the reefs. The BIG ASS SHARK author recently donned a wet suit to climb into a shark cage in the northern Pacific. Then Briar and her stalwart search and rescue dog, Thor, patrolled the Georgia woods and succeeded in helping the police locate and recover a missing person. The experience will no doubt fuel her future fiction. When not engaging in her edgier pastimes, Briar creates digital paintings for a diverse list of clients ranging from Warner Bros. to the U. S. Air Force. Her work has been featured in films, video games, and exhibited at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. She also spends a lot of time floating in her Florida pool watching clouds drift by and imagining mayhem.
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114 Comments
I don’t know what the attraction to horror books is really. I think it has something to do with the juxtaposition of experiencing fear while actually being safe at home in no danger.
Hi Carl…excellent question. I think people like the adrenaline rush, but, the ability to say…put the book down if it gets to scary and look around at familiar, safe surroundings…then get back into it when one is ready. I love writing spooky stories, but when I do, I usually write at night, and, I have to keep all of the lights on.
🙂
Reading horror books are a great escape into that world, where you are taken on an exciting, yet nightmarish journey, wondering what comes next as you continue to read (and get to visualize in your mind) the goings-on as they unfold.
I love to read horror books because you never know what to expect next. Sometimes it’s fun to keep on guessing until the end of a book what’s going to happen!
Horror books remind me of all the scary movies I hid behind my eyes while watching.
Because they are fun to read and I grew up reading horror stories
I love the sensation of being terrorized in my own home. And yet only when it comes from books. Strange, no?
My daughter likes to read thrillers.
I enjoy horror books because I love the excitement. I am a fan of “Dark Shadows. Thank you for the generous giveaway.
Marilyn
I am not sure why maybe because we all liked to be scared for a little bit but know that it is only a story.
I love to read horror books since I was a child and I continue to read them as an adult. I guess I love the suspense of what’s going to happen next.
This looks like a great book & the illustrations are awesome!
I’ve loved horror stories since I was a wee girl. Love the build up to the big boo! LOL I’m looking for some horror books to review for the month of October. Halloween is my favorite holiday and I usually share several children’s scary stories. This sounds like a scary good one. As R.L. Stein says, “Beware. You’re in for a scare!”
I love not knowing what will happen next and being in suspense through the whole book.
Horrow stories are enthralling and riveting. They are thrilling and you never know what will happen.
Since I was young I have loved horror. Something about it I like. Maybe it is the suspense that catches me. However, it has to be good suspense and horror. Not predictable.
I like to get my heart racing with the suspense of the book I’m reading. I like letting my mind wander to a spooky place and knowing that I can come back to reality!
Horror/mstery stories always keep you guessing and thinking what , who, how!!
I read my very first horror book at the ripe old age of 16. The book was Carrie by Stephen King. 40 years later I am still hooked. I’m not sure why but I believe it’s a basic need
I absolutely love horror books their reverting and great fun.
I love to read children’s horror books! they make me laugh and giggle with the kids
I’ve always loved to read horror books for as long as I can remember. Even when I was in elementary school I would go straight to the “spooky” book section at our library. I just find horror books to be so interesting and exciting. It just draws me in every time!
Because they are scary!
I’ve been attracted to horror novels since the 1960s when Rosemary’s Baby was first published. I think I just get so engrossed with the stories that I lose myself for a few hours.
Reading horror books keeps my mind focused and keeps me on the edge of my seat, it gets my adrenaline going and seems to make me more alert.
I read them because they are cool!
I enjoy the heart pounding, edge of my seat thrill that I get every time I read a horror novel!!
I love reading horror books because they are exciting and they keep me on my toes. I love being able to read a book and can’t wait to see what’s on the next page.
The emotional roller coaster makes for fun reading.
I actually started reading horror books. Do not ask me why because anything horror related used to scare the daylights out of me.
I like reading horror books because it brings back childhood memories of sitting around the bonfire and telling scary stories.
The thrill is very exciting.
I love the little thrill of adrenaline horror stories provide at the really scary parts!
I love reading horror stories because the suspense is thrilling.
Because I love the thrill and suspense
I love being in such serious suspense that I can’t put down the book!
the suspense keeps me interested
Love horror books and movies, especially on a stormy night
I love these books around Halloween
the older 2 grandkids like the suspense of what’s going to happen next and their at the stage where everything’s a competition…like who will get scared 1st
the older 2 grandkids like the suspense of what’s going to happen next and their at the stage where everything’s a competition…like who will get scared 1st
I enjoy reading Horror Books because I find that most of them are someone else or your most fear or inner Devil..LOL
@tisonlyme143
Horror books are fun to read because it’s fun to ponder the mind of the author.
Hi Irene
As one of the authors of Whistlebrass Horror…I am so curious…what do you believe I am thinking when I write?
🙂
I just love the excitement.
I love reading scary stories right before bed. I guess it gives me a little excitement!!!
I enjoy reading horror books because I like the thrill of what is going to happen next and to whom.
I like to read horror books because I like the feeling of being surprised by the events of the story.
I think horror stories provide a real escape. If they’re well done it’s a great build up and then a release at the end. Sometimes with a twist.
my daughter will be a reader like me!
I love the suspense of horror books… you never know what is going to happen next.
I love to see whats on the next page and how it might make me jump.
I love to read horror books because it keeps me interested and on the edge of my seat!
i love to read scary books when it’s raining at nite….gives me a cozy feeling
I like horror books for the suspense. The grip the book tight finding out the next “get to breathe” moment of safety. Thanks for the giveaway!
I love to read both mystery and horror books because I never know what is going to happen next in the story.
I love to read horror to be scared and excited.
to feel the fear
Horror stories develop the imagination, the root of all horror is self inflicted.
I love staying up late reading and bring afraid of my shadow!
I love horror books because of the suspense!
I love reading horror because it takes me completely away from any troubles I have going On! I love trying to solve a mystery or figure out what is happening next. The more horrific the better ♡
Thank you for thr wonderful giveaway: )
Good luck to everyone ♡
I’ve been reading horror since the beginning of my reading in the library as a kid. I love a good thrill. It is a safe way to feel scared.
I love horror books, especially Stephen King and Dean Koontz because they are fun and I like seeing the characters survive their trials and tribulations! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
I get to scared reading horror stories. But my grandsons who are in their early teens love it.
Carol L