{"product_id":"9781529531053","title":"The Skull : A Spooky Illustrated Adventure Story about Friendship and Courage for Kids Ages 6–9 – A Stylish Gothic Gift from the Bestselling Creator of This Is Not My Hat","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Jon Klassen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHallowe’en\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 10 September 2026 by Walker Books Ltd in the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback | 112 pages\u003cbr\u003e203 x 153 x 11 | 274g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA #1 New York Times bestseller!“Reading this, I accidentally rediscovered the power of a good story.”Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Waterstones Children’s Laureate 2024–2026From Jon Klassen, Caldecott Medalist and bestselling creator of This Is Not My Hat, comes a wonderfully eerie yet gentle Halloween story perfect for ages 6–9.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a dark night, a girl named Otilla stumbles across a lonely, abandoned house deep in the forest. Inside waits a skull – who has a secret of its own. Together, they face the shadows that arrive each night… and discover the strength that comes from courage and kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith Klassen’s signature dry humour, hauntingly beautiful illustrations and a touch of deliciously spooky fun, The Skull is ideal for kids who like their stories mysterious but not too scary. Parents can feel reassured: while this gothic folktale has a shiver of creepiness, it ends with strength, empowerment and a reminder that even the strangest friendships can be the most comforting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:- Independent readers ages 6–9- Families looking for a suspenseful but not-too-scary read-aloud- Fans of spooky folktales with a twist of wit and charm“A mysterious, exquisitely presented gothic tale.” Sunday Times'Haunting and charming. A dark, delectable adventure.' Daily Telegraph'Strange and deliciously creepy, this is the perfect read for children who like something a bit different.' Irish independent ‘The Best Spooky and Sweet Autumn Reads for Children\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bookhouse Broughty Ferry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57456832840055,"sku":"9781529531053","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0357\/3199\/6807\/files\/9781529531053.jpg?v=1789472900","url":"https:\/\/thebookhousebroughtyferry.live\/products\/9781529531053","provider":"The Bookhouse Broughty Ferry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}