Books in series
#1
The Enchanted Attic
1996
Do Mice Make Music?
Nicole and her sister Casey move into an old house. Nicole thinks the nighttime noises she hears are nothing more than the scurrying of mice. Then she starts to hear eerie music coming through her ceiling. She realizes with a cold, clammy shiver that something far more terrifying than mice must be in the house... And it is up to her to find out what it is, BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!!
#2
A Ghastly Shade Of Green
1996
Be very afraid of green!!!
Jason's mother takes him and his little brother on a vacation to Florida. . . Instead of the beach, they go to the edge of the Everglades. Alligators bellow and plants grow so thick they almost blot out the light. This is not fun! Jason does not like this place at all. Then the really weird things begin. . . Keepsakes disappear from his dresser. His beagle winds up missing. Jason suspects burglars, but the truth is more frightening. And Jason must make a desperate effort to save his family—and himself from THE TERROR OF THE GREEN. . .
#3
Ghost Writer
1996
Memories of Murder. . .
Amber and her family have just moved into a 100-year-old house. While she's exploring the house, she discovers a trunk containing some very old letters. . . She accidentally drops one of the letters in the mailbox. The very next day, she gets a reply. A ghostly reply all about the family that built the house; their murder; and clues that help Amber solve this horrible crime. But be warned: this is a frightening tale of FAN MAIL FROM THE DEAD. . .
#4
The Animal Rebellion
1996
Wild horses! Dive bombing roosters!! Rowdy rats!!! Which one will get you first?
Winston, a computer geek, goes to visit his cousin's farm. He knows he's off on a boring vacation. Only it turns out to be anything but boring. Winston and his cousin soon find out that the animals are very restless—and very dangerous. Winston must use his brain-power if he and his cousin are to GET THROUGH THE NIGHT ALIVE!!!
#5
The Locked Room
1996
Knock Three Times for Fear!
Before, Brittany was just hurt and confused. Now, she's scared to death. First, her mother and father were divorced. Then her mother married another man. A very frightening man. . .
It's a horror show race against time as Brittany and her little brother battle their fear. They must find out exactly why that man loves there mother. And save themselves and their mom from the danger behind the door. . .
1996 Large Trade PAPERBACK by M.D. Spenser. Book #5 in the SHIVERS Books. Cover Illustration by Eddie Roseboom. Publisher Paradise Press,Inc.
#6
The Haunting House
1996
Home, Sweet Deadly, Home. . .
When Caitlin moves into an old house, she has a strange feeling. . . Bizarre noises bother her. Weird things start to happen—things that cannot be explained. At first Caitlin thinks the house must be haunted. But, is there something at work even more frightening than ghosts—AND MORE DANGEROUS?????
#7
The Awful Apple Orchard
1995
Have some tasty, ghostly apples!!!
Daniel and his little sister, Sara, are allowed to miss school for a two week vacation. While enjoying the view, their father mentions rumors that the local apple orchard and cider mill are haunted. Frightening things begin to happen. Daniel and Sara start to think the story was more than just a rumor. Worse, they have reason to doubt if anyone will believe them. . .and worse still, Sara may be part of the recipe for GHOSTLY APPLE SAUCE. . .
#8
Terror on Troll Mountain
1996
Are you afraid of heights?
It's a long way from Chicago to a tiny village in the mountains of Italy. Paul makes that journey to visit his grandmother. He soon discovers a land of frightful beauty and superstition. He hears ancient stories about a demon troll that hides in the mountains and feeds on young children. Soon, Paul is drawn to the cliffs. There, lost and frightened, he comes face to face with the unspeakable horror. The end is near because THE MONSTER IS HUNGRY. . .
#9
The Mystic's Spell
1996
Tired of being taunted and teased, beaten and bullied... Timmy isn't going to take it anymore. So when the carnival comes to town, he visits The Mystic and begs for strength and power. His wish granted, Timmy marvels at his new awesome might. But then his strength causes havoc he never envisioned. Timmy searches desperately for The Mystic along the carnival's freak show midway in the hope that the spell can be removed. Or else he's doomed to a life of POWER GONE MAD...
#10
The Curse of the New Kid
1995
A troubled teen tells his story of how his presence in every school he transfers to leads to his tormentors dying.
#11
Guess Who's Coming for Dinner?
1995
With friends like that. . .you could die.
Michael Sturdevant is quiet and doesn't have many friends. Josh Jennings is the most popular kid in school. But yet, they're friends. Enter the decidedly strange Sturdevant family—especially Michael's creepy little sister Gladys. Among other weird things, this family really enjoys dinner, maybe too much. But, when Josh's class teacher vanishes after a supper invitation from the Sturdevants, he gets the unappetizing feeling she was the main course. Now, would Josh be on the menu for THE MOST GHOULISH MEAL OF THE DAY?
#12
The Secret of Fern Island
1996
Tradesize paperback, like new! Light shelf wear, tanning pages. First class shipping + tracking, NO additional charge!
#13
The Spider Kingdom
1997
Follow this frightening fable of Freddy and his pal, Lumpy, as they face the flesh-eating forces of giant spiders. But it's their own fault. If only they hadn't killed all those little spiders. If only they had learned to appreciate those crawling creatures. It's too late now. They're trapped in the Spider Kingdom awaiting trial for their crimes. The mighty Spider King will be their judge. There's no way out, or is there? Will they find their fate as food fit for a king or will they weave a way out of this web?
SPIDER, SPIDER ON THE WALL...
#14
The Curse in the Jungle
1996
On an archaeological dig in Guatemala, Harry gets lost and finds the skull of a Mayan ruler, which unleashes an ages-old curse.
#14
The Curse in the Jungle
1996
On an archaeological dig in Guatemala, Harry gets lost and finds the skull of a Mayan ruler, which unleashes an ages-old curse.
#15
Pool Ghoul
2023
How long can you tread water?
Matt and Laura's parents build a new swimming pool in the backyard. It's supposed to be a summertime surprise, but as soon as the kids hit the water, a typhoon of terror erupts. Cute pool toys come alive and turn very ugly. Wicked wave after wave threatens to drown innocent swimmers. The calm blue water suddenly changes to a horrible shade of bloody red. Where's a life guard when you need one? Perhaps their strange neighbor, Miss Pincher, will come to the rescue. Or maybe, she's behind all the problems with the pool. Is everyone doomed to dog paddle to certain death? SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!
#16
The Beast Beneath the Boardwalk
1996
A most bizarre adventure into fear.
#17
Ghosts Of Camp Massacre
1996
Easily-spooked Samantha is staying at a summer camp built near the sight where a family was massacred by Indians a hundred years ago. But soon she learns the real truth behind the legend.
#18
Your Momma's a Werewolf
1996
FAMILY FRIGHT NIGHT...
Iggy's mom has a great idea. A week of camping in the wild woods of Michigan. Iggy and his best friend, Mole, can't wait. They think it'll be trees and birds; hiking and hunting; fishing and swimming. But, those woods are dark and deep and deadly. Where bears fight; snakes strike; and a lone wolf's bite turns Mom into a monster. Can Iggy and Mole save themselves? Will they be able to get Mom to stop howling and back to being normal? No way!!
A FULL MOON OF FEAR....
Cover Design by George Paturzo
Cover Illustration by Eddie Roseboom
#19
The Thing In Room 601
1995
What a way to spend a holiday in sunny California! Liam and Diane, brother and sister, hoped to have a good time with their mom. They would be staying at that great old hotel. But, when Mom has to leave them alone; terrible things threaten. Their room with a view reveals really rotten secrets. Leave the lights on or it could be check-out time - permanently!! Be sure to tip the bellboy from beyond or he'll lose your luggage. Don't wait for that weird wake up call - run for your lives!!!
CALL ROOM SERVICE FROM THE DEAD
#20
Babyface & the Killer Mob
1996
You dirty rat!
Join Joey alias Babyface and some goofy goons as they go from the frying pan into the fire. Ya see, this Joey kid wants to be in the mob. Yeah, but he's a kid! So what, he still gets his wish and a lot more. He's a real big kid now with real big problems. A getaway driver who can't drive a car. Face to face with the fact that he's a kid in a grown-up body and everyone wants him dead. Freaky!! NO WHERE TO HIDE!!!
#21
A Waking Nightmare
1996
A boy named Martin is being accused of committing destructive acts while sleepwalking and must find the culprit.
#22
Lost in Dreamland
1996
A scream to build a dream on! Every kid wants to visit Dreamland. It's only the bet theme park ever! But, when twin brother and sister, Bill and Barbara, make the trip with their parents;they findmore nightmares than sweet dreams. First, they get separated from their parents. Then they get lost. Then the real horror begins. The twins are chased a nd trapped ina real life bad dream without end. A secret place where what they see might not be! It's a mad dash in the park as the kids scream in the dark. This is not the place to wishupon a star. This is where they are and this is where they'll stay - forever. It's a ghoulish place to vist...
#23
The Boy Sheep's Night
1994
While at summer camp, Nathaniel finds himself face-to-face with a half-man/half-goat creature thought to be the stuff of legends.
#23
Night of the Goat Boy
1996
Lights out, campers! Nathaniel was one happy kid at Camp Spotlight, where acting was the way of the day. But at night, he and his tent-mates didn't dare doubt the campfire story of Goat Boy.
#24
The Ghosts of Devil's Marsh
1996
While spending the summer visiting her cousins on a small coastal island, eleven-year-old Samantha encounters terrifying things.
#25
A Ghostly Playmate
1997
Virginia's best friend is a ghost who plays games with her and won't let her quit. The ghost wants her as a playmate forever.
#26
One Foot In The Grave
1997
shivers number 26 this book is awesome my kids loved it your kids will too
#27
Camp Fear
1997
Jane and her friends take the rocky road and soon learn that camping can be very hazardous to their health. Somewhere out in the wilderness, they join their class for a 3-day camping adventure. A most bizarre adventure into fear. Their camp was once part of a magnificent, mysterious estate. Now all around the sound of crying can be heard. Beyond the camp is the real horror, there deep under the land is a forgotten mine. A class project takes the girls to the terrible tunnel below. Suddenly, they must face their fears—fight to stay alive—and find out the true cost of friendship.
#28
Watch 'Em Kill
1997
A boy named Phillip orders a pack of new and improved growing monster pills, which are supposed to grow when water is added. However, the packaging didn't mention anything about them coming alive, or growing larger than life or eating human flesh...
#29
The Terrible Terror Book
1997
Do not open this book!
Please, don't even think about it. Don't make the same mistake that Kerri and her sister Erin made. Stop before it's too late—or else you'll be doomed just like Kerri and Erin to face the terror that comes alive on page after page after page. It's not worth it! Don't read this book. This is your last warning! The monsters and mayhem that creep out the girls will turn around and come to your house and creep out you. No one is safe from the page turning terror. There's no escape once the book is open. FEED THIS BOOK TO THE WORMS. . .
#30
Creepy Clothes
1997
Ready to wear. . .Nightmare!!!
Have you ever been sent far away from home, all alone to a place you've never known? Where the wind wears phantom pants and very ugly ties. Well, that's just the spot Patricia and her brother Sam found themselves in one bright sunny day. It was bad enough that they had to stay in a strange city with their even stranger aunt, but when they find that dusty trunk full of old clothes—they travel back to a time tailor-made for terror! It's a fashion flashback wrapped in a frightening mystery and nothing to wear by horrible hats, scary shirts, and terrible turtlenecks. Will they ever be able to look in the mirror again? BUTTON UP FOR FEAR!!!
#31
Shriek Home Chicago
2023
A year after Terror on Troll Mountain Paul learns that the monster that troubled him and his cousin Anthony has followed Anthony to Paul's home in Chicago.
#32
Shivers
Beware The Bog Girl
1997
On vacation with her scientist father, Julie is troubled by the ghost of a spoiled girl who lives in the swamp.
#33
The Forgotten Farmhouse
1997
Nico and Ana get lost while horseback riding and get trapped in an old farmhouse haunted by its gruesomely slain owners.
#33
The Forgotten Farmhouse
1997
Nico and Ana get lost while horseback riding and get trapped in an old farmhouse haunted by its gruesomely slain owners.
#34
Weirdo Waldo Wax Museum
1997
Billy and Crissy visit a wax museum in Washington, DC, where they discover a gruesome secret behind the lifelike figures.
#35
Terror on Tomahawk Island
1997
Noble ghosts haunt the island that Wendy and her brother Sean have decided to explore while their mom and dad are away. Playing hide and seek soon becomes real as the sun sets.
#36
Madness at the Mall
1997
Shop 'til you drop—dead!
It's all at this mall. Mayhem, menace, monsters, two for one terror, and ghosts that don't give the right change. Enter Frank Chase. He's a new kid in town. But he's already got a date and they're meeting at the mall. Might be a big mistake! Maybe the other kids are right and the mall is haunted. Moo-La! Boo-La! Frank doesn't believe in ghosts! He's too smart for that. . . Move the action to the mall, where suddenly Frank's world turns upside-down. Terrified and trapped with ghosts to his left and ghouls to his right, Frank believes now—he believes he's never going to get out alive! LET THE BUYER BEWARE!
#36
Madness at the Mall
1997
Shop 'til you drop—dead!
It's all at this mall. Mayhem, menace, monsters, two for one terror, and ghosts that don't give the right change. Enter Frank Chase. He's a new kid in town. But he's already got a date and they're meeting at the mall. Might be a big mistake! Maybe the other kids are right and the mall is haunted. Moo-La! Boo-La! Frank doesn't believe in ghosts! He's too smart for that. . . Move the action to the mall, where suddenly Frank's world turns upside-down. Terrified and trapped with ghosts to his left and ghouls to his right, Frank believes now—he believes he's never going to get out alive! LET THE BUYER BEWARE!
Authors
M.D. Spenser
Author · 42 books
M.D. Spenser is a children's author, journalist and music critic. Born in the United States, he lives now in the UK. "The Enchanted Attic," Book 1 of his popular SHIVERS series of novels for children, was republished as an e-book in August 2011. It is available at amazone.com, Barnes & Noble, Sony and iBookstory. Book 2, "A Ghastly Shade of Green," and Book 3, "Ghost Writer," followed shortly afterwards. The rest of the 36-book series will be published as ebooks over time. Also, an internet petition is circulating asking that the entire 36-book series be republished in paperback: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/md...
