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Ghost Trouble

Ghost Trouble

Summary

Two terrifying tales from the award-winning Pete Johnson

The Ghost Dog
Daniel's story about a bloodthirsty dog goes down well at a spooky party. But then somehow his imagination comes to life and the howling monster begins to haunt his dreams!
Winner of the Young Telegraph/Fully Booked Award

The Creeper
Lucy finds an old tape of the spine-chilling story of the Creeper - a horrific creature looking for revenge. Lucy knows she has just done something terrible - will the Creeper track her down?
Winner of the Stockton Children's Book Award

Reviews

  • A very spooky story . . . A compulsive read. Not for the faint-hearted
    School Library Association

About the author

Pete Johnson

PETE JOHNSON began work as a film critic for Radio One, then became a teacher. His experiences in the classroom inspired him to write his first book for children, and he still keeps contact with a panel of young readers to gain their viewpoint as he writes. He is the author of over forty books, including the bestselling How To Train Your Parents. Pete’s books have won various awards, including the Young Telegraph Award and the Brilliant Book Award, and have been translated into twenty-three languages. He lives in St Albans.
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