Krensky, Stephen

Describes versions of the bogeyman in legend, lore, literature, and film and includes annotated lists of related Web sites and movies.

Contains three previously published stories about the adventures of Arthur the aardvark.

Calander, a collector of magic, finds himself involved in more than he bargained for when he goes on a quest for a mysterious scepter.

Louise enlists the aid of everyone in her class and together they outwit Jasper the bully.

Explores the history and pop culture that developed over Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries including several plays, films, and television adaptations of the famous monster.

Describes beliefs around the world about the creature often called "Bigfoot, " discusses reported sightings, and presents examples of Bigfoot in popular culture.

Explores the history and pop culture that surrounds mummies, discussing the mummification process, ancient Egyptian practices, and books and movies about the monsters.

After watching the other animals make Mother's Day gifts, Violet the snake tries hard to think of something nice that she can make for her mother.

Describes beliefs about zombies in various cultures and explores their history in popular culture, discussing novels, movies, and television.

Explores the history and pop culture that surrounds werewolves, discussing the origin of legends, rituals, real life examples, and books and movies about the creatures.