Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Doug Cushman
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 232,Width 152 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780060737672
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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| Imprint |
HarperCollins Publishers
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| Publication Date |
2 June 2009 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
Who could possibly be haunting the ghosts in the town of Ghostly This sounds like a case for ace reporter Dirk Bones! Just in time for Halloween comes a hilarious beginning reader mystery that shows the lighter side of hungry vampires, lurking werewolves, and trench coat-wearing skeletons.
Author Biography
Doug Cushman is the creator of many favorite mystery stories for young readers featuring such memorable heroes as the intrepid Aunt Eater, the grasshopper gumshoe Inspector Hopper, and the ace reporter Dirk Bones. He has also illustrated many books written by other authors, including Jack Prelutsky's What a Day It Was at School! He lives in Paris, France.
Reviews"Cushman's illustrations are delightfully silly and spirited; his hilarious plot will please youngsters who often claim that they want horror but are relieved to find humor instead." -- School Library Journal "Shivery delights await emergent readers in this not-too-creepy caper." -- Kirkus Reviews
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