What are some good themes to write about in scary story children's books?

How about a cursed object? Something that brings bad luck and horror to whoever possesses it. You can make up all kinds of creepy backstories and effects for it.

You could focus on haunted houses or creepy old cemeteries. They always give that spooky vibe.

The 'Goosebumps' series by R.L. Stine is very popular. It has numerous spooky tales about all kinds of strange creatures and events. Another one is 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' which has some truly chilling stories that have been passed down through generations.

One popular one is 'The Graveyard Book' by Neil Gaiman. It tells the story of a boy who is raised by ghosts in a graveyard. Another is 'Goosebumps' series which has a lot of spooky and hair - raising tales for kids.

Yes, there are. Some children's books contain scary stories. These can range from mild spooky tales with friendly ghosts to more intense stories about monsters or dangerous situations. They often aim to teach kids how to face their fears in a fictional context.

One popular 90s children's scary stories book was 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark'. It had really spooky tales that often involved things like ghosts, haunted houses, and strange creatures. The illustrations added to the scariness. Another was 'Goosebumps' series. These books were full of thrilling and somewhat scary adventures for kids, with plot twists that would keep you on the edge of your seat.

Well, 'Goosebumps' series was huge in the 90s. It had a lot of children's scary stories. R.L. Stine created these really engaging and somewhat terrifying stories for kids. There were so many different books in the series, each with its own unique and spooky plot.

There's 'Bluebeard'. In this story, Bluebeard has a locked room that his new wife is forbidden to enter. When she does, she discovers the horrible secret inside. It's a great children's scary story because it creates a sense of mystery and dread. Also, 'The Monkey's Paw' can be considered. It shows how wishes can go horribly wrong, which is a scary concept for children.

One great theme is friendship. Stories about children making friends, like two kids from different backgrounds coming together and helping each other out. For example, a story where a shy child meets an outgoing one and they learn from each other's personalities.

Good fiction children scary books often have engaging plots. For example, they might have a mystery to solve, like finding out who the ghost is in a haunted house. The characters are also important. They should be relatable to kids so that the children can put themselves in the character's shoes when the scary things happen.