Can you recommend adult fiction Halloween books that are not too scary?

I would also suggest 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty. It's a terrifying account of demonic possession. The vivid descriptions of the possessed girl and the battle against the evil spirit make it a very intense read for Halloween.

One great adult fiction Halloween book is 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson. It's a classic that creates a spooky and psychological atmosphere. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley, which not only has elements of horror but also delves into deep philosophical questions. And 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker is also a must - read. It's filled with gothic horror and the iconic vampire character.

Sure. 'Room on the Broom' by Julia Donaldson is a fun Halloween book for kids. It has a friendly witch and her animal friends. 'Goosebumps' series by R.L. Stine is also great. There are lots of spooky but not too scary stories in it for kids to enjoy.

There is a story of a pumpkin patch. Every Halloween, the pumpkins in one particular patch seemed to glow a bit brighter. Legend had it that a fairy lived among them. One year, a little boy lost his way while trying to find the best pumpkin. The fairy led him out of the patch and showed him the biggest and most beautiful pumpkin. The boy took it home and carved it into a friendly face, and every year after that, he left a small treat by the patch for the fairy.

Sure. 'The Rosie Project' by Graeme Simsion is a great choice. It's a light - hearted story about a genetics professor who creates a questionnaire to find the perfect wife. Another one is 'The Flatshare' by Beth O'Leary. It has an interesting premise of two people sharing an apartment but on different schedules, and their relationship that develops. 'Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine' by Gail Honeyman is also not very complex. It's about a socially awkward woman's journey to self - discovery.

One 'too scary story' book is 'The Shining' by Stephen King. It has a really spooky atmosphere set in an isolated hotel with a family facing terrifying paranormal events. The idea of the hotel having a life of its own and influencing the characters is very creepy.

Sure. 'The War of the Worlds' by H.G. Wells can be a great choice. It has elements that can be related to Halloween, like the spooky and menacing alien invasion. Another one is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It's a classic science fiction that also has a lot of horror elements suitable for Halloween.

There are several. 'Hocus Pocus & The All - New Sequel' can be considered a realistic fiction Halloween book. It combines the magic of Halloween with real - life situations in a fictional Salem. The characters face challenges and adventures that are both spooky and relatable. 'Pumpkinheads' is also a wonderful choice. It's set during Halloween time at a pumpkin patch and has a story full of friendship, first love, and of course, all the Halloween - related fun. Additionally, 'The Night Gardener' has a dark, Halloween - ish atmosphere. It's about two orphans who encounter a strange figure in a large, spooky house, and it has a sense of realism in the way the characters react to the supernatural events.

Sure. 'The Martian' by Andy Weir is a really accessible one. It's about an astronaut stranded on Mars and his struggle to survive. It has a lot of science facts presented in an easy - to - understand way, and the story is full of humor and human spirit.

Well, 'The House with a Clock in Its Walls' by John Bellairs is a good choice. It has a touch of witchcraft and mystery, but it's not overly dark. It follows a young boy who goes to live with his uncle in a strange house filled with secrets.