Can you recommend some young adult books with scary short stories?

Well, one characteristic is that they often have relatable young protagonists. For example, in 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark', the characters are normal kids who encounter the abnormal, which makes it easier for young adult readers to put themselves in their shoes. Another characteristic is the use of suspense. These books build up tension to keep the reader hooked. In 'The Graveyard Book', Neil Gaiman slowly reveals the secrets of the graveyard and the boy's past, creating a lot of suspense.

The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is a great one. It tells the story of two young people with cancer and their relationship. It's a story full of love, hope, and dealing with life's hardships at a young age.

One great Tagalog young adult short story is 'Ang Kuwento ni Mabuti'. It tells a story about a young girl's journey in a small town and the lessons she learns about friendship and family.

Some young adult romance short stories that come to mind are 'Stargirl' by Jerry Spinelli. The relationship between Stargirl and Leo is really touching. Then there's 'Looking for Alaska' by John Green. It has elements of young love among the complex story of the characters. 'Since You've Been Gone' by Morgan Matson also has a great romance plot that will keep you engaged.

Another option is 'Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories'. Dahl, known for his unique and often darkly humorous writing, has compiled some really good short ghost stories in this book. These stories range from the slightly unnerving to the truly terrifying, with his signature twists and turns.

One such book is 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' by Alvin Schwartz. It contains a collection of really spooky short tales that have been popular for decades. The stories are often accompanied by creepy illustrations which add to the overall scare factor.

I'm not sure of the exact titles off the top of my head, but some popular young adult series might have had new installments in 2001. For example, the 'Harry Potter' series was already popular and could have had related books or fan - made novels inspired by it.

Some great young adult fiction books are 'Looking for Alaska' by John Green. It delves into themes of love, loss and self - discovery among teenagers. 'Eragon' by Christopher Paolini is about a young farm boy who discovers a dragon egg and embarks on an epic adventure. 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs features a boy who discovers a strange home filled with children with special abilities.

One scary story is about a haunted old mansion. A couple moves into it, ignoring the rumors. At night, they hear strange noises like scratching on the walls. Doors open and close by themselves. Every time they try to leave, they find themselves back in the same room. Eventually, they see a shadowy figure that seems to be an old owner who died there, still lingering in the house.

One is 'The Poet X' by Elizabeth Acevedo. It's a powerful novel in verse that tells the story of a young girl finding her voice through slam poetry.