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The best books that embrace the reality (and super-spooky creepiness) of cemeteries across America

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The best young adult/crossover mystery novels

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The best books that transport you to a new place in your life and introduces you to characters to fall in love with

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The best books to keep you on the edge of your seats

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The best young adult and middle grade fantasy books for readers of all ages

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The best books set in graveyards

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The best books for young readers with hidden places, secret lairs, and haunted hideouts

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The best books not just about ghosts but what it means to be haunted

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The most exciting middle-grade adventure novels you’ll ever read

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