The Dark-Thirty : Southern Tales of the Supernatural (Paperback)

from Whisper1

The 1993 Newbery Honor book blends tales of the supernatural with the terror of racial prejudice. In a series of short stories, the author teaches history in a simple way that does not preach, but ...

from Cheryl-L-B

Excellent stories, the style reminds me a bit of the old Twilight Zone stories where ordinary people experience extraordinary occurrences. This book is an excellent way to introduce young readers t...

from Whisper1

The 1993 Newbery Honor book blends tales of the supernatural with the terror of racial prejudice. In a series of short stories, the author teaches history in a simple way that does not preach, but ...

from electrascaife

A collection of spooky, supernatural stories from the oral traditions of African Americans in the South, retold for a middle grade audience. The stories are great, as folklore always is, but the wr...

from Nhritzuk

I like the short story format because it is easy to pick up and read throughout the day. Some stories, like the Legen of Pin Oak, had enough detail for me to feel as though I understood the purpose...