More Bones: Scary Stories From Around The World

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More Bones: Scary Stories From Around The World is a book of children's short stories from around the world. The stories were selected and retold by Arielle North Olson and Howard Schwartz, with illustrations by E.M. Gist.

It has been reviewed by Kirkus Reviews . [1]

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References

  1. "More Bones: Scary Stories From Around The World". Kirkus Reviews. Kirkus Media LLC. July 15, 2008. Retrieved June 28, 2021. Ambiguity is both a strength and weakness.