Books like 'Today I'm a Monster'
Readers who enjoyed Today I'm a Monster by Agnes Green & Trevor Judson also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
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Path of Exile: Book 1 by Cube Kid
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPebble was a gifted boy. Strong. Quick. Sharp. In time, he would have become the best warrior in his village. Yet . . . he made a terrible mistake. And now, he is an exile. Banished from his village, the boy named Pebble must now face the great wilderness that stretches beyond Villagetown's wall. Survival here means fighting, scavenging, running... -
![Scary Stories to Tell if You Dare 2 by Joe Oliveto]()
Scary Stories to Tell if You Dare 2 by Joe Oliveto
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDid you love reading classics like Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark as a child? Then you'll love the second entry in the Scary Stories to Tell if You Dare series... -
![Star Style by Sienna Mercer]()
Star Style by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIt's the premiere of "The Grove", the Hollywood film Olivia had a small part in – as a goth. Jackson, her Hollywood heartthrob boyfriend, wanted to walk down the red carpet with her, but a fashion disaster puts paid to that. And then a top Hollywood producer mistakes Ivy, in her goth gear, for Olivia.. -
![Goodnight, Little Monster by Helen Ketteman, Bonnie Leick]()
Goodnight, Little Monster by Helen Ketteman, Bonnie Leick
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLittle Monster needs to get ready for bed. That means howling at the moon, scrubbing his scales, getting into his creepy PJs, and enjoying a nice snack before bed: worm juice and baked beetle bread. And, of course, Little Monster’s mother is nearby to tuck Little Monster into bed and turn on his night-light—because even little monsters can be afraid of the dark... -
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![Shadow Children (Boxed Set): Among the Hidden; Among the Impostors; Among the Betrayed; Among the Barons by Margaret Peterson Haddix]()
Shadow Children (Boxed Set): Among the Hidden; Among the Impostors; Among the Betrayed; Among the Barons by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsImagine a world where families are allowed only two children. Illegal third children -- shadow children -- must live in hiding. If they are discovered, there is only one punishment: Death... -
![Creepy Pair of Underwear! by Aaron Reynolds]()
Creepy Pair of Underwear! by Aaron Reynolds
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsJasper Rabbit is NOT a little bunny anymore. He’s not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big rabbit underwear glows in the dark. A ghoulish, greenish glow. If Jasper didn’t know any better he’d say his undies were a little, well, creepy...Categorized as:
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![Tickle Monster by Josie Bissett]()
Tickle Monster by Josie Bissett
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThis book is well on its way to becoming a true children's classic. Early reviews of the story and the tickle me concept are creating a very positive reaction from everyone that reviews the book. The story is about a loveable rascal that has just flown in from Planet Tickle. His mission is to tickle any child who happens to follow along in this book... -
![Love Bites by Sienna Mercer]()
Love Bites by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe twins are traveling to Transylvania in their sixth adventureOlivia's really nervous because she's meeting her vampire family for the first time—there's a lot at stake. Plus it doesn't help that she'll be there for Valentine's Day and her new boyfriend Jackson, the hot movie star, doesn't seem bothered that he won't be with her... -
![Lucky Break by Sienna Mercer]()
Lucky Break by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsHot guys, horses, and high school hijinks in adventure number seven!Ivy and Olivia are super excited—their aunt on their mother's side has invited them to stay at her ranch, to get to know them. But she's not in on the vampire thing, and when Ivy scares off her favorite horse, Lucky, the girls have to find him—or risk blowing the coffin lid off the secret... -
![Take Two by Sienna Mercer]()
Take Two by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe fifth funny book in a girly series with a dark twist—cheerleaders, vampires, and cute boys all add up to a killer story with biteHollywood has come to Franklin Grove! Olivia is very excited. Jackson Caulfield—the hot teen movie star—is shooting a movie in her home town, and there's a chance to win a part in the film... -
![This Totally Bites! by Ruth Ames]()
This Totally Bites! by Ruth Ames
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsPoison Apple Books: Thrilling. Bone-chilling. These books have bite!Twelve-year-old Emma-Rose Paley has always felt different from her bubbly, outgoing parents. Unlike them, Emma-Rose has pale skin and jet-black hair, is quiet and moody, and prefers gray weather to sunshine. She also hates the taste of garlic, has very sharp incisors, and loves rare burgers... -
![Scary Stories: A Tribute to Terror by Curt Tuckfield]()
Scary Stories: A Tribute to Terror by Curt Tuckfield
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn all new collection of original stories and art that pays tribute to the work of Alvin Schwartz and Stephen Gammell... -
![Fangs for the Memories by Sienna Mercer]()
Fangs for the Memories by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPerfect for fans of Goth Girl, this addictive vampire series is ideal for girls of 9+ to sink their fangs into…Things are going great for Olivia Abbott and her boyfriend Jackson, except for the huge secret she's been keeping from him .. -
![Rumble of the Coaster Ghost by Troy Cummings]()
Rumble of the Coaster Ghost by Troy Cummings
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsStermont's latest monster is a real scream!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
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![Greetings from the Graveyard by Kate Klise, M. Sarah Klise]()
Greetings from the Graveyard by Kate Klise, M. Sarah Klise
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRoses are red, Violets are blue. If a ghost can write books, Why not greeting cards, too?The bestselling trio from Spence Mansion is launching a greeting card company called Greetings from the Graveyard. But what kind of card do you send to an ex-girlfriend who threatens to publish the love letters of Ignatius B... -
![Ready for a Scare? by P.J. Night, Heather Alexander]()
Ready for a Scare? by P.J. Night, Heather Alexander
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBirthday girl and queen of all things spooky, Kelly Garcia is all set to have the perfect night. First her parents are going out of town. And although they hired a babysitter, Kelly is excited to basically be on her own... -
![Date with Destiny by Sienna Mercer]()
Date with Destiny by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSink your teeth into Olivia and Ivy's 10th fright-time adventureThe twins are back in Transylvania for Prince Alex and Tessa's wedding, and to settle Ivy into the Wallachia Academy. Plus they've landed the juicy job of reporting on the royals' big day for VAMP magazine... -
![Flying Solo by Sienna Mercer]()
Flying Solo by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe twins are apart, but life is as batty as ever, in adventure 11"We're still double trouble!"Ivy's settling into Wallachia Academy, but the school's strict rules are a real pain in the neck. Back in Franklin Grove, Olivia’s begun dressing like Ivy—to get in to a vampire rock concert! It's bound to cause a coffin-load of chaos... -
![Back to School, Weird Kids Rule! by Dan Gutman]()
Back to School, Weird Kids Rule! by Dan Gutman
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMy Weird School Special: Back to School, Weird Kids Rule! by Dan Gutman has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher... -
![Hey, That's My Monster! by Amanda Noll]()
Hey, That's My Monster! by Amanda Noll
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Ethan looks under the bed for his monster, he finds this note instead: "So long, kid. Gotta go. Someone needs me more than you do... -
![Twin Spins by Sienna Mercer]()
Twin Spins by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA funny, super-girly story with a vampire bite to it.When a Hollywood strike puts Olivia's movie aspirations on hold, she distracts herself from thoughts of her long-distance actor boyf Jackson by throwing herself into organisation of the school dance.Little does she know, her twin Ivy is keeping a secret from her: she's off to Wallachia Academy, the finishing school for vampires... -
![Stand by Me by Raynold Gideon]()
Stand by Me by Raynold Gideon
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom Different Seasons The Body, as a media tie-in for the movie starring River Phoenix, Kiefer Sutherland, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman and Jerry O'Connell... -
![Curiosity Killed the Cat by Sierra Harimann]()
Curiosity Killed the Cat by Sierra Harimann
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsPoison Apple Books: Thrilling. Bone-chilling. These books have bite!Hannah isn't thrilled to be moving in with her dad and his new family, who live right next to a spooky cemetery. Luckily, Hannah doesn't believe all the "ghost cat" stories she's heard about the graveyard.Not so luckily, the cemetery is the least of Hannah's troubles. Her stepsister, Madison, is the meanest girl in Hannah's grade... -
![The Dead End by Mimi McCoy]()
The Dead End by Mimi McCoy
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPoison Apple Books: Thrilling. Bone-chilling. These books have bite! Casey Slater can't believe her bad luck. It's the summer before seventh grade, and instead of the perfect vacation she'd planned with her best friend, Casey is in a remote country town, where her parents are restoring an old, creaky, creepy house. Worst of all, everyone else in town thinks the old house is haunted... -
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![The Spiffiest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler]()
The Spiffiest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWhen George the giant spies a shop full of wonderful clothes, he decides to treat himself to a new outfit. He puts on his new shirt, pants, shoes, and tie, and is immediately transformed from the scruffiest giant in town to the spiffiest giant in town. But on his way home, George runs into various animals who need his help... -
![The Berenstain Bears Get Stage Fright (First Time Books by Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain]()
The Berenstain Bears Get Stage Fright (First Time Books by Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsGiven the lead role in the school play, Sister Bear is sure she'll forget her lines. Despite Brother's teasing, she follows Mama's advice and practices until she's perfect. On the night of the performance, it's Brother who ends up with stage fright and who is rescued by his sympathetic sister... -
![Ottilie Colter and the Narroway Hunt by Rhiannon Williams]()
Ottilie Colter and the Narroway Hunt by Rhiannon Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the most thrilling fantasy of the year, a young girl must pretend to be a boy to rescue her brother from a secret order of monster hunters. Ottilie Colter and her brother, Gully, have always fended for themselves. So when Gully goes missing one night, Ottilie sets out to find him – and soon makes a horrible discovery... -
![In the Scrape by James Newman, Mark Steensland]()
In the Scrape by James Newman, Mark Steensland
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMost kids dream about a new bike, a pair of top-dollar sneakers endorsed by their favorite athlete, or that totally awesome videogame everyone's raving about. But thirteen-year-old Jake and his little brother Matthew want nothing more than to escape from their abusive father... -
![Not Me by Elise Gravel]()
Not Me by Elise Gravel
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWho made this mess?When dad asks who left socks all over the place, a brother and sister insist that it was "Not Me... -
![Stake Out! by Sienna Mercer]()
Stake Out! by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNumber 12 is a killer story to sink your teeth into!"We're on a mission!"Ivy and Olivia are together again—and not a moment too soon. The whole vampire community is in a flap. Can the twins discover the identity of the mystery blogger who's determined to expose Franklin Grove's biggest secret? Hold on to your fangs, vamp fans... -
![Best Friends Forever by P.J. Night]()
Best Friends Forever by P.J. Night
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKatie’s getting a new BFF—whether she likes it or not—in this scary You’re Invited to a Creepover tale.Katie Walsh is majorly bummed when her BFF moves away. But her hopes soar when the new girl at school, Whitney, befriends her right away and invites her to spend the night at her house for a sleepover. Katie loved sleepovers with her old BFF, so she’s sure she will have a great time... -
![My Weird School Special: Bummer in the Summer! by Dan Gutman]()
My Weird School Special: Bummer in the Summer! by Dan Gutman
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith more than 23 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!School’s almost out for the summer, and A.J. is dreaming about all the fun things he’s going to do on vacation.But A.J.’s dream quickly turns into a nightmare when three familiar spirits appear to show him summers past, present, and yet to come... -
![The Seaquel by Mo O'Hara]()
The Seaquel by Mo O'Hara
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Tom's big brother decides to become an Evil Scientist, his first experiment involves dunking Frankie the goldfish into toxic green gunk. Tom knows that there is only one thing to do: Zap the fish with a battery and bring him back to life! But there's something weird about the new Frankie. He's now a BIG FAT ZOMBIE GOLDFISH with hypnotic powers . . -
![Zombies Don't Eat Veggies! by Jorge Lacera, Megan Lacera]()
Zombies Don't Eat Veggies! by Jorge Lacera, Megan Lacera
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMo Romero is a zombie who loves nothing more than growing, cooking, and eating vegetables. Tomatoes? Tantalizing. Peppers? Pure perfection! The problem? Mo's parents insist that their niño eat only zombie cuisine, like arm-panadas and finger foods. They tell Mo over and over that zombies don't eat veggies. But Mo can't imagine a lifetime of just eating zombie food and giving up his veggies... -
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![The Big Bad Blackout by Megan McDonald]()
The Big Bad Blackout by Megan McDonald
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn their third full-colour adventure, Judy Moody and Stink face some wicked weather – and a night without any electricity! Hold on to your umbrella and stock up on marshmallows – Hurricane Elmer is coming to town! The Moody family hunker down with baked beans and batteries to wait out the storm... -
![My Monster Mama Loves Me So by Laura Leuck]()
My Monster Mama Loves Me So by Laura Leuck
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsShe tucks me tightly into bed, then asks me if my spider's fed and hangs my favorite bat above me. That's how I know my mama loves me! At once tender and funny, this monster bedtime story is guaranteed to generate giggles, tickles, and plenty of monster hugs... -
![Being of Two Minds by Pamela F. Service]()
Being of Two Minds by Pamela F. Service
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsConnie Hendricks was a typical American teen except for her dizzy spells, when she would pass out. When this happened, she entered the mind and soul of Prince Rudolph, the fourteen-year-old heir apparent of Thulgaria, a small European country. Prince Rudolph had spells too, when he entered Connie's mind and life... -
![Fall of the House of Mandible by Dan Greenburg]()
Fall of the House of Mandible by Dan Greenburg
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThings seem pretty hopeless for the Shluffmuffin family in the fourth book in this hilarious series. The treacherous Mandible sisters have kidnapped Cheyenne again, and it's up to Wally to rescue her... -
![Nod's Limbs by Charles Ogden]()
Nod's Limbs by Charles Ogden
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCan the twins solve six mad riddles to find Nod's long-lost gold? It's all-out war with the Knightleigh family, and Edgar and Ellen are rapidly losing ground... -
![Ghost of a Chance by Lauren Barnholdt]()
Ghost of a Chance by Lauren Barnholdt
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKendall takes drastic action when she encounters ghostly overwhelm in this third book in a tween series that Kirkus Reviews calls “bright, bubbly fun.”Kendall feels like she’s losing at life. The only people who will talk to her are ghosts, and she’s exhausted from trying to fix their problems... -
![Secrets & Spies by Sienna Mercer]()
Secrets & Spies by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA funny, super-girly story with a vampire bite to it. Sink your teeth into Olivia and Ivy’s fifteenth fright-time adventure.There’s always a lot of stuff to keep hidden in Franklin Grove (like, um, the fact that vampires exist), but suddenly everyone seems to have gone into Secrecy Overdrive!Ivy’s sure that new girl Maya is up to something, and it involves Ivy’s boyfriend, Brendan . . -
![Flipping Out! by Sienna Mercer]()
Flipping Out! by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe 14th in the series finds the sisters dealing with high school problemsThe twins are adjusting to high school, but everything is still topsy turvy. Ivy's flipping out about being the most popular girl in school. All she wants is some time to herself, but her band of superfans are clinging to her tighter than bats to a cave. Meanwhile, Olivia is on a matchmaking mission... -
![Monster Mama by Liz Rosenberg, Stephen Gammell]()
Monster Mama by Liz Rosenberg, Stephen Gammell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEven though she's a real monster, Patrick Edward loves his morn -- especially when she uses her powers to tame a trio of young bullies -- in this exuberantly illustrated picture book about the universal love between a mother and child."One person's monster is another's mom. Young readers know that already, but they have just been reminded in a hilarious way"... -
![Fashion Frightmare! by Sienna Mercer]()
Fashion Frightmare! by Sienna Mercer
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe twins' 16th adventure finds them sleuthing with styleThe Café Creative fashion show is just around the corner, and everyone who's anyone is ready to strike a pose. Everyone except Ivy, that is. Modeling is her worst nightmare! Twin sister Olivia is there to lend a hand. But soon strutting down the catwalk is the least of their worries, when a priceless accessory goes missing... -
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![There's Something Out There by P.J. Night]()
There's Something Out There by P.J. Night
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn overnight campout sets the stage for a monstrous scare in this You’re Invited to a Creepover tale.Jenna Walker has always been fascinated by the legend of the Marked Monster, the scarred half-bird, half-beast creature that is said to roam the forests around her hometown... -
![Is She for Real? by P.J. Night]()
Is She for Real? by P.J. Night
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsP.J. Night's latest installment in the spooky and spectacular Creepover series for middle-grade girls is a level 5 on the Creep-o-Meter.In Is She For Real?, Bethany has just moved to Old Warwick, a quaint old town that is said to be haunted by the ghost of Lady Warwick. Lady Warwick lived centuries ago and died of a broken heart…but her grave was found empty shortly after her death... -
![The Spaghetti-Slurping Sewer Serpent by Laura Ripes]()
The Spaghetti-Slurping Sewer Serpent by Laura Ripes
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSammy Sanders can’t sleep. He is 77 percent sure that a spaghetti-slurping serpent lives in his sewer. Sammy and his sidekicks—his sister, Sally, and their slobbery dog, Stan—set out to discover the truth. What Sammy finds is a surprise in this tongue-twisting mystery featuring the slippery letter S. The bright, fun artwork was created in colored pencil... -
![Milk and Cookies: with audio recording by Frank Asch]()
Milk and Cookies: with audio recording by Frank Asch
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhile spending the night at Grandfather's house, Baby Bear dreams of feeding milk and cookies to a dragon... -
![How I Met My Monster by Amanda Noll]()
How I Met My Monster by Amanda Noll
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: “Monsters! Meet here for final test.” Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from beneath the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters compete to become Ethan’s monster... -
![The Mask Of Destiny by Richard Newsome]()
The Mask Of Destiny by Richard Newsome
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe police have finally caught the evil murderer Sir Mason Green. The third casket and whatever treasure it contains can remain a secret just as the Fraternity wished, and Gerald can relax and enjoy his billions. Or can he?At his trial, Green drops dead in the dock. Forensic testing shows that he was poisoned by a dart—and Gerald’s DNA is on the blowgun...
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