Fang-tastic Vampire Books for Kids This Halloween
Do your readers like vampires? We’ve found that the best vampire stories feature non-scary plots and relatable themes such as self-acceptance, friendship, and growing up. Readers aged 4 to 10 will find these vampire picture books and middle grade books filled with humor, charm, and positive messages. After all, vampires are just like us. Only with fangs. (Right?)
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Add to BookshelfVlad the Rad
by Brigette Barrager
Vlad is a skateboard-loving vampire who doesn’t fit in with the other monsters. He wonders if he can be himself and still succeed at Miss Fussbucket’s School for Aspiring Spooks. His clever solution may surprise you!
Ages 3 – 7
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Vampire Jam Sandwich
by Casey Lyall
When a vampire named Terrance takes a bite of a jam sandwich, the sandwich turns into a vampire! And this sandwich has an insatiable appetite for … jam. Beware, because the vampiric sandwich will sneak into your home and sink its fangs into your jam!
Ages 3 – 7
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Vlad, the Fabulous Vampire
by Flavia Z. Drago
Poor fashionista Vlad. His pink cheeks make him look alive, which is not the right look for a vampire. Embarrassed, Vlad hides his rosy cheeks behind boring black outfits until he discovers that his friend also has a surprising pink secret, too. Will this help Vlad embrace his pink-cheeked self? Readers will love the cute characters and sweet message of self-acceptance.
Ages 3 – 7
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Vampire Vacation
by Laura Lavoie
Fang dreams of a beach vacation, but his parents don’t think vampires belong at a beach. So, Fang uses his most persuasive reasoning to convince them. If you like funny stories about big-thinking and creative kids, you’ll love this humorous and heartfelt story.
Ages 3 – 7
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Bob the Vampire Snail
by Andrea Zuill
As you know, all snails are named Bob. (You knew that, right?) But this particular Bob’s life isn’t like the other snails’ because — gasp! — he is a vampire snail with fangs, no reflection, and a taste for … tomatoes. This hilarious tale is perfect for readers who love quirky, heartwarming stories.
Ages 4 – 8
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Things that Go Bump in the Day
by Melinda Beatty
This beautifully illustrated book is sure to delight the readers on your lap who love reversal stories. Instead of a human child being scared of nighttime noises, this story is about a vampire child who is afraid of daytime noises — noises that readers will recognize as harmless as they examine the illustrations. His mom’s monstrous explanations of what is making the noises will keep kids giggling through each page turn.
Ages 4 – 8
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Pumpkin and Beetle: Two Vampire Cats
by Jannie Ho
In this adorably illustrated early graphic novel, Pumpkin and Beetle, vampire cat best friends, want to buy a new comic book. Determined to earn the money they need to purchase the book, the friends plan to sell crabapple muffins. Unfortunately, no one wants to buy their burnt muffins until an unexpected customer helps them find a perfect solution.
Ages 5 – 8
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A to Z Mysteries: The Vampire’s Vacation
by Ron Roy
Who is the pale stranger entering Ellie’s Diner? Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose follow him, but he disappears. When they see a mysterious cut on Ellie’s neck, the worried friends know they need to investigate the possible vampire sighting and find out the truth. Like all the A to Z Mysteries, these kids are super-smart problem solvers pursuing an engaging mystery.
Ages 6 – 9
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Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
by Laura Ellen Anderson
When the Prince of the kingdom arrives at Amelia’s school, he steals Amelia’s pet pumpkin, Squashy. Amelia and her two best friends embark on a rescue mission and uncover a significant secret about the kingdom. With themes of friendship, kindness, and mistaken first impressions, this illustrated chapter book is sure to become a new favorite.
Ages 7 – 10
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Ham Helsing #1: Vampire Hunter
by Rich Moyer
Don’t miss this middle grade graphic novel with quirky characters, punny jokes, potty humor, and plot twists galore. Ham is a reluctant vampire-hunting pig who teams up with his enemy, a vampire, to stop the evil spider-woman. Can these two frenemies save the town from the villainous arachnid?
Ages 8 – 12
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