The autumn air sparkles with the spirit of Halloween. Magic weaves through the night. The mysterious Coupeville Haunt awaits.

On fog-shrouded Weirdbey Island, where even shadows hold monstrous secrets, a supernatural contest is about to begin — one that may seal a fearsome fate.

When Dylan Wylde encounters a dastardly trickster clown, he and his friends are drawn into an extraordinary challenge. They must face three formidable foes in their quest for the Halloween crown — but this is no ordinary competition.

As local legends whisper through the enchanted streets, Dylan realizes winning isn’t just about glory. Failure could unleash ancient forces better left contained.

Racing against time through a bewitched attraction, Dylan must uncover the haunting truth behind the trials. In the Coupeville Haunt, every shadow tells a story — and only one champion can claim the crown.

If you dare to enter, prepare for a Halloween tale unlike any other. Perfect for Goosebumps fans and reluctant readers who crave a weird Middle Grade mystery with a side of Halloween mischief, The Coupeville Haunt is a pulse-pounding middle grade adventure you won’t want to put down!

Book 7 in the Weirdbey Island series

Publisher: Misty Island Press, Clinton, WA
Publication Date: August 30, 2023

PAPERBACK
ISBN: 979-8859694068
Page Count: 232 pages
Trim Size: 5.25 x 8 inches

EBOOK
ASIN: B0CHR4BDJT

AUDIOBOOK
ASIN: B0CRWQ2MW9
Narrator: J. Scott Bennett
Length: 6 hours and 9 minutes

CATEGORIES
– Juvenile Fiction > Mysteries & Detectives > General
– Juvenile Fiction > Action & Adventure
– Juvenile Fiction > Horror > Spine-Chilling

SERIES INFORMATION
Book 7 of the Weirdbey Island series
Target Age: 8-12 years old (Middle Grade)

Frequently Asked Questions

The Coupeville Haunt is perfect for readers ages 8-12 (middle grade), though younger confident readers and adults who enjoy spooky adventures will love it too!

It has just the right amount of spooky! There is a trickster clown and a haunted attraction at Halloween, but it’s never too frightening – perfect for fans of Goosebumps.

Each book in the Weirdbey Island series is a complete adventure, but reading them in order gives you the best experience as Dylan and his friends grow and face new challenges. Start with The Pirates of Penn Cove.

Yes! The audiobook is narrated by J. Scott Bennett and is available on Audible, Apple Books and other audiobook platforms.

Signed copies are available at bookshops and gift stores across Whidbey Island, or by mail from my Signed Books page.

Story Elements & Tropes

Perfect for fans of spooky adventures! This book features:

  • Halloween Adventure – Spooky season in historic Coupeville
  • Trickster Clown – A prankster with a sinister side
  • Supernatural Contest – The stakes are higher than anyone knows
  • Haunted Attraction – The scares might be real
  • Found Family – Dylan and his friends stick together no matter what
  • Spooky But Not Too Scary – Perfect Goosebumps-level thrills
  • Pacific Northwest Setting – Real locations on and around Whidbey Island

WHAT READERS ARE SAYING

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“Eldritch Black has done it again, as usual! I am seriously loving watching these kids tackle their fears, A little at a time.”

“This was a well-written book with great characters, great plot, and loads of eerie fun. There is nothing violent in the book to upset younger readers, but there is enough mysterious happenings to keep the older folks entertained.” “(Reviewing on behalf of my 11 yr who read this book)

“I absolutely loved it! Just the right amount of scary. It kept me on the edge of my seat!”