Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story)

Perfect for fans of The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything and the Millie Fleur series by Christy Mandin, Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story) is a spooky picture book debut by author-illustrator Faith Capalia that follows a fearful old woman named Melvina.

Melvina Whitmoore is afraid of everything, from spiders to snails, and even her own shadow. Which is why she can't wait to move into her new house--a safe place where nothing will be able to get to her!

But she'll soon discover that surprises hide around every corner and not everything is as it first seems. . . .

From debut creator Faith Capalia comes a spooky and thrilling tale that reminds us that unexpected things can happen when we face our fears.

"Capalia's stylish digital art contains myriad giggle-and-goosebump-worthy details . . . [a] satisfying roller-coaster ride of a debut." --Publishers Weekly

Author: Faith Capalia
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 09/05/2023
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.08h x 7.87w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9780063247826

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2023
Publishers Weekly 07/31/2023
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2023 pg. 23
School Library Journal 09/01/2023 pg. 89
Booklist 09/01/2023 pg. 95
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2023
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2024 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Capalia, Faith: -

Faith Capalia is a friend to all ghosts, ghouls, and creepy crawlies (but would rather they ask before visiting). Faith is an illustrator, author, preschool teacher, and spooky story aficionado. She has two cats who make very inefficient studio assistants (but she loves them anyways). She grew up in Colorado but currently lives in Portland, Oregon. Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story) is Faith's debut picture book.