Spooky Catholic Reads
Books with the themes of the All Hallows season grouped according to scariness level.
Sister Aloysius Comes to Mercyville By Linda Etchison, Illustrated by Denise Plumlee-Tadlock
A young nun teaches children how to offer up their daily irritations to God.
Five Little Angels by Kathleen T. Pelley Illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic
Children learn how to make angels dance with joy in this dreamy hand-painted bedtime story.
Prayer Journal by Flannery O’Connor
An intimate window into the mind of a great artist and honest Christian
Silence by Shusaku Endo
The story that introduced faith to one of the most secular nations on Earth
Abolishing Abortion by Fr. Frank Pavone
An invaluable handbook for pro-life religious non-profits that want to protect life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—without risking their tax-exempt status.
All in Good Time by Carolyn Astfalk
A truly healthy romance that will STILL leave you up at night
The Book of Jotham by Arthur Powers
Experience Christ through the eyes of Jotham, his disabled disciple.
Murder Most Picante by Karina Fabian
The government can’t decide whether he is an illegal immigrant or invasive species. God expects a respectable dragon to find justice for others. This Dragon is not having a good time of it!
Dex’s Way by Karina Fabian
Surviving the Black Hole was only the first part, now Dex will have to survive the far future and reunite with Santiago.
Old Man & The Void by Karina Fabian
When Dex decides to catch the treasure of a century, he is pulled into a black hole and must fight the robotic ghosts of an alien war.
Help from Heaven by Andrea Jo Rodgers
In this year of tragedy, Rodgers reminds us of the miracle of human kindness.
The City and The Dungeon by Matthew P. Schmidt
Who knew fighting monsters in a D&D dungeon could convince him that not everything can be attributed to a chance roll of the dice?
The Vines of Mars by A.R.K. Watson
While tracking down his sister’s murderer, a Martian farmer discovers a secret that may destroy his colony.
Shadow in the Dark by Antony Barone Kolenc
An immersive mystery and an amateur sleuth set in the walls of a 12th century English monastery
McCracken and the Lost Oasis by Mark Adderley
A swashbuckling adventure into Catholic history and archeology.
Seeking Allah Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi
When a Muslim man asks God to show him who he is, he is unprepared for the answer.
Tortured Soul by Theresa Linden
Looking for a book that puts Christ not just back into Christmas but into Halloween too? Throw in a dash of ghost story, mystery, and romance and you have A Tortured Soul.
There Once Was a Penny by Mark Restaino, Illustrations by J.P. Alcomendas
This nursery rhyme teaches kids the value of faith and how it can help a person to love themselves according to standards not of this world.
Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz
Odd Thomas is a fry cook who is haunted by Elvis, sees demons, fights evil and provides a remarkably grounded picture of a man on the path to sainthood.
How Sweet the Sound by Courtney Guest Kim
Annette makes all the wrong decisions for her love life—but through Grace finds true wisdom.
Saint Michael: Above the 38th Parallel by Shanti Guy
The true story of St. Michael, the original punch-communism-in-the-face superhero
Me, Ruby & God; A Journal of Spiritual Growth by Linda Crowley
A beautiful memoir about the love of God and the love of a good dog.
Nephilim Corruption by Ann Margaret Lewis
Jedi Adventure meets Christian Epic
By Violence Unavenged by Annette Young
A Catholic Historical Epic to Rival The Sound of Music.
Earthquake Weather by Kevin Rush
The mist that settles over San Francisco hides the ugly parts of her world. Can Kristine find the courage to see with unclouded eyes?
A Hero for the People by Arthur Powers
Stories from the front lines of the Church’s mission to protect Brazilians farmers from theft and greed.
The Fruit Tree by Mark Restaino, Illustrations by J.P. Alcomendas
This children’s fable will teach the whole family Biblical literacy and the Christian symbolic language.
The Rose and the Snake by Mark Restaino, Illustrated by J.P. Alcemendas
This thought-provoking children’s tale is tailor made to improve reading comprehension and teach a child where real self-worth comes from.
My Brother’s Keeper by Bill Kassel
What if you were Jesus’ protective older brother? Could you navigate the courts of Rome & Jerusalem to save him?
