Book Info
Monster Movie by Chuck Wendig
Genre: Middle Grade
Publishing Date: September 24, 2024
Synopsis
In this modern, spooky novel by New York Times bestselling author Chuck Wendig, a boy must face his many fears to save his friends from a cursed videotape. Ethan Pitowski is afraid of everything. Luckily, his best friends don’t mind, and when their entire class gets invited to watch a long-buried horror movie at the most popular boy in school’s house, Ethan’s friends encourage him to join in the fun. But when the “scariest movie ever made” reveals itself to be not just a movie about a monster, but a movie that is a monster, only a terrified Ethan escapes its clutches. Now he must find a way to stop the monster and save his friends (and also, um, get their heads back). With his signature balance of kid-friendly horror and humor, Chuck Wendig crafts a spookily heartfelt novel about anxiety, friendship, and finding your unique voice and inner strength.
Book Links
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204593669
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0316572594
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/monster-movie-chuck-wendig/1144547245
IndieBound: https://bookshop.org/p/books/monster-movie-chuck-wendig/21112735
About the Author
Chuck Wendig is the New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Aftermath, as well as the Miriam Black thrillers, the Atlanta Burns books, and the Heartland YA series, alongside other works across comics, games, film, and more. A finalist for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer and the cowriter of the Emmy-nominated digital narrative Collapsus, he is also known for his popular blog, terribleminds.com, and his books about writing. He lives in Pennsylvania with his family.
Author Links
Website: http://terribleminds.com/ramble/
Twitter: https://x.com/ChuckWendig
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuck_wendig
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17152
Why Should You Read It?
Chuck Wendig delivers a delightful mix of humor and horror in Monster Movie, a modern spooky novel perfect for young readers. The story follows Ethan Pitowski, a boy terrified of just about everything. When a cursed videotape turns a simple movie night into a horrifying battle against a living monster, Ethan finds himself the unlikely hero, forced to face his fears to save his friends.
Wendig expertly balances the supernatural elements with heartwarming themes of friendship and self-discovery. Ethan’s anxiety is portrayed in a relatable way, and his journey toward bravery is both engaging and touching. The story’s pace keeps you hooked, blending spooky moments with just the right amount of humor, making it a fun read for kids and adults alike. A solid, spooky adventure that’s both thrilling and heartfelt!