New Middle Grade Horror Book: Nightmare on Scuttler Island by Chris von Halle — Out Now!

If you're a fan of middle-grade horror books with dystopian twists, you're in for a treat. My latest novel, Nightmare on Scuttler Island, is finally here — and it may be the most intense installment in the Between Dark and Light series yet.

 What's it about?
Billy and Megan have lived underground their entire lives, raised by a holographic AI named Darla. One day, Darla tells them it’s time to learn the truth — but before she can explain, the power goes out.

Now, the siblings must venture above ground for the first time…
…only to find their parents missing.
…a house filled with secrets.
…and an island covered in unnatural black mist, crawling with deadly machines and eerie creatures.

Their mission? Survive, find the power station, and escape. If they can.

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 Why You'll Love It:

• A gripping blend of horror, mystery, and science fiction
• Themes of family, resilience, and identity
• Written for middle-grade readers, but just as gripping for YA and adult fans of survival thrillers
• Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, Wilder Girls, or The Maze Runner

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 Series Info:
Nightmare on Scuttler Island is Book #6 in the Between Dark and Light series, but each book can be read as a standalone.

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 Get Your Copy:
Available now in eBook (only 99 cents for a limited time!) and paperback on Amazon.
 https://tinyurl.com/2b4wmhk4

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 Don’t forget to check out the haunting cover art by Atreyu Studio — it’s as chilling as the story itself.

If you do check it out, I’d love to hear what you think. Reviews and shares are always appreciated — they help more readers discover the story!

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That's a Wrap on "It Waits at the Lodge"

That’s a wrap on my found-footage horror film It Waits at the Lodge! Filmed the final scene tonight. Now the terrifying post-production process begins…

I do have to say, though, it was quite an interesting experience filming my first full-length film (well, hopefully - the goal is at least a 40-minute runtime, which qualifies as a feature film at at least some film festivals and film award shows). There's so much I want to say about it, but there's still so much work to be done (most notably, editing all the dang footage and making it run like an actual movie haha). But I do have to say, I was inspired to post this blog post because there's something about wrapping up filming for a large-ish film project that very much feels like finishing up the first draft of a book. Like, there's that same emotional feeling of "I accomplished something," even though in both cases there's still SOOOOO much more work to do lol (for example, even after a book draft, you still need to edit, polish, and maybe even revise based off critique partner and beta reader feedback and what not before calling it a day).

On further reflection, when you complete filming a film or finish a book draft, for one, you obviously have the story fleshed out, and secondly, you also have the execution completed. For example, a book or novel's execution is the description, prose, play on words, etc., whereas a film's execution is the acting, camera angles, etc. So, really, in both instances you have both the brunt and heart of the work done, so I think that's at least partly why it feels like an accomplishment. Anyway, on to editing the footage for my film, but FIRST - I plan on releasing a Between Dark and Light book and maybe writing a bit more, THEN I'm going to hit film editing. Wish me luck - until next time!

Creepy Kids’ Books That Give Goosebumps Vibes: Get 5 for $4.99

 👁️ Discover the Creepy World of Between Dark and Light — Now in a 5-Book Box Set! 👁️

Do your kids (or you!) love creepy stories, supernatural mysteries, and just the right amount of spine-tingling suspense? Then I have something special to share with you.

I'm thrilled to announce the release of the Between Dark and Light: Books 1–5 Box Set — available now on Amazon for just $4.99!

This chilling middle-grade horror series includes five standalone tales of terror, perfect for readers ages 10 and up who can’t get enough of strange happenings, eerie settings, and page-turning thrills.

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📚 What’s Inside the Box Set?

1. The Old Person Curse
When twelve-year-old Azie starts aging overnight, she must break a decades-old curse before it kills her.

2. The Horror at Grover Canyon State Park
Thirteen-year-old Sandy and her brother uncover a hidden lab beneath a state park—and accidentally release something terrifying.

3. Uncle Jed's Secret
Jason begins to suspect the man he’s staying with isn’t really his uncle… and the truth may be deadly.

3. Why They Came
After an alien invasion, twelve-year-old Drake Realizes his strange, secretive father might now the truth behind it all.

5. The Mire Witch
Sheltered in a magical cabin realm, eleven-year-old Mara must embrace her destiny to defeat a dark wizard hunting her.

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💀 Why Between Dark and Light?

Each book in the Between Dark and Light series is:

1. Perfect for fans of Goosebumps, Coraline, or Mary Downing Hahn
2. Completely standalone, so you can read them in any order
3. Packed with mystery, suspense, and creepy twists
4. Written for middle-grade readers but creepy enough to entertain older readers, too

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or spooky story lover, this series hits that sweet spot of being scary but age-appropriate.

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🕮 What Readers Are Saying:

-“A great introduction to the horror genre for young readers.” – Goodreads Reviewer
-“The Book Dragon… is really excited to have discovered an RL Stine of the future.” – Goodreads Reviewer
-“Great read! Can’t wait for more in this series!” – Amazon Reviewer

Even AI analysis ranks Between Dark and Light among the strongest middle-grade horror series available, citing:

-Richly atmospheric storytelling
-Emotionally grounded characters
-Consistent suspense across all five books

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🎁 Why Now?

Normally, these five books would cost nearly $13 altogether. But you can grab the complete set for just $4.99 as an ebook box set — the best deal I’ve ever offered.

So if you’re looking for great scary books for kids that are smart, surprising, and seriously fun, this is a perfect place to start.

➡️ Click here to grab the full box set on Amazon
(Available in ebook and readable on any device with the Kindle app.)

Thanks for reading — and remember:

Sometimes the scariest things are the ones hiding in plain sight. Which creepy story will you read first?

"How to Raise a Monster Spider (Accidentally)" - My New Wattpad Story

Check out my new free-to-read children's horror short story on Wattpad called "How to Raise a Monster Spider (Accidentally)."

Link: https://tinyurl.com/3f8mr43k
Twelve-year-old Peter Barkit buys a genetically mutated spider created in a nearby laboratory from a mysterious man at his local pet shop for only five bucks. It's super cool-looking with trim black fur and silver-tipped legs and silver eyes. But when Peter brings it home, he discovers it has some seriously disturbing capabilities, and he, his family, and even his whole town might be in grave danger...

Mysterious Drone Sightings! (a funny short video)

 Chris sees a ton of mysterious drones in the sky recently, and something else...

https://youtube.com/shorts/5T0XqRnFh2

The Faerie Review Gives "Mass Exodus" Five Stars!

The Faerie Review gives "Mass Exodus" five stars! Full review here: https://www.thefaeriereview.com/2024/11/review-mass-exodus/.

Zed Makes Meat Sauce Lasagna - Bill & Zed, Episode 7

The seventh episode of the absurdist comedy web series Bill & Zed sees Zed heating up meat sauce lasagna for dinner while Bill tries to convince him of the importance of "connectivity."