Summary
The Baby-Sitters Club meets Stranger Things in this “spooky, heart-filled” (Lora Senf, author of The Clackity) middle grade novel about friendship, fitting in, and the afterlife, following a girl who discovers she’s not the only one at her new school who can see ghosts.
Wednesday Thomas sees ghosts. But that doesn’t mean she has to talk to them.
After a terrifying experience in an Arizona state park with a wicked ghost, Wednesday and her mother Olivia sell th…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781665904513 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1665904518 |
| Author: | Karen Strong |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 11 November 2025 |
| Weight: | 172g |
| Dimensions: | 18mm x 130mm x 194mm |
| Audience Age: | 8-12 |
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Critics Review
“A strongly characterized paranormal coming-of-age story that grapples with relatable issues.” – Kirkus Reviews * 7/15/2024
“Strong uses tight plotting, fully fleshed out characters, and eerie and empathetic prose to examine themes of legacy and friendship, and deliver a smartly conceived mystery.” – Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW * 5/20/2024 *
“As heartwarming as it is heart-stopping, THE SECRET DEAD CLUB is a smart, sensitive look at grief, friendship and the power of lineage. This is the scary-good novel I’ve been waiting for since middle school!” – —Leah Johnson, bestselling author of Ellie Engle Saves Herself
“An enchanting story about friendship and loss that’s equal parts touching and terrifying, and a must-have for horror enthusiasts. Get ready for a scary good time!” – - Terry J. Benton-Walker, author of Alex Wise vs The End of The World
“THE SECRET DEAD CLUB is a fast-paced tale about friendship, family, and fighting for those you love even when the odds are stacked against you…Karen Strong is one of the most talented, versatile authors on the middle grade fiction landscape today and I’m certain even more young readers will become fans by way of this wonderful book. I loved THE SECRET DEAD CLUB —it belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who enjoys a spooky, heart-filled tale.” – - Lora Senf, Bram Stoker-nominated author of The Clackity
“A tale of when old curses meet new friendships, The Secret Dead Club speaks on helping others process grief, accepting your power, and adapting to new environments while holding on to yourself.”
– - Eden Royce, award-winning author of Root Magic
Karen Strong
Born and raised in the rural South, Karen Strong spent most of her childhood wandering the woods, meadows, and gardens on her grandmother’s land. She developed a deep adoration of books from her weekly visits to the public library. A graduate of the University of Georgia, she is an advocate of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). An avid lover of strong coffee, yellow flowers, and night skies, Karen currently lives in Atlanta.
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