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Mad scientists
Ian Thorne, Julian May
Hardcover (Crestwood House, March 15, 1977)Presents synopses of several well-known horror films whose plots revolve around the experiments of diabolical scientists.
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Frankenstein
Ian Thorne
Hardcover (Crestwood House, June 1, 1977)Briefly discusses the origin of the Frankenstein legend and the portrayal of Dr. Frankenstein and his creation in films. Also presents a synopsis of the 1931 film starring Boris Karloff.
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Que Nervios! El Primer Dia de Escuela
Julie Danneberg, Judy Love
Paperback (Charlesbridge, Jan. 30, 2006)Spanish language edition. Everyone knows that sinking feeling in the pit of the stomach just before diving into a new situation. Sarah Jane Hartwell is scared and doesn't want to start over at a new school. She doesn't know anybody, and nobody knows her. It will be awful. She just knows it. With much prodding from Mr. Hartwell, Sarah Jane reluctantly pulls herself together and goes to school. She is quickly befriended by Mrs. Burton, who helps smooth her jittery transition. This charming and familiar story will delight readers with its surprise ending.
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King Kong
Ian Thorne
Hardcover (Crestwood House, March 15, 1977)Presents synopses of several films whose plots revolve around the escapades of a giant ape named King Kong.
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The deadly mantis
Ian Thorne
Hardcover (Crestwood House, Jan. 1, 1982)A giant insect frozen for millions of years thaws out in Alaska and makes its way to New York City.
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The Wolf man
Ian Thorne
Hardcover (Crestwood House, Jan. 1, 1977)Briefly discusses the origins of werewolf legends and the portrayal of werewolves in films. Also presents a synopsis of the 1941 film starring Lon Chaney, Jr. and the 1935 film starring Henry Hull.
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Creature from the Black Lagoon
Ian Thorne, Howard Schroeder
Hardcover (Crestwood House, Jan. 1, 1982)Dr. Maya finds the fossil of water-breathing, man-like creature near a mysterious lake in the jungles of Brazil, but is unaware that such a being still lives
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Invisible Man
William R. Sanford, Ian Thorne, Carl R. Green, R. C. Sherriff, Howard Schroeder
Hardcover (Crestwood House, Feb. 1, 1987)A mysterious bandaged stranger in an English village turns out to be a mad scientist, who has discovered how to turn himself invisible and plans to take over the world
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The Mystery Series Collection
Paul Moxham
Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Feb. 20, 2014)Are you up for a thrilling adventure?Meet Joe, Amy, Sarah, and Will. Together, these intrepid youngsters spend their holidays solving mysteries in 1950's Britain.Enjoy these three exciting stories: The Mystery of Smugglers CoveWhen twelve year old Joe and his two younger sisters visit Smugglers Cove for the summer holidays, they get caught up in a thrilling adventure that is beyond their wildest imagination. Follow the children as they flee down a river, are chased by ferocious dogs, locked up in an old manor, get lost at sea, expose a spy, and more!The Mystery of Adventure IslandWhen the Mystery Kids go camping on a deserted island off the coast of England, they fall headfirst into another exciting adventure. Follow the children as they are trapped in a lighthouse, stow away on a seaplane, get lost in a mine, hide in a tree house, outwit birdwatchers, and more!The Mystery of Hidden ValleyWhile camping in Wales, it doesn't take long for the Mystery Kids to stumble across a long-lost tunnel that leads to a valley full of secrets. Follow the children as they are imprisoned in an old farmhouse, discover a hidden cave, sabotage a plane, rescue a missing man, undertake a perilous climb, and more!These adventure stories will suit people who enjoy Nancy Drew, the Hardy Boys or the Famous Five.
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