CAMP MONSTER

A classic summer camp story with a supernatural twist.

Tasha, a young yeti, can’t wait for her family to reopen their summer camp. Previously, the camp was only open to fellow yetis, but it’s now going to include all monsters for the first time. The diverse bunch of campers, who include goblins, a griffin, a vampire, a werewolf, and an ogress, have a variety of needs and preferences. Their differences initially cause tension in the camp as they struggle to cooperate with one another. All the while, the adults in charge fret over the looming possibility of being found by humans. In the end, the monsters’ differences make them stronger, and they’re finally able to find ways to get along, even using their different abilities to protect the camp from humans. The summer camp setting keeps this fantastical story grounded, and the lessons that the young monsters learn are applicable to real-life scenarios. The cast of characters is fairly large, but each creature feels relevant to the story, and a bulletin board with “Meet Your Fellow Monsters” camper profiles is handy. The panels feature bright and lively artwork and are detailed without being overly busy; the variety in the character designs is a particular strength. Monstrous puns add plenty of humor.

Delightfully relatable and full of spooky charm, this book will leave readers shrieking for more.