Historical fiction, Family stories, Ghost and horror storiesDrama
Human-narrated audio
New England, 1909. Eleven-year-old orphan Maud is thrilled when the spinster Hawthorne sisters adopt her. But the sisters hide Maud…
away in their house and use her to trick wealthy clients at fake séances. Maud's only true friend is the lame, deaf-mute servant Muffet. For grades 6-9. 2006
Ghost and horror storiesLiterature, Literature biography, Criticism
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
Biography of award-winning horror writer. Discusses King's difficult childhood in Maine, a setting for many of his stories, as well…
as his adolescence, college years, marriage, and eventual success. Describes King's struggles with censorship, fame, and the creative process. For senior high readers. 2006