Books to read if you loved Dead Boy Detectives
Did you just finish binge-watching Dead Boy Detectives on Netflix? I know I did and I’m looking for some more thrilling ghostly adventures. Here are some recommendations:
Dead Boy Detectives Omnibus: Want to read the story that inspired the show? The original comics are gathered in an omnibus so you can follow Edwin Paine and Charles Rowland on their mysterious adventures. [I have yet to read these comics, but if they are anything like the show I bet I’ll be hooked!]
Lockwood and Co: Okay, so this middle-grade series doesn’t follow ghosts. In fact, these ghosts are pure evil. But the children who can see them and are destined to fight them have many similarities to the Dead Boy crew. Lucy Carlyle has a tenacity to rival Crystal and Lockwood himself is strikingly similar to Edwin. The mysteries they take on are as equally thrilling and haunting as those of the Dead Boy Detectives.
Say I Boo: If you love watching a bunch of queer folks solve mysteries and kick ass, check out Say I Boo by Morgan Spellman [yes, that’s me!]. Abby Spector and her bookish best friend Lucas take up amateur paranormal investigating in this heartwarming ghosty mystery filled with queer characters—both living and spectral.
Cemetery Boys: If you (like me) were cheering Edwin on during his gay awakening, check out Cemetery by Aiden Thomas. Follow Yadriel, a transgender Latinx teen, as he accidentally summons the spirit of a charming boy named Julian in this heartwarming and magical YA novel.
City of Ghosts: If you’re a fan of the human-ghost friendships, you don’t want to miss this one. Follow Cassidy Blake, a girl who can see ghosts, and her ghost bestie Jacob as they explore the haunted streets of Edinburgh in this captivating middle-grade novel filled with adventure and intrigue.
Whether you're in the mood for a paranormal mystery with a touch of romance or a spine-chilling ghost story that will keep you up at night, these books are sure to satisfy your craving for supernatural adventures. So grab a cozy blanket, brew a cup of tea, and get ready to embark on a ghostly journey you won't soon forget!
Have another book suggestion to add to the list? Send me an email at MorganSpellmanAuthor@gmail.com with your suggestion and I’ll check it out!
