Once Upon a Zombie: Tales for Brave Readers

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You're not afraid of zombies . . . are you? This spooky, funny, and thrilling Step 3 reader features zombie retellings of popular fairytales!

What is Little Red Zombie carrying in her basket on her way to Grandma's? Are those . . . brains?! What if all the fairytales you know and love where actually zombie-tales? Beware, these stories are only for the bravest of readers! Read about Little Red Zombie, Hansel and Gretel Zombie, and more in this spooky and hilarious early reader! 

Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.
© Lisa V. Leach
Deborah Underwood is the author of more than twenty picture books, including Every Little Letter, The Panda Problem, Interstellar Cinderella, and New York Times bestsellers The Quiet Book, The Loud Book, and Here Comes the Easter Cat. She lives in Northern California. View titles by Deborah Underwood
"This early reader is sure to engross youngsters, lessen the fear of nighttime creatures, and garner a good laugh. A sure pick for good-humored zombie enthusiasts." —School Library Journal
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You're not afraid of zombies . . . are you? This spooky, funny, and thrilling Step 3 reader features zombie retellings of popular fairytales!

What is Little Red Zombie carrying in her basket on her way to Grandma's? Are those . . . brains?! What if all the fairytales you know and love where actually zombie-tales? Beware, these stories are only for the bravest of readers! Read about Little Red Zombie, Hansel and Gretel Zombie, and more in this spooky and hilarious early reader! 

Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

Author

© Lisa V. Leach
Deborah Underwood is the author of more than twenty picture books, including Every Little Letter, The Panda Problem, Interstellar Cinderella, and New York Times bestsellers The Quiet Book, The Loud Book, and Here Comes the Easter Cat. She lives in Northern California. View titles by Deborah Underwood

Praise

"This early reader is sure to engross youngsters, lessen the fear of nighttime creatures, and garner a good laugh. A sure pick for good-humored zombie enthusiasts." —School Library Journal

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