Tim Burton’s classic film Frankenweenie is retold for the first time as a Little Golden Book­! Perfect for Halloween or any time you want a delightful scare!

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, brings his beloved dog Sparky back to life after he gets hit by a car. But when his classmates find out his secret, they create their own pet monsters that bring destruction to their town of New Holland! Can Victor and Sparky keep the town safe, and convince the townspeople that Sparky isn’t a monster like the other pets? Frankenweenie is a beloved part of Burton’s catalog, and features the voice talents of Winona Ryder, Martin Short, Catherine O’Hara, and more! This book retelling the film is perfect for kids ages 2 to 5 or Tim Burton fans of all ages!

Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature hot licenses, beloved classics, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.
Matthew J. Gilbert has written storybooks, chapter books, and graphic novels. He used to live in NYC, but currently resides in far-too-sunny California with his wife and loyal cat sidekick, Pepe.

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Tim Burton’s classic film Frankenweenie is retold for the first time as a Little Golden Book­! Perfect for Halloween or any time you want a delightful scare!

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, brings his beloved dog Sparky back to life after he gets hit by a car. But when his classmates find out his secret, they create their own pet monsters that bring destruction to their town of New Holland! Can Victor and Sparky keep the town safe, and convince the townspeople that Sparky isn’t a monster like the other pets? Frankenweenie is a beloved part of Burton’s catalog, and features the voice talents of Winona Ryder, Martin Short, Catherine O’Hara, and more! This book retelling the film is perfect for kids ages 2 to 5 or Tim Burton fans of all ages!

Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature hot licenses, beloved classics, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.

Author

Matthew J. Gilbert has written storybooks, chapter books, and graphic novels. He used to live in NYC, but currently resides in far-too-sunny California with his wife and loyal cat sidekick, Pepe.

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