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  • Graveyard Hounds 
  • ISBN 978-1-896580-49-4
  • Ages: 8-11
  • $16.95 Canada · $8.50 UK

Graveyard Hounds

by Vi Hughes & illustrated by Christina Leist

The disembodied howls of the Graveyard Hounds threaten to bring disaster to Mike and Annie's town . . . . It's October. Storms rage, fires break out, and a mysterious visitor appears. When the dogs in town lose their barks, Mike and Annie set out to solve the mystery. They follow the clues and uncover scary secrets from the past. Can Mike and Annie stop the deadly curse of the Graveyard Hounds?

Reviews

As Hallowe’en approaches, violent storms occur over the town where Mike and Annie live. Lightening strikes their playground and their dogs lose their bark. Noticing the new school custodian is around whenever something strange happens, they decide to investigate and become caught up in a terrible secret which requires brave actions — are they up to it? Find out in this spine-tingling story with large print and some pictures. --Primary Times

Author Biography

Vi HughesA former school principal in Vancouver, Vi Hughes has written several children's books. This is her first novel.

Illustrator Biography

Christina Leist Born and raised in Germany, Christina Leist now lives in Vancouver. Before becoming a full-time illustrator, she worked in advertising as an art director and graphic designer. She illustrated Baad Animals (2005) and The Graveyard Hounds (2008) for Tradewind Books.