Spook's Stories: Grimalkin's Tale

Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.

"What really sets it a notch above some of its peers is some terrific writing, dense atmosphere, and the intriguing glimpse of English folklore it affords its readers" -- Stefan Bachmann The Bookbag "Instantly evocative and highly filmic" -- Amanda Craig The Times "If you haven't yet discovered the Wardstone Chronicles because you don't have to be a Spook aficionado to enjoy these haunting histories. Just make sure you're not alone when you read them!" -- Pam Norfolk Lancashire Evening Post "This spooky collection of gruesome, brutal tales about witches, spooks and boggarts is a great way to spend an afternoon losing yourself in the world of the weird" First News "Much is explained in detail and Delaney gives Spook devotees a greater insight into some of his most beloved and intriguing characters" Fantasy Book Review