The Black Slide

Ebook

An ominous new slide on the playground leads to a world of fear in USA Today bestselling author J.W. Ocker’s latest middle grade horror, perfect for fans of R.L. Stine and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.

Griffin Birch isn’t known for being brave, but there’s something about the new black slide on the elementary school playground that’s made him curious. Against his better judgment, he just has to follow his best friend, Laila, down.

But the Black Slide is no ordinary piece of playground equipment. What Griffin and Laila find at the other end of this strange portal is a cruel world, populated by bloodthirsty creatures on a quest to become immortal.

And it’s up to Griffin to save himself, his best friend—and the future of earth itself.

Fans of classic horror will devour this creepy adventure packed with more twists and turns than the ominous black slide itself.

What horrors lurk at the bottom of the slide?

• Portal Fantasy Adventure: One minute Griffin and Laila are on the school playground. The next, they’re trapped in the Painful Place, a bizarre world of metal, rock, and terrifying creatures.
• Unlikely Allies: Griffin has spent his whole life avoiding the school bully, Ozzie. Now, surviving the monsters of the Black Slide might mean trusting his worst enemy.
• Friendship and Courage: Laila has always been the brave one, but this time it’s up to Griffin to face his fears. He’ll have to find his courage to save the only best friend he’s ever had.
• Perfect for Spooky Season: With creepy creatures and a vibe perfect for fans of R.L. Stine and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, this is an adventure to read with the lights on.