In "No Place for Monsters" by Kory Merritt, two friends, a brave girl named Evie and her loyal dog, embark on a thrilling adventure when they discover a missing child and a series of strange happenings in their small town. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter eerie creatures and uncover dark secrets that challenge their courage. The story blends elements of friendship, bravery, and confronting fears, all set against an atmospheric backdrop that captures the essence of a suspenseful coming-of-age tale. Evie's determination and the bond with her dog drive them to face the unknown in a world filled with both wonder and danger. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called No Place For Monsters Series .

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published in 2020 by Houghton Mifflin .

Kory Merritt started cartooning and illustrating while attending SUNY Brockport. His weekly comic strip, Brockport Chronicled, won the John Locher Memorial Award in 2007. His feature, Lost Side of Suburbia, which appears on GoComics, was largely influenced by folk tales Kory learned as a counselor at Camp Kenan in Barker, New York. Kory currently teaches K-6 Art in Hammondsport, New York.