Nighttime


Book Description

Do you jump for your night-light when you hear a noise in bed?' If so, then it may be Too Dark to See.




Somniphobia


Book Description

Have you ever thought that you might go to bed and never wake up? Though it seems morbid and unlikely, this idea often dominates the minds of those with Somniphobia. Twenty-seven-year-old Riyan lives with his working-class family.The story is set in Bangalore, India . The story revolves around a boy who is afraid of sleeping. Riyan visited several doctors and physiotherapists but nothing helped him. He even visited a psych-ward because he was suffering from some serious mental depression. The story is all about his fight with his fear and life afterwards.




Too Scared to Sleep


Book Description

"On a hill on the outskirts of Sweet Valley sits a beautiful old Victorian house. It stood empty until a few weeks ago, when a new family moved in...the perfect clients for Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield's baby-sitting service.... The Wakefield twins and their friends from Sweet Valley Middle School love babysitting for the Riccolis. Until little Juliana Riccoli starts having horrible nightmares. One night she wakes up crying, saying a monster attacked her. The twins tell her that bad dreams aren't real, but Elizabeth is secretly afraid. If the monster isn't real, why does Juliana have deep scratches in her back?




Nod


Book Description

A disturbing literary dystopian science fiction debut set in a near-future Vancouver during a deadly insomnia pandemic for fans of The Leftovers Dawn breaks over Vancouver and no one in the world has slept the night before, or almost no one. A few people, perhaps one in ten thousand, can still sleep, and they’ve all shared the same golden dream. After six days of absolute sleep deprivation, psychosis will set in. After four weeks, the body will die. In the interim, panic ensues and a bizarre new world arises in which those previously on the fringes of society take the lead. Paul, a writer, continues to sleep while his partner Tanya disintegrates before his eyes, and the new world swallows the old one whole.




Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You


Book Description

Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You is a picture book that playfully unpacks a common childhood fear. You may be afraid of the dark . . . but did you know that the dark is actually afraid of YOU? It's true! The dark spends its days hiding from the light in your underwear drawer. The dark thinks you look scary. And the dark may be difficult to see when the sun goes down, but it also has its fair share of redeeming qualities. • A go-to read for kids who are afraid of nighttime • Personifies darkness to help younger readers shift how they see the night • A humorous and soulful picture book by Peter Vegas and acclaimed illustrator Benjamin Chaud Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You reassures the youngest of readers that the dark is more relatable—and appealing—than ever imagined. Fans of the award-winning illustrator Benjamin Chaud will love adding this one to the collection. • A good pick for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of reluctant readers • Resonates year-round as a go-to gift for birthdays, holidays, and more • Perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old • Great for teachers and librarians who want to teach there are no monsters, just friends • You'll love this book if you love books like Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett, The Dark by Lemony Snicket, and The Berenstain Bears by Stan and Jan Berenstain.




El Cucuy Is Scared, Too!


Book Description

A boy and his monster confront their mutual fears in this unlikely friendship story that’s rooted in Mexican folklore Ramón is a little boy who can’t sleep. He is nervous for his first day at a new school. And El Cucuy is the monster who lives in Ramón’s cactus pot. He can’t sleep, either. It turns out that El Cucuy is scared, too! This gentle, perceptive story explores the worries that can accompany moving to a new place and beginning a new journey—and reveals how comfort, bravery, and strength can be found through even the most unexpected of friendships.




Too Afraid to Scream


Book Description

Have you ever seen a shape moving through the night? Do black cats always seem to cross your path? Would your heart race if a ghost sent you a text message? If so, then you might end up Too Afraid to Scream.




"I'm Not Scared!"


Book Description

Baby Owl is a fierce, fearless, night-prowling predator… but everyone seems to think he shouldn’t be out late at night. But it is NOT past his bedtime! And he is absolutely, positively NOT scared! Luckily, wise Papa understands… and provides a much-needed reassuring hug. Now available as a board book, this plucky follow-up to “I’m Not Cute!” is a great way to remind young readers that it’s okay to be a little scared of the dark sometimes.




Who Feels Scared?


Book Description

Uses a story format to introduce young children to the concept of feeling scared. Includes suggestions for activites and notes for parents and teachers. Suggested level: junior.




Sometimes I'm Scared


Book Description

Kids can be afraid of lots of things; this book outlines easy steps kids can use to overcome their everyday fears.