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Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery (Bunnicula, #1)
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Did you know James & Deborah Howe didn't write Bunnicula?
Sure, their names are on the title, but the manuscript was actually dropped off at their door by the story's narrator, Harold the dog.<--it was a lot easier to get away with this back in 1979

In his own words, Harold describes what happened to the Monroe house after a fluffy baby bunny appeared in their home.
The tale mainly revolves around his long-time feline friend, Chester, who endeavors to prove that Bunnicula is a vampire while being thwarted by fate at every turn.
Chester spirals.
As cats do when they don't get their way.
Alright. The skinny gist is that Chester is SURE this baby bunny is a vampire. <--and to be fair, he probably is! But if his greatest crime is sucking the juice out of veggies, the cat probably needs to calm the fuck down.
Now, I don't know how many of you have cat overlords at home, but I'm speaking from experience when I say that telling them they need to straighten up and stop acting crazy just isn't an option.
And Harold knows this.
So how is he going to save his human family, save Chester's sanity, and maybe even save a tiny vampire bunny?

I won't spoil the ending for you, but it's cute.
Ok, this was adorable and stands the test of time.
As in, you can read it to your kids and not have to scrape your tongue afterward to get that horrible children's book taste out of your mouth.
Don't pretend you don't know what I'm talking about.

Highly Recommended.
PS - I listened to the audiobook version with Victor Garber as the narrator, and it was fantastic.
Sure, their names are on the title, but the manuscript was actually dropped off at their door by the story's narrator, Harold the dog.<--it was a lot easier to get away with this back in 1979

In his own words, Harold describes what happened to the Monroe house after a fluffy baby bunny appeared in their home.
The tale mainly revolves around his long-time feline friend, Chester, who endeavors to prove that Bunnicula is a vampire while being thwarted by fate at every turn.
Chester spirals.
As cats do when they don't get their way.

Alright. The skinny gist is that Chester is SURE this baby bunny is a vampire. <--and to be fair, he probably is! But if his greatest crime is sucking the juice out of veggies, the cat probably needs to calm the fuck down.
Now, I don't know how many of you have cat overlords at home, but I'm speaking from experience when I say that telling them they need to straighten up and stop acting crazy just isn't an option.
And Harold knows this.
So how is he going to save his human family, save Chester's sanity, and maybe even save a tiny vampire bunny?

I won't spoil the ending for you, but it's cute.
Ok, this was adorable and stands the test of time.
As in, you can read it to your kids and not have to scrape your tongue afterward to get that horrible children's book taste out of your mouth.
Don't pretend you don't know what I'm talking about.

Highly Recommended.
PS - I listened to the audiobook version with Victor Garber as the narrator, and it was fantastic.
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And The Celery Stalks at Midnight was my favorite book title as a kid because I understood the pun."
Steaking! Yes! That was freaking adorable. Stop.

I've not read that!
I'm trying to prep my library for grandkids, so I'm looking for awesome titles to put me over the top and make me the cool grandma.


I listened to the audiobook, too! You're right, it was great.

I'll have to wait till one of my kids gets off their ass and give me some grandchildren, I guess. lol

I feel like we're not supposed to admit it but some of those books are a chore to read!



I need to check out the rest of the series.

A good children's book is priceless. Especially one the parents can enjoy, as well!


He runs the whole neighborhood. My neighbors send me pictures of him laying beside them on their porches, and one even buys special salmon treats to give him every morning. <--no, they do not have a cat themselves.

He runs the whole neighborhood. My neighbors send me pictures of him laying beside them on their porches, and one even buys special salmon treats to ..."
Oh he's taken over the neighbourhood


Yeah, we force him inside when it's really hot and that's where the screaming comes in. He thinks our block can't function without him patroling it.

That sounds like a fun party. lol


They're so boring sometimes! <--but you're not allowed to say that
lol

I rate the BUNNICULA BOOK on a 5 star rating, it's attached with guides of heroic scenes , James & Deborah BUNNICULA Rabbit -Tale Of Mystery is a perfect story to read through....

I rate the BUNNICULA BOOK on a 5 star rating, it's attached with guides of heroic scenes , James & Deborah BUNNICULA Rabbit -Tale Of Mystery is a perfect story to read through..."
That's awesome. :)


This would be perfect for a Spooktober read.
And no, it's never too early to be thinking of Halloween. Hands down, my favorite holiday. Half of my attic is filled with decorations for it!


It's so cute, and one of those rare books that is specifically for children but winks at the adults reading the book to them.
And The Celery Stalks at Midnight was my favorite book title as a kid because I understood the pun.