Scary Godmother: Comic Book Stories, by Jill Thompson

This is a truly delightful collection of stories about Hannah Marie and her friends who live on the Fright Side of her bed.  It’s perfect for boys and girls 10 and up (and their parents and/or older siblings) who enjoy funny, spooky stories that are not too scary.  The artwork is whimsical and amazing to look at; it took me a week to read this book (almost unheard of; I am usually the one who finishes a book in a few days) because I spent a lot of time appreciating the artwork and examining the beautiful detail in all the panels.  People my age and older may be more familiar with Jill Thompson’s contributions to Neil Gaiman’s Sandman universe, so if you have not yet checked out Scary Godmother, I recommend it!  Find it at your local comic book shop!

Marvel Fairy Tales, by C. B. Sebulski

Marvel Fairy Tales, by C. B. Sebulski, is a collection of fairy tales and classic stories featuring well-known Marvel characters. They're all rather fun, though of course I preferred some over others. I loved the artwork; it's really neat seeing these re-imagined superheroes starring in such familiar tales as Peter Pan and Red Riding Hood.

Shadows on the Moon, by Zoe Marriott

Shadows on the Moon, by Zoe Marriott, is a darker retelling of Cinderella set in a made-up part of Japan. Not quite a heavy read, but Suzume's story is emotionally charged. I would say 15 and up, or a mature 13/14, is the ideal age range for a reader.