PEOPLE staffers have rounded up some of their favorite recommendations for spooky books to read during the Halloween season — see our full list, including novels by Stephen King, Anne Rice and more.

From classic tales of haunted houses to paranormal romances, here are the best ghost stories to read this autumn.

Classic books are called classics for a reason; they’re some of the best books of all time. If you’re looking to expand your ... and the human psyche – aka a must-read.

A young student in Colleton County is proving that taking the time to read – especially during long school breaks – is ...