"This distinctive, quirky, satisfying story is perfect for newly independent readers."
April 2026 Book of the Month
On his ninth birthday, Frank turns into a monster. It takes him a while to realise it and longer to come to terms with it as we discover in this distinctive, quirky and very satisfying story.
It all starts with a bite – accidental – from his neighbour’s dog. That night, Frank dreams he is a werewolf, albeit one who just wants to play and have his tummy tickled but, in the morning, it’s clear the dream was reality.
At first Frank is horrified, and so are people in the area; indeed, when he ends up on the local beach one evening, they try to kill him. Saved by a couple of young ghosts and taken to the local library – where else? – Frank is introduced to a community of friendly monsters and, for the first time, this quiet, reserved young boy realises he’s found his pack. Maybe one day, he’ll be able to bring the two sides of his family, human and monster, together?
Told in clear, very enjoyable prose, this story prickles with ideas and notions. With illustrations on every page, and short chapters too, it will be particularly rewarding for children ready to start reading independently. Watch out for more books about Frank.
“This series comes to us highly recommended for its pace, warm heart and hint of Nordic noir.” Rachel Lawson, Publisher
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“This series comes to us highly recommended for its pace, warm heart and hint of Nordic noir.” Rachel Lawson, Publisher A monster with a heart of gold proves it’s okay to be different. A boy-turned-werewolf discovers his identity and finds his pack of misfit monster friends in this fast-paced, Nordic noir, illustrated series. The chapter books offer horror with heart to entice young readers and build a bridge to independent reading.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Frank the Monster and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Frank the Monster features in the following genres: Featured Books for 7+ readers, Featured Books for 9+ readers, Books of the Month, Recommendations, Star Books, Fantasy / Magical, Horror & Ghost Stories, PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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Frank the Monster was written by Mats Strandberg and published by Gecko Press
Frank the Monster has 107 pages
Yes it is part of Frank the Monster series
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