
The Monster Manual
The Ultimate Guide to Werewolves, Goblins, and Other Wicked Creatures
Sarah Glenn Marsh(Author)
Running Press Kids
Will be published approx. on 30. July 2026
Book
Hardback
176 pages
979-8-89414-255-5 (ISBN)
Description
Unleash your imagination with this rare guide packed full of freaky facts, spine-tingling stats, and wild illustrations of creatures of legend-all gathered by the lost souls who quested for this forbidden knowledge! Perfect for readers who dare to face the dark (with a flashlight and a snack).
Creep through the shadows. Listen for the scratching. Something is out there-and it knows you're reading this book.
The Monster Manual is not a bedtime story. It's a field guide to the beasts that slither, skulk, and stalk when the lights go out. Collected by vanished monster-hunters and forbidden to be printed-until now-these pages contain the truth grown-ups won't admit: monsters are real.
From vampires and goblins to witches and werewolves, this creep-tacular book serves as a guide to the history of monsters and offers information on how/where to find these mythical beings, as well as descriptions and tales of human contact with them over time. Complete with interactive elements like quizzes ("What's Your Monster Personality?"), activities/crafts (brew a witch's potion), and survival warnings from those who dared to hunt these creatures down, this compendium is your only hope-should you find yourself face-to-face with something that should not exist.
Creep through the shadows. Listen for the scratching. Something is out there-and it knows you're reading this book.
The Monster Manual is not a bedtime story. It's a field guide to the beasts that slither, skulk, and stalk when the lights go out. Collected by vanished monster-hunters and forbidden to be printed-until now-these pages contain the truth grown-ups won't admit: monsters are real.
From vampires and goblins to witches and werewolves, this creep-tacular book serves as a guide to the history of monsters and offers information on how/where to find these mythical beings, as well as descriptions and tales of human contact with them over time. Complete with interactive elements like quizzes ("What's Your Monster Personality?"), activities/crafts (brew a witch's potion), and survival warnings from those who dared to hunt these creatures down, this compendium is your only hope-should you find yourself face-to-face with something that should not exist.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Philadelphia
United States
Publishing group
Running Press,U.S.
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 8 to 12 years
Product notice
Trade binding
Illustrations
4C cover, 60 2C spot illustrations, ~4-5 full page 2C illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
726 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-89414-255-5 (9798894142555)
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Sarah Glenn Marsh
The Monster Manual
The Ultimate Guide to Werewolves, Goblins, and Other Wicked Creatures
E-Book
approx. 07/2026
Running Press
€7.99
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Persons
USA Today bestselling author Sarah Glenn Marsh has written numerous young adult, middle grade, and picture books. She is also the author of the How to Spot series at Running Press Kids. Her Irish heritage has inspired a love of fairy folklore and fantastical storytelling from a young age. She lives with her husband, daughter, four dogs, several fish, and two birds in Richmond, Virginia. Visit her online at www.sarahglennmarsh.com and let her know if you've ever spotted a monster in the wild!
Justine Wollman is an illustrator, designer, and founder of Bad Bean Studio, based in Los Angeles. She blends bold design with expressive illustration and a love of storytelling to create work that connects with audiences of all kinds. Her projects span everything from NFL and concert posters to national park collaborations and brand campaigns, all rooted in bold curiosity and creative problem-solving. Before launching her own studio, Justine graduated from the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University and collaborated with designer Jon Contino on projects for clients such as Disney and Hulu. Through Bad Bean Studio, she partners with teams, bands, and brands across the country, crafting visuals that balance grit and heart.
Justine Wollman is an illustrator, designer, and founder of Bad Bean Studio, based in Los Angeles. She blends bold design with expressive illustration and a love of storytelling to create work that connects with audiences of all kinds. Her projects span everything from NFL and concert posters to national park collaborations and brand campaigns, all rooted in bold curiosity and creative problem-solving. Before launching her own studio, Justine graduated from the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University and collaborated with designer Jon Contino on projects for clients such as Disney and Hulu. Through Bad Bean Studio, she partners with teams, bands, and brands across the country, crafting visuals that balance grit and heart.
Content
Table of Contents:
Introduction: Monsters Among Us
PART ONE
Lucky Charms: Protection Against the Supernatural
Creature Feature: Monsters in Popular Media
Van Helsing and Friends: Famous Monster Hunters
Introduction: Monsters Among Us
PART ONE
Lucky Charms: Protection Against the Supernatural
Creature Feature: Monsters in Popular Media
Van Helsing and Friends: Famous Monster Hunters
PART TWO: THE MEGA MONSTER COMPENDIUM
Afancs
Basilisks
Bigfeet
Bugbears
Chupacabras
Cockatrices
Cucuys
Cyclopes
Dragons
Ghosts
Ghouls
Goblins
Golems
Gorgons
Gremlins
Hags
Hinkypunks
Ifrits
Imps
Krakens
Krampuses
La Llorona
Leprechauns
Manticores
Minotaurs
Mothman
Nagas
Nessies
Ogres
Omulkade
Rompos
Rougarous
Serpents
Vampires
Werewolves
Witches
Woodwoses
Yalles
Zombies
PART THREE: WICKED FUN ACTIVITIES AND QUIZZES
Quiz: What's Your Monster Personality?
Quiz: Which Famous Monster Hunter Are You?
Brew a Witch's Potion
Create a Protective Charm
Build a Haunted House
Identify Monster Tracks
Monster Makeup Looks
Acknowledgements