Maud and the Ghoul Scout Campout

Maud, the sweet little vampire, is back to join her scout troop on an ever-so-gently spooky adventure in the woods – but her scary campfire story has some gigantic competition!

The endearing Maud and her friends are eager to earn their Young Naturalist badges in this follow-up to Maud and the Very Eventful Week. After a brief setback when Maud’s suspiciously heavy backpack proves to be full of stowaway critters and ghosties (“This is a Scouts-only trip,” she chides), Maud is off to the camp with her trusty handbook, ready to spot creatures in the wild, forage for mushrooms, follow tracks, start a fire, and snack on smooshy marshmallows. But when it’s Maud’s turn to tell a tale around the fire, and she’s more than ready to scare the patoots out of everyone . . . CREAK! SNAP! What could be out there that’s even scarier than Maud’s story? Pack up your fire-starting salamander for this slightly gothic tale, where the delight is in the details as illustrations portray Maud and her friends among familiar objects and activities of childhood—with just enough of a quirky twist to please the young vampire lovers among us.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs