About the book
From the acclaimed author of Nightbooks and The Thickety comes a spooky series, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Adam Gidwitz, and Stranger Things!
Cordelia Liu knew Shadow School was going to be different. Still, she didn’t expect the school grounds to be filled with ghosts.
Cordelia soon realizes she’s not the only one who can see the ghosts; her new friend Benji can too. Together with super-smart Agnes, the trio are determined to find out why the ghosts are there, and whether there’s a way to set them free.
But the school was created with more sinister intentions, and someone is willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure that the ghosts remain trapped forever.
Check out the book that School Library Journal called a “delightful blend of friendship, suspense, and spectral sightings [that] belongs on most shelves!”
- Perfect for Halloween reading
- Features light scares
- A charming cozy seasonal pick
Editions of Shadow School #1: Archimancy
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062838292
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062838315
Read an Excerpt
From the acclaimed author of Nightbooks and The Thickety comes a spooky series, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Adam Gidwitz, and Stranger Things!
Cordelia Liu knew Shadow School was going to be different. Still, she didn’t expect the school grounds to be filled with ghosts.
Cordelia soon realizes she’s not the only one who can see the ghosts; her new friend Benji can too. Together with super-smart Agnes, the trio are determined to find out why the ghosts are there, and whether there’s a way to set them free.
But the school was created with more sinister intentions, and someone is willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure that the ghosts remain trapped forever.
Check out the book that School Library Journal called a “delightful blend of friendship, suspense, and spectral sightings [that] belongs on most shelves!”
- Perfect for Halloween reading
- Features light scares
- A charming cozy seasonal pick
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow School #1: Archimancy about?
From the acclaimed author of Nightbooks and The Thickety comes a spooky series, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Adam Gidwitz, and Stranger Things!
Cordelia Liu knew Shadow School was going to be different. Still, she didn’t expect the school grounds to be filled with ghosts.
Cordelia soon realizes she’s not the only one who can see the ghosts; her new friend Benji can too. Together with super-smart Agnes, the trio are determined to find out why the ghosts are there, and whether there’s a way to set them free.
But the school was created with more sinister intentions, and someone is willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure that the ghosts remain trapped forever.
Check out the book that School Library Journal called a “delightful blend of friendship, suspense, and spectral sightings [that] belongs on most shelves!”
- Perfect for Halloween reading
- Features light scares
- A charming cozy seasonal pick
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Shadow School #1: Archimancy?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories
Where can I read a sample of Shadow School #1: Archimancy?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062838292
Is Shadow School #1: Archimancy part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Shadow School
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Shadow School #1: Archimancy?
J. A. White
Who is the Publisher of the book Shadow School #1: Archimancy?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Shadow School #1: Archimancy is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062838292) and ebook(ISBN 9780062838315)
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