20 Horror Poems and One Absurd Song

An exquisite and unsettling work that fuses the powerful, evocative poetry of Victoria Bayona with Juan Chavetta’s haunting, vintage-style illustrations. This is not a conventional horror book, but an award-winning literary piece of the highest quality—an invitation for young readers to confront their fears through the beauty of language and art.
The book explores the realm of horror from the perspective of childhood, bringing to life the terrors that lurk in the darkness of the bedroom, in the mirror at midnight, or in the depths of the imagination. With chilling precision, Bayona captures that uncanny feeling we all experienced as children, transforming it into narrative poems that are at once delicate and terrifying.
Chavetta’s illustrations, with their detailed linework and muted, shadowy palette, immerse us in the book’s eerie and mesmerizing atmosphere.
The final “absurd song” serves as a brilliant counterpoint: a burst of dark humor that eases the accumulated tension, showcasing the authors’ versatility. A must-have for the brave and for all lovers of great stories.

Key points

• Award-winning book, recognized by IBBY Argentina and Cuatrogatos Foundation.
• High-quality narrative poetry that approaches horror from a smart and respectful child’s perspective.
• Unique, one-of-a-kind illustrations that will captivate children, adults, and horror-genre collectors alike.
• Perfect for read-aloud sessions—ideal for a camping night around the fire.