The Haunted Hound

Standing Tall Mysteries

by Anne E. Schraff

A mysterious dog that shows up each time Gerardo is threatened by bullies gives Gerardo the courage to stand up to them

49 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1995

About the author

Anne Elaine Schraff grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. She received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from California State University at Northridge and taught high school for ten years.

Anne paid her way through college by writing short stories for magazines. Since college she has written hundreds of stories and over eighty books including historical fiction, biographies, science books, and her favorite, fictional books for young people. She is published as both Anne Schraff and Anne E. Schraff.

Her background, which she describes as "multicultural, lower middle-class neighborhood, including African Americans, Mexican Americans, Arab Americans, and Filipino Americans," is her greatest inspiration when writing.

Reviews

[Nader Nate]

The Haunted Hound is a short, light read.
The story is simple but engaging, and the main character’s quick development makes the ending surprisingly touching. The book isn’t deeply complex or scary, but its straightforward atmosphere and easy writing make it enjoyable. If you want a brief, fun
story without intense horror, this is a good pick.
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Verdict
(6.8/10)