This crossover thriller will keep both older teens and their parents up at night (with the lights on). After Luke's parents are murdered, he ends up at The Institute in a room identical to his own. He soon learns that his parents died because of his extranormal gift and that all the resident students possess similar talents, which the administrators force them to share with the government. Terrifying. What's your favorite spooky story?

Do you know a teacher who would like to have an award-winning author talk with their students? For a limited time at no cost, Julane Fisher, one of my critique partners and author of Sour Lemon and Sweet Tea and Sour Lemon Strikes Out, will deliver a timely presentation and chat with students in grades 4-12. Topics include: How to Write Fiction, Implementing Literary Elements in Creative Writing, and Writing Essays that Stand Out. She also has an anti-bullying message. Each chat aligns with ELA standards. For more information, email Julane directly.