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      Scary Staff Picks

      by BehindTheShelvesOctober 17, 2018

      A reading list created by HfxPL_Adults

      We love curling up under a warm blanket with a mug of tea and a truly terrifying story. Here are some of our staff members' favourites. Happy hauntings!












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