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A Conversation with the Creators of ‘The Haunted Playground’

October 27, 2026

What happens on Halloween night after the trick-or-treating is done, the kids are asleep, and the evening quiets? The ghosts come out to play. In “The Haunted Playground,” author R.J. Palacio and illustrator Brett Helquist have fashioned a ghostly picture book for young readers who want to partake in the scary part of Halloween without it being too creepy. We spoke with them about “The Haunted Playground,” their love of Halloween, their library memories, and more.

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How I Library episode 35 with John Carpenter and Sandy King

HOW I LIBRARY EPISODE 35: John Carpenter and Sandy King

In episode 35 of the “How I Library” podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with husband-and-wife team of filmmaker John Carpenter (“Halloween,” “The Thing,” “Big Trouble in Little China”) and comic book publisher Sandy King about their award-winning horror and sci-fi publishing company, Storm King Comics.

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What Libraries Do

Libraries are more than books. From teaching critical literacy skills to protecting your rights, today’s libraries are dynamic and essential community hubs.

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For Book Lovers

Library users are passionate readers, and we’ve got resources for all varieties of book lovers.

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School Libraries

Schools with a strong school library program ensure their students have the best chance to succeed.

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Fight Censorship

Libraries and schools are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to remove books from their shelves.

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Library Card Sign-up Month

No matter what your tastes are, a library card hits all the right notes. Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September!

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Libraries are the heart of every community, but not everyone realizes their impact. Get involved to ensure libraries thrive for all.

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