The Haunted House

The tales and travels of the Sugar Creek Gang have passed the test of time, delighting young readers for more than fifty years. Great mysteries with a message, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the faith-building adventures of a group of fun-loving, courageous Christian boys. Your kids will be thrilled, chilled, and inspired to grow as they follow the legendary escapades of Bill Collins, Dragonfly, and the rest of the gang and see how they struggle with the application of their Christian faith to the adventure of life.Way up on a hill on Old Man Paddler's property stands an old house that many people think is haunted. A late night raccoon hunt with dogs from Circus's dad help the gang get to the bottom of the mystery. What will the boys discover in the dark attic of the haunted house? Reflect with Bill on the meaning of the Bible verse "... absent from the body... at home with the Lord".

Way up on a hill on Old Man Paddler's property stands an old house that many people think is haunted.  A late night raccoon hunt with dogs from Circus's dad helps the gang get to the bottom of the mystery.  What will the boys discover in the dark attic of the haunted house?  Reflect with Bill on the meaning of the Bible verse "...absent from the body...at home with the Lord."

The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the faith-building adventures of a group of fun-loving, courageous Christian boys.  These classic stories have been inspiring children to grow in their faith for more than five decades.  More than three million copies later, children continue to grow up relating to members of the gang as they struggle with the application of their Christian faith to the adventure of life.

Now that these stories have been updated for a new generation, you and your child can join in the Sugar Creek excitement.


Paul Hutchens's memories of childhood adventures around the fishing hole, the swimming hole, the island, and the woods that surround Indiana's Sugar Creek inspired these beloved tales.