It Lurks

Middle schooler Ernie Banoks is just trying to survive Halloween mayhem, family drama, and creepy neighbors. But when his brother hands him a mysterious book about an urban legend called "SmileFace," strange things start happening. Cryptic messages, moving objects, and a spooky ink message lead Ernie to wonder if the legend is real—or if something even darker is lurking. Packed with humor and mystery, Ernie Banoks: It Lurks is a hilarious and spooky adventure for fans of creepy tales and middle school chaos.