This Halloween there's a new house in town

When a mysterious house appears on Halloween, the neighborhood children are in for a treat. And not just any treat…because when the strange owner starts handing out candy, each child is struck with visions of their deepest desires. But when two of the boys demand more than their share of sweets, the trick's on them, because the man with the magic candy is already waiting, and he’s no man at all.

Brilliant, bewitching illustrations

Deliciously dark artwork on every page

Available in paperback & ebook


House Thirty-One is available in paperback for $12.99 and ebook for only $2.99. Order now before Halloween to get the best deal!

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Frequently Asked Questions


The official reading level of House Thirty-One is ages 5 - 8. That said, many reviewers mention that this book is great for all ages. The vocabulary is extensive, which makes for a good challenge. It's also a good opportunity for parents who are reading together with their child to offer a learning experience and introduce some vocabulary.

Both paperback and ebook versions of House Thirty-One are available exclusively on Amazon.

No worries! House Thirty-One is available on most Amazon marketplaces—not just Amazon.com. It is also available on Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.au, Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it, Amazon.es, and more.

Even though the House Thirty-One eBook is available exclusively on Amazon, you don't need an Amazon Kindle to read it. You can download the Kindle App on your phone, iPad, or other tablet and access it just as easily. The app works on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC.

No, not real violence. Some of the humor includes cartoon violence, but it's nothing you wouldn’t see on Bugs Bunny.

Unfortunately, boxed sets are not currently available. We hope to offer this one day.

Yes, but D. Melhoff's public readings are often sporadic and unpublicized. There's a better chance of hearing him read on social media, so follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and anything else that pops up over the years.

The best way to help support House Thirty-One is by leaving reviews and spreading the word on social media. Every review helps. If you're not camera shy, film a quick video review on your phone and send it to dmelhoff@gmail.com. We may feature it in future marketing.

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