Stop That Witch!

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Author(s)

Alastair Heim

Publisher

Tiger Tales

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Release Date

July 01, 2025

ISBN

978-1664300699

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A funny, rhyming detective chase set at Halloween, perfect for children ages 3-7.

When a mysterious someone steals Detective Cluehound's Halloween candy, he and his sidekick, Sergeant Squirrel, are on the case. But will the two be able to track down the thief before Halloween is over?

It's Halloween, and Dog Detective Cluehound and Sergeant Squirrel are enjoying their candy after a night of trick-or-treating. But when they turn their backs for a moment, a cackling someone swoops in and steals their bucket of treats!

Thus begins a chase to apprehend the thief. Wherever they look, the witch is one step ahead until—POOF—she disappears. Is Halloween ruined for poor Detective Cluehound?

But wait--there appears to be a surprise waiting for the hapless detective in his office....

Readers of Tiger Tales’ Stop That! series join Detective Cluehound and Sergeant Squirrel on an exciting chase to catch a thief whose identity, while hinted at through the clever artwork, is known to the reader but not the detective!

Editor reviews

2 reviews

delightful rhyming adventure

October 12, 2025 (Updated: June 30, 2026)

Overall rating

4.8

Plot

4.0

Characters

5.0

Writing Style

5.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

STOP THAT WITCH! is a delightful, rhyming picture book. A detective has his Halloween treat bucket stolen by a witch, who is on the run! He chases after her and nearly catches her as she goes around town. In the end, she escapes him, but leaves a fresh bucket of Halloween treats.

What I loved: This is perfect for fans of the HOW TO CATCH series with a slightly different take on a supernatural hunt. Here, a detective is chasing after a witch who has stolen his Halloween candy bucket. The story includes many fall-themed stops, such as a corn maze and a costume shop. He frequently gets close, but she always makes her escape. The ending was satisfying with the detective getting lots of a treats and a note that implies this was a fun game for all.

The illustrations are great with lots of details and color, plus all sorts of settings and the witch to hunt in each scene. The Halloween spirit shines through each page spread. The text has a fantastic rhythm and rhyme that really rolls off the tongue and is very fun to hear aloud.

Final verdict: STOP THAT WITCH! is a fun picture book romp that will appeal to young readers who enjoy Halloween, rhyming, and a touch of silliness.

Olivia Farr, Staff Reviewer Top 10 Reviewer 2402 reviews

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A fast past halloween treat

June 07, 2025 (Updated: June 30, 2026)

Overall rating

4.5

Plot

4.0

Characters

5.0

Writing Style

4.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

Stop That Witch is a fun detective and children's illustrated novel that will get young ones to read for some trick-or-treating fun. Detective Cluehouns is all ready for Halloween trick or treating when a crafty witch steals his bucket of Halloween candy; what unfolds is a fun romp through various Halloween activities. The illustrations are bold and bright, and the length of the story is perfect for a quick storytelling session.