Casper Digest #8
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Halloween Howl [Part One]," Audrey finds herself caught in a strange situation after her teacher assigns a class report on a witnessed event—leading her to recount an awkward moment she can't quite forget. With a mix of humor and mild suspense, the story unfolds through the eyes of a kid who’s just trying to do her homework, all drawn in Al Kurzrok’s expressive, classic Harvey style. The cover by Ken Selig captures the playful spookiness of the season, perfectly setting the tone for a tale that’s equal parts funny and oddly unsettling.
In "The Great Halloween Uprising [Part Two]," the Ghostly Trio teams up with the spooky spirits of Halloween to stop the Candy Train from reaching the Enchanted Forest—where sweets could spoil the season’s tricks. With mischief in the air and candy on the line, the ghosts must outwit the festive invasion before it’s too late.
In "My Han Is Tied," Jo’s little brother vanishes during a storm, sending her into a frantic search with her friends Audrey and Melvin. When they track him to a creaky old house on the edge of town, the trio discovers more than just shadows—they meet a few unexpected souls who might hold the key to finding him.
Richie, Freckles, and Reggie set out to explore the old house Mr. Rich just bought, hoping to find the legendary treasure rumored to be hidden inside. But they’re not the only ones with a map—two crooks are already there, digging through the dusty rooms with the same goal in mind.
When Hot Stuff stumbles into a candy factory on a whim, his clumsy antics send sweets flying and machines spinning—but his chaotic energy accidentally invents a new treat. Though he storms off in frustration, the factory owners are convinced this accidental creation could be a sweet sensation.
In "Keenly Observe!", Audrey finds herself in a sticky situation when her teacher assigns a report on a witnessed event—only to realize she’s seen something far too embarrassing to ignore. When her honest account earns her an A, she’s left wondering if the teacher’s sudden kindness is a reward… or a quiet plea for silence.
In "The Witches Wish," Wendy, fed up with the Witch Sisters' constant bossiness and mischief, makes the bold decision to leave their coven for good. Soon after her departure, the sisters find themselves unexpectedly missing her and begin to reflect on their past together—leading them to wonder if they might want her back.
When a witches' convention gathers near her home, Pearl dons a witch mask and accidentally frightens the visiting witches away—only to find them returning, hesitant but impressed, to offer her the role of head witch.
Spooky tries to win Pearl’s attention by mimicking the refined manners of her new boyfriend, the suave Highbrow Haunt, but his efforts only lead to awkward moments—until Pearl reveals she never found Highbrow as impressive as she thought.
Casper takes a curious new friend home—Benny Blob, a gooey little creature with a big heart and an even bigger knack for chaos. As odd happenings pile up around the house, Casper struggles to believe his new pal could be behind the mess, even as things start to get… sticky.
In "The Quick Change Artist [Part Two]," Casper grows increasingly uneasy as strange occurrences ripple through the Enchanted Forest, prompting its residents to consider leaving. As rumors spread and the mystery deepens, Casper resolves to keep a closer eye on Benny Blob, whose odd behavior has become harder to ignore.
In "A Visit to Blobland [Part Three]," Casper must act fast when he learns Benny and his blob friends are planning to move into the Enchanted Forest after its current inhabitants vacate. With clever thinking and a little help from his ghostly instincts, Casper races to protect the forest by sealing off Blobland’s entrance—before it’s too late.
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↩ Reprints Rags Rabbit #15 (1953), Spooky #15 (1957), Spooky #17 (1958), Little Dot #51 (1959), Little Lotta #25 (1959), Baby Huey, the Baby Giant #35 (1961), Hot Stuff, the Little Devil #42 (1961), Spooky #80 (1964), The Friendly Ghost, Casper #103 (1967), Spooky Spooktown #23 (1968), Playful Little Audrey #85 (1969), The Friendly Ghost, Casper #136 (1969), Playful Little Audrey #88 (1970), Richie Rich Fortunes #14 (1974), TV Casper & Co. #46 (1974), Richie Rich Fortunes #32 (1977)
Reprinted in Casper Digest #18 (1991)
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