Christian McKay Heidicker's "Scary Stories for Young Foxes" delivers a unique and darkly enchanting collection of interwoven fables. This Newbery Honor book introduces Mia and Uly, two young foxes facing the harsh realities of a world filled with danger and betrayal. Forced to confront their fears and navigate treacherous landscapes, their journey is narrated through unsettling campfire stories told by a sinister old storyteller. Blending classic animal fables with genuinely terrifying horror, Heidicker crafts a compelling narrative about courage, cunning, and the true cost of survival in a perilous natural world.