OK, these are (still) great reads - so you don't have to think of these books as just decor pieces!
But I have to admit that the grey and black covers display wonderfully for Halloween. These are 1970s hardcovers, in good clean condition.
The stories are classic suspense / mystery drama. Some old favorites, and a few which are seldom heard of these days though really they should be. If you like a little scary without full blown horror, you'll love these books.