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Cassandra Peterson, the actress and personality known for her campy alter-ego Elvira, is releasing a new entertaining guide, Elvira's Cookbook from Hell

The book features dozens of whimsical recipes like Spook-Ghetti and Eyeballs, plus craft ideas and hosting tips

Peterson tells PEOPLE about her labor of love — and the "two big reasons" she doesn't dress up as the iconic character these days

Cassandra Peterson , a.k.a. Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, is emerging from the shadows and stepping into the kitchen.

Elvira’s Cookbook from Hell , available Tuesday, Sept. 30, features crafts, hosting tips and recipes that embody the star’s irreverent and campy style.

“For years and years and years, I had wanted to do this, more of an entertaining guide for the goth crowd. Not s

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