How To Make A Monster is the third compilation album by the American rock band the Cramps.

Comprising rare, previously-unreleased tracks, the release is a 2-CD set that includes a 28-page book with extensive liner notes by members Lux Interior and Poison Ivy, as well as rare and previously unseen photos and flyers from their personal collection.

Disc 1 contains 1976 rehearsal material, some 1982 studio demos with Terry Graham of the Gun Club on drums, and several other previously unreleased studio recordings.

Disc 2 contains two historic live performances of relatively poor recording quality, both from very early in the band's career (one at Max's Kansas City and the other at CBGB).

All songs by Lux Interior and Poison Ivy Rorschach, except where otherwise noted Summer 1976 October 1976 1981 Rehearsal 1982 A&M Studio 1988 Rehearsal 1988 Home Demo Live at Max's Kansas City, 1/14/77 Live at CBGB, 1/13/78