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There’s a Ghost in This House

Oliver Jeffers

Ages 5–10

Readers rate it 4.4 (10 on Hardcover)

44 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026

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Oliver Jeffers' illustrated picture book uses a ghost as a gentle, whimsical device rather than a source of genuine terror. The story emphasizes friendship, acceptance, and understanding across differences, with warm illustrations typical of Jeffers' style. While the ghost premise might create mild unease for very young or sensitive readers, the overall tone is cozy and reassuring rather than frightening.

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Shelved under

  • Fantasy
  • Young Adult
  • Juvenile Fiction
  • Ghost stories
  • Children's fiction
  • Ghosts, fiction
  • nyt:picture-books=2021-11-21
  • New York Times bestseller

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ISBN 9780008298357 · HarperCollins Publishers Limited

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