Boo the Library Ghost

Written and illustrated by Becky Paige

A ghost haunts the library, but a brave girl might know how to help him.

4.2 Goodreads · 338 ratings

32 pages· 594 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD670L

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Bookroo's summary

In a haunted library, Boo the ghost scares everyone away, casting shadows and causing chaos. But young Poppy, determined to read in peace, suspects Boo's antics hide a deeper desire. As she uncovers Boo's secret wish to learn to read, Poppy sets out to teach him, transforming the mischievous spirit into the friendliest library ghost. Can Poppy's courage and kindness turn fear into friendship and restore harmony to her beloved library? Discover a heartwarming tale of unexpected bonds and the magic of books.

From the publisher

Boo the ghost spends his days haunting the local library and scaring everyone away. But little Poppy thinks she may know why Boo is acting so scary, and she knows just how to fix it! The library is haunted! Beware of the ghost!Frightening children is what Boo loves doing most. The library is Poppy’s favorite place to go but it’s haunted by a ghost named Boo who loves to frighten visitors away. Boo casts eerie shadows, rips out pages, and knocks books off the shelves. However, brave Poppy refuses to leave–she just wants to read in peace! Poppy soon realizes why Boo is acting out and she knows just how to help him. Boo the Library Ghost is an adorable picture book that follows one rambunctious ghost who really just wants to learn how to read. Poppy is there to teach Boo how to read and soon enough he becomes the friendliest library ghost around! This sweet story is the perfect read all year long and is a celebration of the joy of reading and a love of books.

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