Book Series · 3 Books

The World of Gustavo Books

In order from Gustavo, the Shy Ghost to Vlad.

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Leila, the Perfect Witch
Vlad
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Leila, the Perfect Witch
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Sale price
$1797
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

By Flavia Z. Drago

A shy ghost named Gustavo tries to make friends by inviting other monsters to a violin concert.

34 pages· 381 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts
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Summary: Gustavo, a shy ghost, excels at ghostly feats but struggles to make friends. As the Day of the Dead nears, he must find a way to be seen and share his love for music. Will Gustavo's bravery help him connect with other monsters and overcome his loneliness? Dive into a whimsical tale of courage and friendship, where vivid illustrations bring to life a world of ghouls and goblins.
In reading order

The World of Gustavo Series

3 books · Published 2020–2023

#1
Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
Sale price
$1797

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

A shy ghost named Gustavo tries to make friends by inviting other monsters to a violin concert.

#2
Leila, the Perfect Witch
Sale price
$1697

Leila, the Perfect Witch

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

A witch excels at everything but baking. Can she master the kitchen?

#3
Vlad
Sale price
$1697

Vlad

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2023

A vampire hides his rosy cheeks until a friend's secret changes everything.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the World of Gustavo series?

There are 3 books in the World of Gustavo series. It began with Gustavo, the Shy Ghost in 2020, and the newest book, Vlad, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the World of Gustavo books in?

Start with Gustavo, the Shy Ghost and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the World of Gustavo books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The World of Gustavo to life.

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Flavia Z. Drago

Author & Illustrator

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