Book Series · 27 Books

Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol Books

In order from The Haunted House Next Door to Beast Mode Unleashed.

The Haunted House Next Door
Ghosts Don't Ride Bikes, Do They?
Surf's Up, Creepy Stuff!
Night of the Zombie Zookeeper
The Scary Library Shusher
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Haunted House Next Door
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

The Haunted House Next Door

By Andres Miedoso, Victor Rivas (Illustrator)

A boy moves to a new town and discovers his house is haunted by a ghost who loves to play tricks and cause trouble

128 pages· 4,604 words· Est. 52 min read
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Summary: In the eerie town of Kersville, Desmond Cole, an eight-year-old ghost patrol leader, faces supernatural challenges with his best friend, Andres Miedoso. While Desmond is fearless, Andres is scared of everything. Together, they confront mischievous spirits and unravel spooky mysteries. Can Andres overcome his fears to help Desmond keep the town safe from ghostly chaos? Dive into their adventures and discover if courage can triumph over fear in a world where the supernatural is just next door.
In reading order

Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol Series

27 books · Published 2017–2025

#1
#1 in Series
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The Haunted House Next Door

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

A boy moves to a new town and discovers his house is haunted by a ghost who loves to play tricks and cause trouble

#2

Ghosts Don't Ride Bikes, Do They?

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

A boy and his friend solve a mystery involving a haunted bike track and a ghost who loves to fix things

#3

Surf's Up, Creepy Stuff!

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018

A boy is forced to go to the beach with his friend's family, where they encounter mysterious creatures and a hidden treasure.

#4

Night of the Zombie Zookeeper

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018

Two friends investigate a mysterious zookeeper who may be a zombie

#5

The Scary Library Shusher

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2018

Two friends investigate paranormal activity in their local library

#6

Major Monster Mess

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2018

Two friends uncover the truth behind their school's mysterious cafeteria and its unusual staff.

#7
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The Sleepwalking Snowman

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019

A boy and his friends investigate a mysterious snowman that comes to life and starts chasing them

#8
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Campfire Stories

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019

A boy goes on a camping trip with his family and friends, where they tell scary stories and encounter supernatural events

#9
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Now Museum, Now You Don't

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019

Mummies vanish from a museum. Can the mystery be solved?

#10

Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2020

Two friends try to stop a dancing ghoul from ruining their school dance

#11

Escape from the Roller Ghoster

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2020

Two friends visit an amusement park that is haunted by ghosts who are cutting in line and causing problems for the living visitors.

#12
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Beware the Werewolf

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Two friends try to rescue a puppy from a dogcatcher who turns out to be a werewolf

#13

The Vampire Ate My Homework

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2021

A boy and his best friend navigate a series of strange events at their haunted school.

#14

Who Wants I Scream?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Two friends try to find a way to get ice cream when their favorite ice cream truck is on vacation, but things take a strange turn when a mysterious ice cream man appears

#15
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The Bubble Gum Blob

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

A new bubble gum turns into a biting blob menace.

#16
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Mermaid You Look

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Two friends visit an aquarium and discover a mysterious mermaid who is using her singing to control the minds of the grown-ups

#17
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A Troll Lot of Trouble

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022

Two friends try to retrieve a lost drone from a troll who demands they answer three riddles to cross a bridge

#18
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The Show Must Demon!

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2023

A school play turns terrifying when a demon takes the stage.

#19
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Never a Doll Moment

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2023

A slumber party turns eerie with haunted dolls lurking in the shadows.

#20
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Time to Clown Around

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

A boy and his friend attend a town celebration that features clowns, but things take a strange turn when a ghost clown appears

#21
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The Witch Get Witcher

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2024

Is the school principal a good witch or a hex-casting menace?

#22
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I'm Your Biggest Phantom

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2024

A fan's devotion turns eerie. Is he a superfan or a super phantom?

#23
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Hold on to Your Heads!

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2024

A haunted mannequin in a thrift store wants more than just your old clothes.

#24
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Night Night, Sweet Screams

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2025

Nightmares become reality, and waking up is just the beginning.

#25
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Double Creature Feature

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

A movie monster escapes the screen. Can the Ghost Patrol save the day?

#26
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Beast Mode Unleashed

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

A pet-sitting gig spirals into chaos when a toy poodle becomes a three-headed monster.

#27
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The Big Brain Storm

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9

A school project tests a duo's teamwork amidst a brewing brainstorm.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series?

There are 27 books in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series. It began with The Haunted House Next Door in 2017, and the newest book, Beast Mode Unleashed, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol books in?

Start with The Haunted House Next Door and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #27.

What ages are the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol to life.

01

Andres Miedoso

Author
02

Victor Rivas

Illustrator

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