Book Series · 6 Books

Simon and Chester Books

In order from Super Detectives! to Super Business!.

Simon, an enthusiastic ghost, and Chester, his human best friend, turn mysteries, sleepovers, family questions, and ghostly mishaps into comic adventures.

Reviewed by the Bookroo Editors Updated August 19, 2026

Reading order

How to Read the Simon and Chester Books

Read the six early graphic novels in numbered order. The adventures are accessible individually, but recurring friends and changes in Simon and Chester's relationship carry across the series.

Sources: Penguin Random House: Simon and Chester series.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

Short chapters, expressive full-color panels, and frequent visual jokes make this a friendly bridge into longer graphic novels.

Ghost traps, the threat of a void, and spooky characters create mild suspense, while friendship jealousy and family feelings provide the emotional stakes. Humor and reassurance keep the tone light.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1248

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Super Detectives!

By Cale Atkinson

Two friends start a detective agency and take on their first case, a mysterious pug named Roy.

64 pages· 1,896 words· Est. 29 min read

5.5/7 Bookroo

$12.99Save 4%

Hardcover

Summary: Simon, a ghost, and Chester, a kid, are best friends who despise chores but love solving mysteries. In their first adventure, they face a mystery of a lifetime, promising laughter and unexpected twists. Will they crack the case while indulging in their favorite snacks? Join this quirky duo as they navigate a world of fun and intrigue, where friendship and humor are their greatest tools. Perfect for fans of Bad Guys and Dog Man, this graphic novel promises a delightful journey with an odd couple you won't forget.

In reading order

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A ghost trap snares Chester. Can rivals unite to save him from the void?

#6 in Series

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$1348

Super Business!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2025

Can two friends match kids with ghosts and make everyone happy?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Simon and Chester series?

There are 6 books in the Simon and Chester series. It began with Super Detectives! in 2021, and the newest book, Super Business!, was published in 2025.