Books About Afterlife

The Best Afterlife Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about afterlife? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Afterlife

Dog Heaven
Sale price
$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1995

Dog Heaven

Discover a heavenly realm where dogs find eternal joy and comfort.

40 pages· 479 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.5 Goodreads · 2,503 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a heartwarming tale, explore a dog's journey to a paradise filled with endless fields and irresistible treats. This comforting story offers solace to those grieving a beloved pet, painting a vivid picture of a canine afterlife where joy never ends. Will this heavenly haven bring peace to those left behind?
Warriors: Cats of the Clans
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2008

Warriors: Cats of the Clans

Discover untold tales of legendary feline warriors and their hidden secrets.

90 pages· 12,315 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 10,008 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Dive into the world of feline warriors with vivid illustrations and stories of fierce leaders, wise healers, and mischievous kits. Uncover the secrets of loners, rogues, and kittypets in this captivating guide. Perfect for new fans and a must-have for devoted followers, this book reveals the hidden lives and epic tales of the cats that shape the clans. What mysteries will you uncover in their untold stories?
Burned
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$1235
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2010

Burned

A shattered soul, a secret, and a race against time to save a friend.

336 pages· 104,637 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 167,746 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Zoey's soul is shattered, and her friends must navigate their own chaos to save her. Stark seeks a way to reach her, while Stevie Rae hides a secret that could be the key. Meanwhile, Aphrodite's visions and newfound voice of the goddess add to the turmoil. Can they unite to bring Zoey back, or will their own struggles doom them all?
Poultrygeist
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Poultrygeist

By Eric Geron, Pete Oswald (Illustrator)

A chicken's road-crossing leads to ghostly mischief on the Other Side.

32 pages· 247 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.7 Goodreads · 995 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: A little chicken's road-crossing ends in a spooky twist when it becomes a ghost on the Other Side. Now tasked with causing trouble, this fowl must decide if it can be a friendly ghost instead. With barnyard beasts and ghoulish humor, this tale promises laughs and shivers. Can Chicken find a way to haunt without harm? Let the haunting begin!
Unlikely Friends: A Branches Book
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8

Unlikely Friends: A Branches Book

A ghost-dinosaur's routine is disrupted by a goldfish ghost's ocean quest. Will he help her?

96 pages· 6,364 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cobble, a ghost-dinosaur, has wandered alone for eons, sticking to a strict routine. But when he meets Bonny, a goldfish ghost trapped in her fishbowl, his world is shaken. Bonny dreams of reaching the ocean, but Cobble fears breaking ghostly rules. As they embark on this unexpected journey, will Cobble risk everything to help Bonny, or will his fear of change hold him back? Dive into this whimsical tale of friendship and adventure, where the stakes are high, and the laughs are endless. Can Cobble embrace the unknown and help Bonny find her way home?
A Place Between
Graphic Nov.
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

A Place Between

By Tim Probert · Book #4 in the Lightfall series

A quest to restore light leads to a realm between life and death, revealing shocking truths.

256 pages· 5,556 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,561 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cad and Bea's quest to save their dark world takes them to a mysterious realm between life and death. Cad seeks the elusive Water Spirit, while Bea faces unexpected revelations in the capital city. As they navigate ancient secrets and uncertain futures, their discoveries could change everything. Can they restore light before it's too late?