Books About Ghosts · 762 titles considered

The Best Ghosts Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about ghosts? 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 10 Favorite Books About Ghosts

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2008

The Graveyard Book

By Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean (Illustrator)

A boy raised by ghosts must face dangers beyond the graveyard.

Newbery Medal (2009)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2009)Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing (2010)

354 pages· 67,418 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 570,252 ratings

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Summary: In a graveyard, Bod, a boy raised by ghosts, learns ancient secrets and ghostly skills. But beyond the cemetery's safety, the man Jack, who killed his family, awaits. Can Bod navigate the living and the dead's worlds, facing both wonders and perils? As he grows, Bod must confront his past and the threats that lurk outside his spectral home. Will he find his place among the living, or will the graveyard's mysteries consume him? Discover Bod's journey in a tale where the boundaries between life and death blur.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2017

Long Way Down

By Jason Reynolds

A boy faces a life-altering choice in an elevator ride haunted by ghosts of the past.

Coretta Scott King Award (2018)Newbery Medal (2018)

306 pages· 10,177 words· Est. 57 min read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 142,281 ratings

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Summary: Fifteen-year-old Will is on a mission for revenge after his brother Shawn's murder. Armed with a gun, he steps into an elevator, determined to find his brother's killer. But as the elevator descends, Will is visited by ghosts from his past, each revealing unsettling truths about Shawn and the cycle of violence. With each stop, Will's resolve is tested, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew. Will he follow the rules of revenge, or will the revelations change his path forever? Discover the gripping journey in 'Long Way Down.'

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1986

Wait Till Helen Comes

By Mary Downing Hahn

A ghostly friend lures children to a watery fate. Can Heather be saved?

184 pages· 37,186 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 26,547 ratings

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Summary: Heather's new friend, Helen, is a ghost from a tragic past, haunting the graveyard and luring children to drown. As Heather's stepsibling, you're drawn into a chilling mystery. Can you protect Heather from the spectral danger lurking in the shadows, or will the past repeat itself? The stakes are life and death, and the truth is more terrifying than you can imagine.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1981

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

By Alvin Schwartz, Stephen Gammell (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Scary Stories series

Dare to explore chilling tales of horror and dark revenge that haunt the night.

128 pages· 8,924 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 73,871 ratings

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Summary: Enter a world where chilling tales and eerie legends come to life. This anthology of horror stories, accompanied by haunting illustrations, invites you to face dark revenge and supernatural events. Will you dare to uncover the secrets lurking in the shadows? Each story promises to send shivers down your spine and leave you questioning what lurks in the dark. Prepare for a journey into the unknown, where every page holds a new terror. Can you handle the fear?

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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 1985

The Mystery of the Pirate Ghost

By Geoffrey Hayes · Otto & Uncle series

Is a ghost haunting Boogle Bay? Otto and Uncle Tooth investigate.

48 pages· 2,096 words· Est. 24 min read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 162 ratings

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Summary: In Boogle Bay, young Otto the alligator and his Uncle Tooth face a puzzling mystery: is there really a ghost on the loose? As they dive into this high-spirited whodunit, they uncover clues and encounter unexpected twists. Can they solve the mystery before it's too late? Join Otto and Uncle Tooth on a thrilling adventure filled with humor and surprises, perfect for young readers eager to unravel the truth behind the ghostly happenings in their vibrant town. Will they catch the culprit, or is something more mysterious at play?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Small Spaces

By Katherine Arden · Book #1 in the Small Spaces series

A ghost story becomes real as Ollie races against time to escape a sinister specter.

216 pages· 43,944 words· Est. 5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 30,617 ratings

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Summary: Eleven-year-old Ollie finds solace in books after a tragic loss. When she discovers a ghost story about a sinister specter, her curiosity leads her to a chilling reality. On a school trip, she finds graves matching the tale, and a broken-down bus leaves her with a cryptic warning: "RUN." As night falls, Ollie and two classmates must navigate a haunted landscape, guided only by a mysterious countdown and eerie advice to "avoid large places." Will they escape the smiling man's grasp, or will their wishes come at a terrifying cost?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2018

Sam Wu Is Not Afraid of Ghosts

By Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Sam Wu Is Not Afraid series

Sam must face his fears when a ghost haunts his home.

240 pages· 13,989 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 489 ratings

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Summary: Sam Wu is determined to prove he's fearless after an embarrassing incident at the Space Museum. Inspired by his favorite show, Space Blasters, he sets out to confront the ghost rumored to haunt his house. As he navigates ghost hunting, escaped snakes, and sassy cats, can Sam show everyone, including himself, that he's braver than he seems? This humorous adventure explores courage and self-discovery in unexpected ways.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Spirit Hunters

By Ellen Oh · Book #1 in the Spirit Hunters series

A new home, eerie memories, and a brother acting strange. Can Harper uncover the haunting truth?

288 pages· 49,469 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,003 ratings

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Summary: Harper Raine, a seventh grader, moves into a house rumored to be haunted. Her brother, Michael, starts behaving oddly, triggering Harper's unsettling déjà vu. As eerie memories surface, Harper must unravel the mystery before it's too late. Can she confront the ghosts haunting her family and uncover the truth hidden in her past? Dive into a chilling adventure where every shadow holds a secret and every memory a clue.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1994

P. J. Funnybunny Camps Out

By Marilyn Sadler, Roger Bollen (Illustrator) · P.J. Funnybunny series

A group of friends go on a camping trip, but things don't go as planned.

32 pages· 335 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

3.9/5 Goodreads · 304 ratings

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Summary: When P.J. and his friends dismiss camping as a boys-only adventure, Donna and Honey Bunny insist on joining. But the trip takes a spooky turn when mysterious ghosts send the boys fleeing. Only the girls hold the secret to what really happened in the woods. Can they unravel the mystery and prove their courage?

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2011

The Name of the Star

By Maureen Johnson · Book #1 in the Shades of London series

A teen sees a killer no one else can. Can she escape becoming his next victim?

372 pages· 91,977 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 53,969 ratings

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Summary: Rory Deveaux, a Louisiana teen, arrives in London just as a series of murders mimicking Jack the Ripper's spree begins. She's the only witness who can see the suspect, making her his next target. As Rippermania grips the city, Rory discovers a hidden world of ghostly police and her own mysterious abilities. Can she unravel the truth before it's too late? Dive into this thrilling tale of suspense, humor, and unexpected romance, where the past and present collide in a deadly game.

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Ghosts Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about ghosts for the youngest readers and listeners.

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Teeny Tiny Ghost

Ages 0–3 · 2019

A tiny ghost seeks her voice and a friend in a spooky barn.

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Five Little Ghosts

Ages 2–5 · 2014

Five ghosts seek a playful haunt as night falls.

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Boo Who?

Ages 2–5 · 2017

A shy ghost struggles to fit in until a hidden talent emerges.

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Haunted Party

Ages 3–7 · 2009

Count eerie guests at a haunted house, then watch them flee in fright.

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The Itsy Bitsy Pumpkin

Ages 2–4 · 2014

A tiny pumpkin's journey home through a spooky street.

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Can You Tickle a Ghost?

Ages 0–3

Tickle Halloween characters and follow felt trails for spooky fun.

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1, 2, BOO!

Ages 0–5 · 2021

Count spooky creatures on a Halloween adventure.

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The Ghosts Go Marching

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Join costumed animals on a Halloween adventure with a surprise ending.

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Would You Rather? Halloween

Ages 2–4 · 2024

Choose your Halloween adventure: eight legs or wings, skeleton or monster? Dive into spooky fun!

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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Ages 2–5 · 2022

A schoolmaster faces a ghostly legend. Is it real or just a tale?

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Funny Little Ghost

Ages 1–5 · 2020

Help a little ghost find the perfect Halloween costume in a night of playful surprises.

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Five Little Ghosts

Ages 0–3

Join a playful ghost in a spooky twist on a classic rhyme.

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Ghosts Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about ghosts for preschool and elementary-age readers.

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The Right One for Roderic

Ages 5–7 · 2019

A ghost defies tradition to find his unique style.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Scrooge's icy heart melts with ghostly visits and Muppet mischief on Christmas Eve.

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Boo the Library Ghost

Ages 3–5 · 2024

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

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Wolfgang in the Meadow

Ages 4–8 · 2024

A ghost must choose between his dreams and the joy of home.

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The Bake Shop Ghost

Ages 4–7 · 2005

A ghostly baker haunts her old shop, but a new arrival might change everything.

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A Christmas Carol

Ages 4–8 · 2010

A miser's heart is transformed by ghostly visits on Christmas Eve.

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Ten Timid Ghosts

Ages 4–8 · 2000

Ten ghosts must outwit a witch to reclaim their haunted home.

In a Dark, Dark Room and Other Scary Stories

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In a Dark, Dark Room and Other Scary Stories

Ages 4–8 · 1984

Discover spooky tales that will send shivers down your spine.

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There's a Ghost in This House

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A girl searches her haunted house for elusive ghosts. Can you help her find them?

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Ghost Island

Ages 5–9 · 2021

Four dragons go on a camping trip to Ghost Island, where they encounter a basilisk and her babies, and get caught up in a ghostly haunting.

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A Haunted Halloween

Ages 5–9 · 2015

Zack faces eerie events that challenge his disbelief in ghosts this Halloween.

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No More Noisy Nights

Ages 5–7 · 2017

Can Jackson find peace amid noisy neighbors and finally sleep soundly?

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Ghosts Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about ghosts for developing and independent readers.

Ghosts Do Splash in Puddles

Ages 7–10 · 2006

Is the school bathroom haunted by a puddle ghost?

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The House with a Clock in Its Walls

Ages 8–11 · 1973

A young boy discovers that his new home is haunted by a malevolent spirit and that he has the power to communicate with the dead.

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The Boggart

Ages 8–12 · 1993

A mischievous spirit trapped in Toronto must use magic and technology to find its way home.

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A Sprinkle of Sorcery

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Sisters race against time to rescue their kidnapped sibling from ghostly pirates.

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Crushed

Ages 8–12 · 2019

Ghostly dance club faces unexpected rivalry at Limbo Central.

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Toilet-bound Hanako-kun, Vol. 1

Ages 14–17 · 2015

A wish-granting ghost in a school bathroom isn't what it seems.

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Bleach, Volume 03

Ages 14–17 · 2002

A young Soul Reaper battles malevolent spirits to uncover the truth behind his mother's death.

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Bleach, Volume 16

Ages 14–17 · 2005

A Soul Reaper faces chaos and betrayal as an execution looms.

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Silverborn

Ages 8–12

Morrigan faces a deadly mystery and her own dark secret in Nevermoor.

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