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$474
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2010
Pinkalicious: School Rules!
An imaginary unicorn makes school magical.
32 pages· 352 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,787 ratings
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Books About Imaginary Friends · 56 titles considered
The Best Imaginary Friends Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about imaginary friends? 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 Imaginary Friends
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2014
Dory Fantasmagory
By Abby Hanlon · Book #1 in the Dory Fantasmagory series
A young girl named Dory navigates the challenges of childhood with the help of her imaginary friend and a magical fairy godmother.
176 pages· 7,405 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 6,042 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015
Crenshaw
Can an imaginary cat help a struggling family find hope and stability?
272 pages· 25,030 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 38,905 ratings
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$1498
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1970
The Horse in Harry's Room
A boy's invisible horse sparks a heartwarming dilemma about freedom and friendship.
32 pages· 426 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 419 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014
The Adventures of Beekle
By Dan Santat
A young imaginary friend sets out on a journey to find a child to imagine him.
40 pages· 298 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 15,359 ratings
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Last Meeting of the Gorilla Club
Josh's imaginary friend reappears, but can Lucas see him too?
304 pages
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 92 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
We Forgot Brock!
Phillip loses his imaginary friend at the fair. Can they reunite?
48 pages· 410 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 785 ratings
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2023
Have You Seen My Invisible Dinosaur?
By Helen Yoon
A child's dinosaur friend vanishes after a bath. Can she find him?
32 pages· 143 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 686 ratings
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2015
The Real True Friend
By Abby Hanlon · Book #2 in the Dory Fantasmagory series
A young girl navigates the challenges of starting a new school year with the help of her fairy godmother and a new friend
176 pages· 7,552 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,583 ratings
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016
Dory Dory Black Sheep
By Abby Hanlon · Book #3 in the Dory Fantasmagory series
A six-year-old girl navigates her imaginary world and real life as she tries to learn to read and solve mysteries
176 pages· 8,667 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,763 ratings
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Imaginary Friends Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about imaginary friends for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$999
I Know a Rhino
Ages 2–6 · 2002
A girl shares whimsical adventures with a rhino and other animals.
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$1795
My Big, Dumb, Invisible Dragon
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A boy's invisible dragon symbolizes grief, changing as he heals.
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$1899
Bear Is a Bear
Ages 4–8 · 2021
A girl and her bear navigate childhood's joys and farewells.
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$699
Daisy Dreamer and the World of Make-Believe
Ages 5–9 · 2017
A young girl discovers a magical world where she must help a cloud unicorn find her lost melody.
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$1899
Real to Me
Ages 4–7 · 2023
What happens when your imaginary friend vanishes?
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$1799
Daisy Dreamer and the Totally True Imaginary Friend
Ages 5–9 · 2017
A young girl named Daisy navigates her daily life and friendships with the help of her imagination and a mysterious imaginary friend named Posey.
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$699
Whoops! But It Wasn't Me
Ages 3–7 · 2006
A broken rocket tests sibling trust and honesty.
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$1599
Leon and Bob
Ages 5–6 · 1997
An imaginary friend vanishes when a new neighbor arrives.
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$1795
My Dog Banana
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A child insists their banana is a dog. Neighbors are baffled. Is it true or just imagination?
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$1899
Imaginary Fred
Ages 4–8 · 2015
A lonely boy's wish brings an imaginary friend to life, sparking an unforgettable bond.
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$1699
The Django
Ages 5–9 · 2010
A boy's banjo dreams clash with a mischievous spirit's chaos.
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$1899
The Snurtch
Ages 4–8 · 2016
A mischievous monster disrupts Ruthie's school day, testing her self-control.
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Imaginary Friends Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about imaginary friends for developing and independent readers.
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$1799
My Sweet Orange Tree
Ages 14–+ · 1968
A misunderstood boy finds solace in a magical tree and a new friendship, facing tenderness and sorrow.
Graphic Nov.
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$1999
The Essential Calvin and Hobbes (Graphic Novel)
Ages 10–18 · 1988
Join a boy and his tiger on wild, imaginative adventures.
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$799
Tiny Tough
Ages 6–8 · 2019
A young girl navigates her daily life and relationships with her family and friends.
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$799
The Light Jar
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A boy is left alone in a forest cottage when his mother vanishes. Can he face his fears and find hope?
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$1499
Dangerous Pumpkins
Ages 6–10 · 2012
Hank battles Halloween chaos as his invisible friend devours pumpkins and his sister scares him.
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$1699
Friend or Fiction
Ages 10–14 · 2019
A girl's imaginary friend comes to life, challenging her ideas of friendship.
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$1799
Imaginary
Ages 8–12 · 2021
An imaginary friend helps a boy navigate grief and middle school challenges.
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
Third Time's a Charm
Ages 8–12 · 2021
Reality shifts: best friends now twins. Can they unravel the universe's rewrite before it's too late?
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$1499
Sadie and Ratz
Ages 5–8 · 2010
Hands cause chaos, but can they prove their innocence?
Graphic Nov.
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$1499
Rumple Buttercup
Ages 6–12 · 2019
A quirky creature discovers the magic of belonging.
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$1695
Brightwood
Ages 9–12 · 2016
A girl must protect her home from a sinister stranger threatening her world.
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$1799
My Ex-Imaginary Friend
Ages 9–12 · 2021
Jack's imaginary friend may hold the key to reuniting his fractured family.