A grumpy little ghost makes a new friend in this
wryly funny, spooky-but-cute picture book with striking illustrations
reminiscent of Brian Selznick.(goodreads summary)
A shy ghost is happy with his solitary life in the attic of an old house. It is quiet, dark and the best place to do his swooping whenever he likes. But when a curious little girl comes up into his space, it makes him grumpy and he tries to scare her off. When she doesn't easily scare, he comes up with a plan he knows will surely keep her away.
This is a nice story about getting out of your comfort zone and facing your shyness. It has short and easy text making it a quick and simple read. The illustrations are hand-drawn in charcoal pencil gray and white with just hints of a muted color here and there. They set the perfect tone for a dark attic full of mysterious items with a ghost lurking about. The attic ghost only wanted to be left alone but discovers having a new friend wasn't as bad as it seemed. It might stir up some good conversation about feelings, being shy and
making new friends and how the ghost liked to be alone which is just
fine too. This sweet story could be used anytime of the year and not just for the Halloween season. I think this is a "just right" book for ages 4-7.~
Title: The Grumpy Ghost
Author: Mamiko Shiotani
Pub. date: August 2025, Floris Books
Genre: picture book
Hardcover, 36 pgs.
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