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The Grumpy Ghost Upstair

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$18.88 $29.5 In stock

A grumpy little ghost makes a new friend in this wryly funny, spooky-but-cute picture book with striking illustrations reminiscent of Brian Selznick.
A little ghost lives in the attic of a big house. All alone: just how he likes it. Until one day a curious girl disturbs his peace and quiet. Why won't the annoying and slightly scary child go away? So he decides to do what ghosts do best. . .
Shy little ones will smile at the antics of the grumpy ghost in this charmingly offbeat story about being brave, adapting to change, and having the courage to open up to others. Perfect for spooky season and beyond!

Mamiko Shiotani is an award-winning author and illustrator from Japan. She studied ceramics at Joshibi University of Art and Design, Tokyo, and created background art for animated feature films before turning to picture books. The Grumpy Ghost Upstairsis her first book to be published in English.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews)

Victoria ★★★★★

The illustrations have that same moody, detailed feel as Selznick's work, which I loved as a kid. My nephew was captivated by the grumpy ghost's expressions on every page, and it sparked a great conversation about making friends.

Eva ★★★★★

My kid giggled through the whole thing, especially at the grumpy ghost’s facial expressions. The Brian Selznick-like illustrations are wonderfully spooky but not scary, perfect for a bedtime read.