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Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
By (Author) Barbara Cantini
Abrams
Amulet Paperbacks
12th August 2025
United States
Young Adult
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Zombies, ghosts and the undead
Paperback
64
Width 140mm, Height 210mm
Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor is the second book in this popular full-color chapter book series, a great fit for readers who enjoy a mix of humor, adventure, and a touch of the macabre
Ghoulia is a typical little girl . . . who happens to be a zombie. She lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and albino greyhound named Tragedy.
One dark and stormy night, Ghoulias cousin Dilbert comes to visit her at Crumbling Manor. Shes confusedshe didnt invite him, and it turns out that Dilberts a real grouch. He complains about everything!
When Ghoulia tries to track down Auntie Departed to find out why she invited Dilbert, she finds that Auntie has vanished. Ghoulia cant find her. And the doorbell wont stop ringing.
One after another, Ghoulias friends arriveall with the same mysterious invitation in hand. As the gang searches Crumbling Manor for Auntie Departed, one of their own goes missing. Finally, Dilbert inadvertently solves the mystery in the greenhouse when he finds himself face-to-face with the sinister Chatterbox Ivy.
Perfect for ages 68, reluctant readers, and fans of Wednesday and The Addams Family, this Halloween-themed series combines a love for the spooky with lessons about acceptance and courage. Whether youre a longtime fan or new to Ghoulias world, this collection is a must-have for any young readers library.
Includes bonus activities.
More from the Ghoulia series:
Ghoulia: Making Friends Can Be Scary (#1)
Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (#3)
Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (#4)
Funny details in both text and art abound . . . An entertaining choice for Halloween reading. * The Horn Book *
Barbara Cantini is the illustrator of numerous books for young readers, including the Ghoulia series, which is now published in 30 countries. She lives in the Florentine countryside with her husband, two daughters, three cats, and a very disheveled dog.