There’s something undeniably magical about friendships – and something extra-otherworldly about ghostly friendship! They may be spirited, but they do come with hearts (or souls or?) as warm as any living friend. Some share their spectral wisdom, others help solve mysteries, and still others just join in on our adventures. But no matter what, these friendly ghosts remind us that we can always make new friends!

Now it’s time to meet some of the friendliest spirits in literature!

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Making New Friends – with Ghosts!

1. The Afterlife of Holly Chase by Cynthia Hand (13 – 17 years+). A clever, modern twist on A Christmas Carol.
2. The Amazing Mr. Blunden by Antonia Barber (8 – 12 years+). A wonderful adventure filled with mystery, friendship, and timeless charm. Glad I discovered this gem!
3. The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde. A forever favorite, one of the first ghost stories I read!
4. Casper The Friendly Ghost by Seymour Reit (9 – 12 years+). Binging on Casper comics as a kid was a delight, thanks to a friend with a great collection!
5. Ghosts of Greenglass House by Kate Milford (10 – 12 years+). Milo, 13, meets ghosts who help him uncover secrets in a mysterious inn. Plus folklore <3!
6. Ten Timid Ghosts by Jennifer O’Connell (2 – 5 years+). Oh my, such a fun, adorable, rhyming read!
7. The Ghosts of Rose Hill by R. M. Romero (14+). Darker, yet a heartwarming, haunting, and empowering read.
8. There’s a Ghost In This House by Oliver Jeffers (3 – 7 years+). Delightful picture book with charming and even more delightful details on every page!
9. Grave Expectations by Alice Bell. A witty paranormal mystery with Claire, a medium, and her sassy ghost-friend Sophie, solving a murder.
10. How to Make Friends With a Ghost by Rebecca Green  (3 – 8 years+). A sweet, quirky read with fun illustrations.
11. The Library of Ever by Zeno Alexander (9 – 11 years+). Libraries, books, and friendly spirits—what’s not to love?
12.  The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt by Riel Nason with illustrations by Byron Eggenschwiler (3+). I now want to befriend this ghost. Adorbs to the nth power!
13. The Children of Green Knowe by Lucy M Boston (9 – 11 years+). A magical story where young Tolly visits his great-grandmother’s ancient manor and befriends the friendly ghostly children who once lived there

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Dear reader, have you read any of the listed books? Your thoughts on them? Which ones are you getting for yourself or a loved one? Any similar recommendations for me? Maybe I have missed your favorites here! Do share and let me know.

This post goes towards Top Ten Tuesday hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is a Halloween freebie. And also for this week’s Thursday 13 where we post a list of 13 things each week, any thing.