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Ghoulia and the Heart Key (Book #6)

By Barbara Cantini
Series: Ghoulia
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Ghoulia and the Heart Key is the sixth book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all readers who enjoy a mix of humour, adventure, and a touch of the macabre! Ghoulia is a typical little girl...... Read More
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Ghoulia and the Heart Key is the sixth book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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 an albino greyhound named Tragedy.

Crumbling Manor is all a-tizzy with glee as everyone prepares a party to die for to celebrate the return of Ghoulia's parents. Snooping through her grandmother's closet for a pretty outfit to wear, Ghoulia finds an old, beautifully crafted bracelet... which happens to unlock a hidden stairwell in the library!

Led to a locked door that can only be opened by solving a riddle and finding the door's mysterious "heart key", Ghoulia, her grumpy cousin Dilbert, and the wise greyhound, Tragedy, start their search for the missing key.

As clues start piling up, Ghoulia and Dilbert learn of their missing Auntie Acid. Suffering through a tragic heartbreak, their aunt left the manor many years ago and never returned. Detective senses tingling, Ghoulia suspects that their long-lost aunt may hold the "heart key" that unlocks the secret sealed door.

Gathering up their courage and wits, Ghoulia, Dilbert, and Tragedy leave the manor and embark on an adventure to find and bring Auntie Acid home! But will they be able to track her and the key down? Or will their sleuthing reveal too many secrets the zombie family wanted to keep locked away... forever?

Ghoulia and friends return in the sixth book of this ghoulishly good, full-colour, Tim Burton-inspired chapter-book series, starring everyone's favourite, not-so-scary zombie.

Perfect for ages 6-8, 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 you're a longtime fan or new to Ghoulia's world, this is a must-have for any young reader's library.

Ghoulia series:

Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary (#1)
Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (#2)
Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (#3)
Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (#4)
Ghoulia and the Sunken Secret (#5)
Ghoulia and the Heart Key (#6)

Series: Ghoulia

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  • Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
    Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor is the second book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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....
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary (Book #1)
    Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary is the first book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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 an albino...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Sunken Secret (Book #5)
    Everyone’s favourite little zombie girl is back in the fifth book of this ghoulishly good Tim Burton–inspired early chapter book. Halloween is approaching, which means it’s time for the annual parade! Between carving pumpkins and enjoying fresh pumpkin juice, Ghoulia and her friends realise they need to find the perfect costume. While rummaging through the attic for hats, masks, and...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4) by Barbara Cantini Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Uncle Misfortune are ready for a vacation. They pack up their things and head to Fancy Manor to visit Cousin Dilbert and Auntie Witch. Fancy Manor is nice and rundown, and it's on Lake Mystery — with lots of opportunity for swimming and other summer...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3) by Barbara Cantini brings Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Tragedy the greyhound back for another adventure at Crumbling Manor! They’re preparing for the annual Dead but Not Departed New Year’s Eve party. A young ghost arrives, and he seems to be fading away. It turns out the ghost has forgotten his own...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
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  • Ghoulia (Book 1)
    Ghoulia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved albino greyhound. But things aren't as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor's walls, but she can't hide her pale green skin or the deep...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor is the fourth book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all 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...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $3200
    Available
    Ships in 2-3 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name is the third book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $3200
    Available
    Ships in 2-3 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Heart Key (Book #6)
    Ghoulia and the Heart Key (Book #6)
    Ghoulia and the Heart Key is the sixth book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $4200
    Available
    Ships in 2-3 weeks

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419783869

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 October 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

Collections

Barbara Cantini Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Ghoulia

About the Author

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.

Also by Barbara Cantini

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  • Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
    Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor is the second book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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....
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary (Book #1)
    Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary is the first book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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 an albino...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $1599
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Sunken Secret (Book #5)
    Everyone’s favourite little zombie girl is back in the fifth book of this ghoulishly good Tim Burton–inspired early chapter book. Halloween is approaching, which means it’s time for the annual parade! Between carving pumpkins and enjoying fresh pumpkin juice, Ghoulia and her friends realise they need to find the perfect costume. While rummaging through the attic for hats, masks, and...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Ghoulia Book #4) by Barbara Cantini Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Uncle Misfortune are ready for a vacation. They pack up their things and head to Fancy Manor to visit Cousin Dilbert and Auntie Witch. Fancy Manor is nice and rundown, and it's on Lake Mystery — with lots of opportunity for swimming and other summer...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3) by Barbara Cantini brings Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Tragedy the greyhound back for another adventure at Crumbling Manor! They’re preparing for the annual Dead but Not Departed New Year’s Eve party. A young ghost arrives, and he seems to be fading away. It turns out the ghost has forgotten his own...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
    A rollicking mystery with an unexpected hero, this fully-illustrated chapter book continues the adventures of Ghoulia, a lovable, not-so-scary zombie. One dark and stormy night, Ghoulia's cousin Dilbert comes to visit her at Crumbling Manor. She's confused—she didn't invite him, and it turns out that Dilbert's a real grouch. He complains about everything! When Ghoulia tries to track down Auntie...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia (Book 1)
    Ghoulia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved albino greyhound. But things aren't as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor's walls, but she can't hide her pale green skin or the deep...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Hardback
    $2499
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor (Book #4)
    Ghoulia and the Doomed Manor is the fourth book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all 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...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $3200
    Available
    Ships in 2-3 weeks
  • Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name (Book #3)
    Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name is the third book in this popular full-colour chapter book series, a great fit for fans of Netflix's Wednesday and all readers who enjoy a mix of humour, 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...
    By Barbara Cantini
    Paperback
    $3200
    Available
    Ships in 2-3 weeks

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