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Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier follows the story of Catrina and her family as they move to a new town, hoping the climate will help her sister Maya's cystic fibrosis. The town is known for its supernatural occurrences, and Catrina soon discovers the presence of friendly ghosts. As she grapples with her fears and her sister's illness, she learns about family, culture, and courage.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt stories about family, friendship, and embracing the unknown. It beautifully weaves themes of change, culture, and dealing with illness, all through the eyes of a young girl exploring a new community filled with folklore and mystery. Perfect for readers who appreciate graphic novels with engaging illustrations and deep emotional connections.

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Ghosts

From award-winning graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier comes a new story about family, friendship and hope. Cat and her family are moving to the coast because her little sister, Maya, is sick. Cat isn't happy about leaving her friends, but she must figure out how to put aside her fears for her sister's sake - and her own.

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From the author of Smile, Drama, and Sisters!

Catrina and her family move to the coast of Northern California because her little sister, Maya, has cystic fibrosis and will benefit from the cool, salty air. As the girls explore their new home, a neighbour lets them in on a secret: there are ghosts in Bahía de la Luna. Maya is determined to meet one, but Cat wants nothing to do with them.

As the time of year when ghosts reunite with their loved ones approaches, Cat must figure out how to put aside her fears for her sister's sake–and her own.

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Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier has been highly praised for its appeal to middle-grade readers with its engaging story, bold colours, and excellent visual storytelling. Reviews highlight it as a compelling and tightly built graphic novel that is an essential addition to the genre, noted for its emotionally engaging content and lively characters.

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ISBN: 9780545540629

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 September 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 201.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Raina Telgemeier is the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning creator of Smile, Sisters, and Guts, which are all graphic memoirs based on her childhood. She is also the creator of Drama and Ghosts, and is the adapter and illustrator of the first four Baby-sitters Club graphic novels. Raina lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more, visit her online at goRaina.com.
Raina Telgemeier is the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning creator of Smile, Sisters, and Guts, which are all graphic memoirs based on her childhood. She is also the creator of Drama and Ghosts, and is the adapter and illustrator of the first four Baby-sitters Club graphic novels. Raina lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more, visit her online at goRaina.com.

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