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Illustrated by Nancy Leschnikoff

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On Sale: Aug 18, 2026
Page Count: 30 pages
Publisher: Christy Ottaviano Books
ISBN-13: 9780316612876

In this funny-spooky preschool board book Little Ghost learns the power in finding the right words.

Little Ghost is excited for Halloween. But when the big day finally arrives, he can’t remember the right word to say. Was it LOO? GOO? Surely it wasn’t … POO? As Little Ghost tests out different words he grows frustrated, but with a little bit of encouragement and kindness from a new friend, he discovers everyone can find the courage to speak out.

This giggle-inducing story is the perfect read-aloud to inspire confidence in little ones and underscores the influence of a helpful friend. This special package features foil on the cover and colorful Little Ghost spredges!

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Sunita Nahar

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Sunita Nahar is a former BBC Kolkata correspondent and has presented news and current affairs programs on the BBC World Service. In her spare time, she volunteers in schools where she helps children who struggle to read as part of the Beanstalk program. Mahitha and the Dragon and Little Ghost Says Boo! are her debut titles.

Nancy Leschnikoff is an illustrator and designer specializing in children’s books. She is the illustrator of the critically acclaimed novel Rosie Loves Jack, and best-selling guidebook What’s Happening to Me? Girls Edition. She spent 15 years as a Children’s Book Designer at Usborne Publishing and lives in Kent, UK, with her family.

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