Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)

Name: Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor (Book #2)
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419785047
Price: 15.99 NZD
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By Barbara Cantini

Series: Ghoulia

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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.... Read More

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Description

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.

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 Departed to find out why she invited Dilbert, she finds that Auntie has vanished. Ghoulia can’t find her. And the doorbell won’t stop ringing.

One after another, Ghoulia’s friends arrive—all 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 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 collection is a must-have for any young reader’s library.

Includes bonus activities.

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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

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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

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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...

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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...

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419785047

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 September 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Paperbacks

Illustration: full-color illustrations throughout

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 64

Collections

Barbara Cantini Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Series: Ghoulia Young Adult

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.

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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 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 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

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$33⁰⁰

Available
Ships in 2-3 weeks
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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

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$33⁰⁰

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