I Will Haunt This
A spooky, cosy and comforting picture book about making new friends with a little ghost, perfect for age 4-6
$16.12
- Paperback
32 pages
- Release Date
24 September 2026
Summary
A cosy, ghostie tale of friendship, kindness and connection by two legendary picture book masters.
A little ghost lives in a vase in the attic, but when the vase breaks, the ghost goes round the house, looking for a new home: something made with love. But the house is full of tidy and shiny new things instead of old, cosy, comforting ones. When the girl of the house helps the ghost settle into a round teapot full of warm memories, the ghost can do something for the gi…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781529515947 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1529515947 |
| Author: | Viviane Schwarz, Chris Riddell |
| Publisher: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 24 September 2026 |
| Weight: | 200g |
| Dimensions: | 4mm x 268mm x 236mm |
| Audience Age: | 3-7 |
You Can Find This Book In
Critics Review
Nothing, though, felt as original or resonant as I Will Haunt This, by Viviane Schwarz and illustrated by The Observer’s political cartoonist Chris Riddell (Walker Books, £8.99, published 24 September). The story centres on a ghost who finds itself without anything to haunt. In its search for something new, it makes an unlikely friend in a little girl who that day has struggled to draw something and, in frustration, has scratched and scribbled it out. This is a tender tale of how items can carry meaning and importance, and of appreciating the things we make, be it through creative pursuits or by spending time with one another. – Caitlin O’Kane * The Observer *
Schwarz’s affectionate story, illustrated by Riddell, offers a gentle alternative for Halloween, with warmth and companionship taking the place of shivers. For children curious about ghosts but wary of frights, here is the comforting possibility that a haunting might bring a friend. – Paul Kane and Marianne Doherty * Scotland on Sunday *
A captivating story with beautiful art work. My 3 and 5 year old loved it, asking me to read it again and again….and again!! * NetGalley Reviewer *
A scrumptious reminder that human made things are the PERFECT places for a lil’ haunting and a home for hope and creativity.
A bizarrely beautiful human story with ethereal illustrations from Chris.
The illustrations were adorable and left my son wishing for a little ghost friend of his own. I think this is one of the most charming children’s picture books I’ve come across and would definitely recommend. * NetGalley Reviewer *
Viviane Schwarz
Viviane Schwarz is the author-illustrator of the highly acclaimed picture books There Are Cats in this Book and There Are No Cats in this Book, both of which have been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Viviane has also illustrated Ergo and I Am Henry Finch, written by Alexis Deacon. Her own author-illustrated picture books include Sometimes You Find a Dragon. Viviane lives in Brighton.
Chris Riddell, OBE, is one of the country’s finest children’s book illustrators, and was Children’s Laureate from 2015–17. He has won the Kate Greenaway Medal three times – for Pirate Diary, Gulliver’s Travels, and The Sleeper and the Spindle. Chris is a political cartoonist for the Observer, and his author-illustrated work includes the highly-acclaimed Ottoline and Goth Girl titles. He has won numerous awards, including the Costa Children’s Book Award with Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse. Chris lives in Brighton.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.