Overview

A captivating new picture book with interactive transparent pages, from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers. Hello, come in. Maybe you can help me? A young girl lives in a haunted house, but has never seen a ghost. Are they white with holes for eyes? Are they hard to see? She’d love to know! Step inside and turn the transparent pages to help her on an entertaining ghost hunt, from behind the sofa, right up to the attic. With lots of friendly ghost surprises and incredible mixed media illustrations, this unique and funny book will entertain young readers over and over again!

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‘Children will love the concept of being able to spot what the young girl can’t and Jeffers’ dryly funny visual jokes on the elusiveness of spirits finish with a cliffhang . . . Another absolute winner from this inventive author’ Daily Mail ‘A delightful interactive story for Halloween, long on spectres but short on scares . . . Hauntingly adorable’ Guardian ‘the bestselling author pushes the boundaries of the picture book form . . . The giggling ghouls unseen by the girl may have little readers shouting “he’s behind you!” but there’s nothing panto-esque about this smart and inventive book’ Guardian “Thrilling” Big Issue

'Children will love the concept of being able to spot what the young girl can't and Jeffers' dryly funny visual jokes on the elusiveness of spirits finish with a cliffhang . . . Another absolute winner from this inventive author.' Daily Mail 'A delightful interactive story for Halloween, long on spectres but short on scares . . . Hauntingly adorable' Guardian 'the bestselling author pushes the boundaries of the picture book form . . . The giggling ghouls unseen by the girl may have little readers shouting he's behind you! but there's nothing panto-esque about this smart and inventive book.' Guardian

'Children will love the concept of being able to spot what the young girl can't and Jeffers' dryly funny visual jokes on the elusiveness of spirits finish with a cliffhang . . . Another absolute winner from this inventive author' Daily Mail 'A delightful interactive story for Halloween, long on spectres but short on scares . . . Hauntingly adorable' Guardian 'the bestselling author pushes the boundaries of the picture book form . . . The giggling ghouls unseen by the girl may have little readers shouting he's behind you! but there's nothing panto-esque about this smart and inventive book' Guardian

Praise for Here We Are: The witty images are atmospheric and full of enthralling detail Nicolette Jones / The Times An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic The Guardian Beautiful illustrations Creative Review There is a childlike awe and wonder about the stars and planets in the book The Irish Times 'Delightfully illustrated' Time 'Beautifully illustrated' Artists & Illustrators 'This performer had assured pace and charm. The storytelling was captivating and a beautifully realised gem, with a surprise ending. Gorgeous!' Audio Production Awards judges

Author Information

Oliver Jeffers is a highly acclaimed talent in picture books. He graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours and has since exhibited his paintings around the world. His outstanding talent has already been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award, the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award and the Irish Children's Book of the Year. www.oliverjeffers.com

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