{"product_id":"leo-mac-barnett-9781797239231","title":"Leo: A Ghost Story","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e Best Illustrated Book--\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003enow in paperback!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A fearful ghost, a take-charge girl, an interracial friendship, and a tale in which fear is . . . sweetly tied to positive qualities of imagination.\"\u003c\/b\u003e --\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost people cannot see ghosts. Can you? Follow Leo in this heartfelt tale about a friendly ghost who, after struggling to fit in, sets off on a journey of self-discovery and friendship, capturing the magic of belonging and the unexpected joys of adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou would like being friends with Leo. He likes to draw, he makes delicious snacks, and most people can't even see him. Because Leo is also a ghost. When a new family moves into his home and Leo's efforts to welcome them are misunderstood, Leo decides it is time to leave and see the world. That is how he meets Jane, a kid with a tremendous imagination and an open position for a worthy knight. Leo and Jane become friends, and that is when their adventures begin. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis charming tale of friendship--from two of the best creators in picture books: the author of the Caldecott Honor-winning \u003ci\u003eExtra Yarn\u003c\/i\u003e and the illustrator of the Newbery Medal-winning \u003ci\u003eLast Stop on Market Street\u003c\/i\u003e--is destined to become a modern classic that will delight readers for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, and\u003ci\u003e Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of the Year\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA TOUCHING GIFT FOR YOUNG READERS\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e This heartwarming tale about an invisible ghost in search of connection makes a beautiful gift for children, parents, and anyone who loves stories that celebrate the joy of friendship and feeling seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIDEAL FOR SPOOKY FUN AND YEAR-ROUND READING: With a gentle, spooky twist, \u003ci\u003eLeo\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect blend of charm and mystery, making it an ideal read for fans of ghost stories, Halloween, and anytime tales of magical adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCHARMING ILLUSTRATIONS AND AWARD-WINNING CREATORS: With illustrations by Christian Robinson and a story by Mac Barnett, this is a visually captivating and heartwarming tale that will spark the imagination of picture book lovers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eLeo: A Ghost Story\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e★ \"A warm and wise story about acceptance trumping difference.\"--\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e★ \"Dazzling.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e★ \"A whimsical tale from Barnett aptly accompanied by enthralling artwork by Robinson.\" --\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e★ \"A tender, touching story of friendship and the power of imagination.\" --\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of ghost stories and the spooky season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents and grandparents seeking stories about friendship and belonging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for picture books with a sweet, spooky twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of acclaimed author Mac Barnett and illustrator Christian Robinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Mac Barnett\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1797239236\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781797239231\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Chronicle Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/07\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 52\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.49lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.23d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Grade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuiz #\/Name: \u003c\/b\u003e175344 \/ Leo: A Ghost Story\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Mac Barnett","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48154217185535,"sku":"9781797239231","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_19fe9104-4b83-4d96-9867-66fa09fb3027.jpg?v=1770788685","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/leo-mac-barnett-9781797239231","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}