Maggie Edkins Willis,
Maggie Edkins Willis (Illustrated by)
Apr 28, 2026
Hardcover Picture Book
Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Celebrations / Halloween / Birthdays / Social Themes / Friendship
Ages 4 to 8, Grades P to 3
Little Ghost tries to pick the perfect party theme for his summer birthday in this charming picture book companion to Little Ghost Makes a Friend by bestselling author-illustrator Maggie Edkins Willis.
Little Ghost loves parties, but he’s only ever had the Halloween kind! After attending his first ever birthday party, Little Ghost decides to throw one of his own. His good friend Anya says his party should celebrate Little Ghost and what he likes most. That’s easy—Little Ghost loves Halloween with all its bats, black cats, candy corn, and pumpkins. There’s just one problem: it’s summertime. And Halloween and summer just don’t mix…or do they?
Little Ghost loves parties, but he’s only ever had the Halloween kind! After attending his first ever birthday party, Little Ghost decides to throw one of his own. His good friend Anya says his party should celebrate Little Ghost and what he likes most. That’s easy—Little Ghost loves Halloween with all its bats, black cats, candy corn, and pumpkins. There’s just one problem: it’s summertime. And Halloween and summer just don’t mix…or do they?
