Rebecca Green (1) (1986–)

Author/artist Rebecca Green delivers a heartwarming, entertaining field guide for becoming and being friends with a ghost in this charming debut picture-book. From the introduction, which maintains that people are chosen by ghosts (not the other way around), through the "dos and don'ts" of maintaining such a spooky friendship, the care of one's friendly apparition, and the activities that one can undertake together with one's specter, everything is covered in this comprehensive manual. The show more book concludes with a section devoted to "Growing Together," in which the changing friendship between human and ghost stretches through the years, concluding with two ghosts...

How to Make Friends With a Ghost was an absolute delight, one all the more charming for being a complete surprise! I'd never heard of Rebecca Green before - no wonder, as this is her first picture-book - and had no idea what to expect, going in. The artwork is lovely, with a subtle palette of browns, blacks and whites, occasionally enlivened by elements of red. The main human and ghost characters are very well done, with expressive faces, and charming, stylized forms. The text is matter-of-face and silly all at once, with plenty of heart to match the humor. Recommended to anyone looking for new ghost stories with a gentle, rather than frightening feeling, as well as to anyone who appreciates beautiful picture-book art. show less

Silly, funny, and utterly readable with the cutest illustrations! How to Make Friends with a Ghost might just be the best children's book I've read this year. It's engaging and fun. I see this book becoming a classic. I absolutely loved it!

This is an absolutely charming children's picture book that pacts in so many topics. While teaching children how to make friends with a ghost, this book reminds children how there are many things out there that might be perceived as a ghost (ie. dust on a camera lens), how to make friends, and also about aging. This is a great read for year round but especially at Halloween for children who do not like anything scary at all.

How to Make Friends with a Ghost by Rebecca Green is by far one of the most surprisingly sweet and most original children's books I have read in a long time. Honestly, I really was not sure what to expect upon receiving this advanced copy, but you can bet I loved every single page and every illustration in all it's detail.
Rebecca Green has put together an enjoyable book for all ages with silly recipes, tips and helpful info on caring for your own ghost. How to Make Friends With a Ghost is show more quirky, cute, and every bit fun! I know of at least two or three people who will be receiving this treasure once it is published!
...And who knows, maybe I'll be lucky enough to have a ghost of my own one day that I can care for, make mud tarts for and grow old with! One thing is for sure, I'll be well prepared!

I received this book at no cost, courtesy of NetGalley, for my honest feedback and review. show less