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

A whimsical guide for children on how to not only find and identify a ghost, but how to make friends with one. It offers the sage advice that if you are "sweet, and warm, and kind" the ghost will likely find you, which is good advice for making friends of any kind. The silly but delightful tips and advice on maintaining your such an unique friendship will appeal to children, and likely bring some giggles, and the illustrations seem to fit perfectly. A wonderful little book with a lovely show more message, not often seen in picture books, about the joys of having a lifelong friend who will be by your side throughout the changes life brings. show less

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

Peculiar book about making friends with a ghost for life (and beyond). Nice illustrations. A few childishly disgusting parts (the ghost's good). And and ending - but it's not the end. If you're looking for a really strange children's book to give to a strange child, this may be it. Then let them start reading Poe. If they're ready for this, they're ready for that.