Thank you to Clavis Publishing and NetGalley for an ARC of Gilbert the Ghost in exchange fornan honest review.

Gilbert the Ghost is a sweet story about a ghost who stays true himself and his values, even in the face of authority. After being banished to a tower to conform, he continues to stay true to his nature, and makes the best out of a not so ideal situation. I really liked the premise of the story and the illustrations. However, the writing itself felt a little underdeveloped and choppy at times. This is a book that I would check out for my preschool age son at the library, but probably not one that I would add to our home library.

Gilbert is a Ghost that doesn’t like to say Booo like he’s supposed to. He is sent to a tower where he makes friends with a cat.

Such a sweet story with adorable pictures! My little 2 year old adored this story, and liked saying boo with me! Perfect book for Halloween or everyday.

This is the perfect book for the upcoming fall months, spooky season is upon us and children will respond well to this fantastic book!

The artistic eye that it took to create this book is next level! A very aesthetically pleasing children's book! I love that this has a very Casper feel to it. A ghost that isn't like the others! It's downright adorable with an excellent positive message!

The pictures of young ghosts were laughably sweet, like eating a candy apple while laughing at a fun joke! Ba Ba Bahoooooooo!!

Gilbert's exile is a bit harsh. But there always has to be a figurative mountain that the protagonist has to climb! The friend he finds in his time out is adorable as can be!

Would 10/10 recommend!

This book was really lovely. It was a beautiful example of being perceived as “different” than those around you and being accepted for who you are, Gilbert stayed true to what he liked and liked to do and his friends accepted and respected him. This would be a great book to teach a child the lesson of “treat others how you would like to be treated.”

This is a cute story about a ghost who is different, and doesn’t scare/haunt like all the rest. The illustrations are really lovely. I feel like the story could have been developed a little bit more, but overall, it’s a cute children’s book,

First off the illustrations on this book is absolutely gorgeous. I know growing up when looking at pictures books, the illustrations are what drew me in. And I know if I were a child, this book would definitely be something I’d choose.

The only negative thing I could say about this is that I feel like it was too short. I think another 2-3 pages would’ve been a great length. I had thought there would’ve been more conflict when the other students came to join Gilbert and Meow.

I love that the story told about how it is okay to be different and that you should embrace your uniqueness. Also showed how one can adapt any circumstance and make it a positive one. Both Gilbert and Meow were in a dark, cold place and with teamwork they made it into a warm and inviting home.

This is the perfect book for children to read on halloween, it’s not very scary but still gives a nice spooky feeling.

I loved the message of embracing our differences and finding people (or cats) that accepts us, it’s so very important to give a message like that to kids nowadays.

I just wished it was a little longer, it felt like the ending was cut rather abruptly, it would’ve been nice to know more about what happened to Gilbert.

But overall it was an enjoyable children book.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for this e-ARC in exchange of an honest review

Aw, this is the cutest story and perfect for kids who are afraid of ghosts to show them that they are not all bad. It reminded me a lot of Monsters Inc, but for ghosts and it was just the cutest thing. I love the elegant drawing on each page and dark vibes that accompanied this read. The kids absolutely loved this one and we can't wait to add it to our shelves!

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Title: Cute
Story: Did not flow and seemed a bit choppy
Illustrations: Just okay

It had a good premise about Gilbert wanting to be different, but the lesson wasn't overly clear.

Well, this book it's for children, but that doesn't mean anything, because one: I'm twenty-three years old and two: because it brought back memories of a time, where I saw parents reading to their children, whether in movies or TV series, and I always wanted it, but I never had it. And he brought me this memory along with the feeling of belonging that I didn't have for a long time either. Gillbert is so cute, and the illustrations are beautiful. it's those books you can read to your child before going to sleep and he still teaches you it doesn't have to be anyone but yourself, except that in ten minutes you read and you're happy.

The illustrations in this book are the cutest and most well done illustrations ever!! I absolutely loved this story! I read this with my three year old and she giggled throughout the entire thing and pretended to be a ghost herself. This is the perfect spooky Halloween read for littles. Definitely one I would buy for my kiddos!

An adorable picture book about an unusual little ghost who doesn't quite fit in at ghost school with a sweet message about staying true to yourself. This would be a great picture book to read around Halloween.

I loved the original book format, so I knew this would be lovely as well! A smiley pink ghost? I'm in. Make this a series!

Incredibly adorable book that's about accepting your differences and embracing what makes you special. It's a cute story about Gilbert the Ghost who isn't quite as scary or loud as other ghosts. When he gets sent to the Abandoned Tower, he befriends another creature and finds a home in his new place. Highly recommend for younger students!

Gilbert, a young ghost, doesn't want to be like other young ghosts; instead, he wants to be a kind ghost. It sends the message that IT'S OKAY TO BE OKAY, even if we have to protect ourselves and can't be like everyone else.
This book is ideal for anyone looking for a heartwarming story with adorable graphics. Thank you to NetGalley and Clavis Publishing for providing me with an advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review

This was cute and simple— I loved the themes of courage and staying true to yourself. The silliness of this book is bound to delight a younger child, and the topic of ghosts makes this a perfect fall, spooky read.

This is a perfect bedtime story read. My son and I will really enjoy this one. Aside from the cute art, I love how the short story shows that we need not always conform to what is considered "normal", and instead find the things that make us happy and give us peace so we can share the same to others. Something everyone could use a little reminder of, both young and old.

This is a cute story about how being different is okay. Gilbert the Ghost doesn’t say “Boooooo” like the other ghosts at school, and is banished to the Abandoned Tower, where he befriends a black cat named Meow. When Gilbert asks Meow why he isn’t scared of him, Meow tells Gilbert it’s because he knew he was different from the start. As the other ghosts tire from scaring, they wander to the Abandoned Tower to hang out with Gilbert and Meow.

This book would be great at Halloween, and to introduce young ones to ghosts since Gilbert is adorably illustrated. Gilbert the Ghost would be best for younger children,

Gilbert is a little ghost who doesn’t fit in with the other ghosts at ghost school because he’s just not capable of being scary. His “bahoo” just isn’t “BOO” enough. So the principle sends him away to the abandoned tower as punishment where he meets a friendly black cat and they build a nice home together where the other ghosts are welcome when they’re tired of scaring.

The illustrations in the book are charming but can’t save it from the unoriginal story. There was nothing new here to add to the friendly ghost genre. We didn’t get to know Gilbert and with all the talk of him being special it would’ve been nice to see his special qualities played out.

In one illustration the classroom chalkboard reads “The principle is crazy.” This book was written in 2015 and I think the author could’ve chosen a less offensive word to use in a children’s board book.

***I was provided a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I requested this publication for the super cute cover and it certainly didn't disappoint. This was a wonderfully sweet story about a ghost that was different.

Think Casper the friendly ghost picture book. I would recommend this picture book to anyone. It is short, meaningful and wonderfully drawn. The story was so fun to read even as an adult.

Just in time for the spooky season!