Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You!
A forgetful ghost and a talking slice of bread team up to solve a mystery in a haunted mansion, but evil pastries keep getting in the way.
Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You! is a comic graphic novel title by Phil Corbett. In the children’s bestseller list we checked on 7 November 2026, it was number 10. This guide explains what the book is about, who it suits, how to talk about it and what to read next.
What is Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You! about?
Ghost arrives at a haunted mansion and meets Toast, a talking slice of bread. Ghost cannot remember his life before he became a ghost, so the pair team up to solve the mystery, though they keep getting sidetracked. Their adventures take in evil pastries, a ghost train, giant kittens and gingerbread houses.
The scheming villain is Croissant, who wants to cause chaos. Ghost is the sensible, somewhat exasperated one, and Toast is the cheerful, eccentric one.
Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You!: book details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Author | Phil Corbett |
| Series | Ghost and Toast |
| Format | Paperback graphic novel |
| Publisher | Piccadilly Press |
| Published | 10 September 2026 |
| Length | 192 pages |
| Genre | Comic graphic novel |
| Age guide | 7 to 12 |
| ISBN (edition listed) | 9781835875322 |
Ages marked as “suggested” are our own guidance, not the publisher’s. Editions and dates can differ between shops, so check the listing for the copy you want.
Why children enjoy Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You!
- Silly food-and-ghost humour feels fresh and quick.
- Graphic novel format keeps the story moving.
- A mystery thread gives readers a reason to keep turning pages.
Reading and talking tips
Use these prompts to make reading time a conversation:
- Ask: “If you were a ghost, what would you want to remember first?”
- Invent a villain from your breakfast table.
- Take turns doing the voices of Ghost and Toast.
About Phil Corbett
Phil Corbett is the author and illustrator of the Ghost and Toast graphic novels and of the Kitty Quest series.
Read more on our Phil Corbett author page.
If your child likes this, try…
- Bunny vs Monkey: Day of the Heroes by Jamie Smart, number 3 in the list.
- Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts! by Neill Cameron, number 7 in the list.
- Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2 by Jeff Kinney, number 6 in the list.
Browse the whole list in our Top 20 children’s books, or use our books by age guides to find your next read.
Frequently asked questions about Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You!
What age is Ghost and Toast for?
The publisher gives 7 to 12.
Is Ghost and Toast scary?
It has a haunted-house setting but the tone is silly, so it should suit most children who enjoy comic adventures.
Is it similar to Bunny vs Monkey or Donut Squad?
Yes. It is aimed at fans of those comics, with fast jokes, big pictures and a lot of daft ideas.
Where to find it: your local library, an independent bookshop or an online retailer. Library membership is free in Ireland; see our guide to using your library.