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Exclusive Gift Band for "Ghost Cake Shop"

The enchanting children's picture book series, "Ghost Cake Shop", is receiving an exciting upgrade with the introduction of a limited edition gift band illustrated by the talented SAKAE. Available for purchase at participating bookstores, readers will receive adorable stickers alongside their books, creating an even more delightful reading experience.

Each gift band features a special fold where heartfelt messages can be written, adding a personal touch to this charming series.



Starting around September 18, select bookstores will sequentially roll out this splendid offer, but be sure to check beforehand, as quantities are limited! Additionally, some bookstores will be gifting exclusive original stickers with every purchase. To find a participating store, visit the special website at Kodomo no Hon.

For those shopping online, the "Ghost Cake Shop" series is also available through Rakuten Books and the MM Store. Here are the links:

• - Ghost Cake Shop - Rakuten Books
• - Ghost Cake Shop - Secret Wishes - Rakuten Books
• - Ghost Cake Shop - MM Store

The series features delightful narratives including the tale of the charming ghost who loves to share his self-created, most delicious cakes with everyone, leaving them surprised. Readers, both young and old, have shared touching reviews on social media, emphasizing the emotional depth of the stories with sentiments like, "I can’t wait to read it to my child" or "I was moved to tears!"

Heartwarming Reviews from Readers

The response from the audience has been overwhelmingly positive:

• - "I want to read this for my future child!" - Female, Osaka
• - "I was unexpectedly moved to tears" - Female, Aichi
• - "What a wonderful piece!" - Female, Fukuoka
• - "The conclusion was far more touching than I imagined" - Male, Tokyo
• - "I’m so glad I discovered this book!" - Female, Kumamoto
• - "It made me cry for the first time with a picture book!" - Female, Niigata

Must-Read Sequel

Be sure to check out the sequel, "Ghost Cake Shop: Secret Wishes", where the beloved ghost prepares for a party and seeks help from a girl who visits often. It’s a story filled with anticipation and charm, exploring themes of friendship and hidden desires:

• - Ghost Cake Shop: Secret Wishes

Written by SAKAE, an illustrator based in Hokkaido with several noteworthy publications, this series is a testament to the captivating power of children's literature.

At Kodomo no Hon editorial department, we proudly publish a variety of engaging titles for children, including the bestseller "Okaasan wa ne", which sold over 1.5 million copies, and award-winning works like "Obento Bako-san, Konnichiwa!" and "Tasuhiku Neko". For more information on our latest releases and fun activities, check out our official website and follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.