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by Ffion Jones (Author), Kara McHale (Illustrator)
Bodie has a secret fear: being sick. She is haunted by a ghost who whispers warnings and worries, convincing her to avoid buses, sleepovers, and even her favourite basketball games. She misses out on all this fun to keep her "safe" from the scariest thing she can imagine - throwing up!
At first, Bodie listens. The more she obeys, the stronger the ghost becomes. But with the support of her best friend Mina, Bodie learns to challenge his tricks, find her courage, and take back control of her life. Bodie and the Ghost Showdown is a heartwarming story that gives children 7+ the tools to understand and overcome emetophobia. Blending humour and hope, with relatable characters, it's an empowering read for any child facing anxiety. The book also includes a guide for parents, carers, and professionals offering step-by-step suggestions for supporting kids with emetophobia. With practical tips and discussion prompts, it equips adults to assist children in applying the lessons of the story to real life.Author Biography
Dr Ffion Jones is an author and illustrator. She works as an emotional wellbeing practitioner and an anti-bullying trainer in schools in the UK and writes stories that help children explore difficult feelings, drawing on both her professional work and her experience as a parent supporting her daughter through emetophobia. She is based in Swansea, Wales.
Number of Pages: 96
Dimensions: 0.35 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN
Publication Date: June 18, 2026
