My Ghost, Where'd You Go?

by Dione Kong

A little ghost's journey through existence, loss, and memory.

Isang paglalakbay sa pag-iral, pagkawala, at alaala ng isang munting multo.

Genres: Graphic Novels

60 pages, Paperback

Published February 4, 2022

Reviews

[Zai Zai]

good-ish art, simple yet emotionally provocative story. love this. it's definitely a wonderful gift to friends who don't read.

[Neil Franz]

Day 6
Can time slow down a bit?

Why do I feel like crying at 8:30 in the morning?

If this book isn't following a story, it feels like it portrays what I'm feeling today. Is it because of the circumstances? Or is it just I'm feeling every day in general?

This little book speaks and talks to me.

It resonates and reveals what I'm really feeling inside.

[Jahnie]

Oh, little ghost. It was sad but beautiful and somehow, it made me feel hopeful. If only we could see each other when we most want to be seen.

[Emmzxiee]

I don't think anyone can see me.

To feel like a ghost or be ghosted.

[justine | novelsandpanda]

I love how "My Ghost, Where'd You Go?" found me. And I feel like most of the time that's how life hits us, whether it is a good thing or a not-so-good thing in life... just unexpected...

I just logged off from work, and I feel like wailing after reading it. It was short and it was cute and all that but page after page hits you heavier and heavier. However you interpret the arts in here, the days counting off it was just... sad.

And I love it. I don't know what that makes me, in a way, it makes me like myself more too. I just love how this book makes me feel, I guess.

[Gv]

Simple. Heartfelt. Beautiful graphics.

This feels like taking a trip down memory lane… a phase between loss and existence.
How a 5-minute read made me feel understood and yet, heartbroken — tipong parang kinukurot yung puso ko lalo na sa ibang pahina. This may be in different circumstances, but how it resonates to others on their silent battles speak much volume.

Maybe I was a ghost (lost)… Still a ghost (finding myself)… But at the same time, no longer want to be a ghost (want to be found). Eme.

[Gabby]

How can a short book with one to two sentences and illustrations a page tell a story so profound?

[Lau Reese]

This is not just a short story and i have no idea how the story will go. I read it along with my 4-year old nephew 🤣 The cover caught his eyes. It's cute. As the story or the journey of the ghost unfolds, that's when i realize that it's kinda dark for a kid. Haha. He thought that stuff that moves and afloats without anyone moving it is done by a ghost so he was scared especially seeing a yellow balloon. 🤣 I didn't mean to scare himand make him sad, but he loves the illustrations.

I, too love the illustrations, because the Filipino culture is seen at the atmosphere as the ghost wanders everyday, the Sari Sari store, the streets, the jeepney, etc. Also how long the ghost wanders. 40 days in 60 pages. Injust wish that there were no days that have been skipped, or gaps. It doesn't have a dialogue, it mainly focuses on the illustrations, i guess, along with narrations. It is very simple but deep, easy to read, and very heartfelt bittersweet journey. Perfect gift for someone who's in a reading slump, or someone who doesn't read at all.

It may also resonate the daily life of every human being who "wanders" every single day with "no map to guide". Clueless in living their lives, or the continuous search for the meaning of it. A constant seeking for validation and value.

The illustrations are really cute. I love it. The imprint was really good, thick cover and pages. Kudos, Anino Comics and Ms. Kong!

[Vanzzz]

This is a very interesting take on the Filipino belief that the souls of the deceased wander the earth for 40 days before entering the afterlife. And what makes this story impactful is the character, a symbol of young innocence. I liked how each panel tells the character's previous life in just a few words; and some of those words resonate with some readers, especially when being reminded of the feeling of being clueless or unseen.

‎My heart was pounding while I was nearing the end, even though I pretty much had an idea what it would be. I was not really shocked by the revelation, as I am already exposed to these kinds of stories.
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‎I liked the illustrations; they are very similar to the style of MPAU. The color yellow was used well to add to the visual storytelling.
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‎But I think it would be better for the pacing if there were no gaps between the days, like, Day 1 to Day 40 is complete. If there is a purpose to these gaps, I missed it.

[Bry Lin]

A very short comic about a ghost.
The art was cool. Also, I don't know if it was intentional, but the fact that the ghost took 39 days before reaching its grave is very inspired by the superstition about wandering ghosts after death; that they only "come back" home or "leave to rest" (depending on which region the belief is from, they vary) after 40 days. It was a cool little tidbit to notice. 🥹

[Cerize]

I saw this at PICOF 2025 because of how bright and cute the cover was so I bought it immediately. I absolutely loved loved LOVED the illustrations but I wasn't expecting the ending. IT MADE ME SO SAD HUHUHU. Anyway, 5/5 stars. Love it!

[Ysa]

I’ve been eyeing this book for 2 years already and I’m so happy I finally own one.

The visuals are beautiful (I’m also kinda biased because I love yellow). It’s a simple read but an impactful one. I love it!

[akim]

This is why I love supporting local products. This was a simple, yet beautiful short comic. The ghost was relatable as an introvert who always feels lost and invisible. The end was also touching (crying inside), not to mention the pretty art.

[Carlo]

Loved it. Bought more copies for friends

[Edlyn]

Simple and yet intriguing story

[eko]

randomly re-read. resonates in me over time.

[Mark Alpheus]

Maluha-luha ako habang binabasa 'to, may kirot at payapang pakiramdam. Di ko lang gano nagustuhan yung ending.

[Alyssa]

this has no business being this sad :(

[Melissa]

It is a beautiful yet heartbreaking story at the same time. The artwork is amazing.

[aya]

cutie

[Ina]

4.5/5 ⭐

[Ivy]

BEAUTIFUL 😭

[Lai]

Illustrations were hella cute but the story kinda sad

[lindzi]

I hate that I read this early in the morning when I’m just starting my day, now it’ll stay with me all day. 😭😭😭

[Gray Pages]

a comic that encapsulates grief; dark albeit the cute illustrations. i just wish it was longer!

[Dymar De Claro]

Di ko alam if malungkot lang ba ako these days kaya damang damang konyung kwento but kahit 1-liner lang siya grabe yung ipinaramdam na emotions saken. So sad it was short :(

[Virgilio Balanon]

The artwork is so beautiful and dense with emotions. It fills up the story with so much more context.

[Kat Elle]

Actual Rating: 3.75

[Xena Gabrielle]

short but hits close to heart. poor little ghost, but at least he’ll finally be at peace. i wonder if this is really what after-life feels like… peaceful yet horrendously empty.