The Haunting of Pip Parker is a charming, humorous chapter book by the award-winning author Anne Fine. The story centers on a young boy, Pip Parker, who finds himself living in a house that might just be haunted, though the "ghost" is likely more eccentric than terrifying. Fine's writing is known for its witty, character-driven humor, and the narrative focuses on the domestic and comedic aspects of living with an unexpected spectral guest. The book is a gentle, non-scary exploration of the supernatural, promoting themes of imagination, the humor in unusual situations, and the idea that things that seem scary are often just misunderstood.