The Lanterns of Lost Things | Halloween Ebook Bundle, Ages 9–12

A Halloween ebook for kids ages 9–12, with four endings to discover.

When a crooked clocktower rings a thirteenth bell, the lantern-lit town of Wrenwick begins losing the things—and memories—that make it home. Pipkin, a small traveler with a brass lantern, and Puddle, his goldfish friend in a traveling bowl, follow a trail of clues to find their friend Ada and the wooden boat her grandfather made for her.

At the autumn market, along the canal, and inside a tower of three impossible doors, each choice changes what Pipkin learns and which paths open. Readers decide whom to trust, which clues to follow, and when helping someone is worth the risk. Their choices lead to four different endings shaped by courage, kindness, and what they discover.

One story, two ways to read

• Printable illustrated PDF: a 41-page edition with numbered scenes, linked choices, a clue checklist, story illustrations, activities, and historical notes.
• Interactive HTML edition: a self-contained story for a modern browser, with clickable choices, a visible clue list, route progress, and a way to start again. It works offline after download.

Inside the bundle

• 26 story scenes and four reachable endings
• Full-color cover and illustrated story scenes
• Six printable activities, including a paper lantern craft using an LED light, a “write a fifth ending” prompt, and a tradition-versus-fiction activity
• Historical notes and sources for curious readers exploring Halloween traditions

For families and independent readers

Designed for readers ages 9–12, and enjoyable to share aloud. The story includes eerie magic, peril, grief, and memories of loved ones; a grown-up may wish to read alongside a sensitive reader. The magical town, tower, and Keeper are fictional.

Digital bundle: $9.99. Includes both downloadable editions. No physical book will be shipped.