Bramblewood Hollow and the Festivals of Lanterns

On the night when wishes learn to glow, Bramblewood Hollow gathers beneath the trees to set lanterns drifting into the sky. This year, Tibby and her best friend Bart notice something unusual: a few lanterns wobble, circle back, and seem to be listening-as if they're waiting for the right words. When a shy breeze delivers a whispered plea for help, Tibby follows a trail of twinkling lights through meadows, creekside paths, and the hush of the Hollow to discover why some wishes won't fly. Along the way, friends-wise Owlnora and others-lend feathers, paws, and courage.

Gentle, lyrical, and warm as candlelight, this story celebrates community, the care we take with our words, and the magic of sending a hope into the world-then doing our part to help it come true. Perfect for bedtime or classroom read-alouds, it leaves readers with a soft glow and a reminder: small kindnesses can carry big light.

Perfect for: ages 4-8 (read-aloud), 6-9 (independent) Themes: friendship, courage, making/keeping wishes, community traditions Series: Book Two of Tales from Bramblewood Hollow - a cozy standalone that welcomes returning and new readers alike.

Where friendship lights the path, and wonder waits around every corner.