THUD. THUD. THUD.

We are in the groove, our pace set—the honor of who rings the bell decided—when the beat of something approaching grabs our attention and disrupts our Halloween pursuit.

Thud. Thud. Thud!

A truly spooky but safe author-illustrated read-aloud!

Dark, rhythmic prose and atmospheric, hand‑painted, moonlit collage bring Poor Farm Meadow to life as a gentle ghost story with spine‑tingling suspense and a touch of colonial history. Perfectly pitched for young readers, this spooky—but not scary—adventure follows a diverse gang of six as they cross shadows, face a pulsing moment of stranger danger, and discover that curiosity can be as thrilling as fear. Dressed up as a mystery, the story pulls a boat, a lion, a witch, a clown, a Dalmatian, and a tube of toothpaste toward an unforgettable visitor encounter. A once‑in‑a‑generation ghost tale destined to be read by flashlight under the covers, shared at community pumpkin glows, added to seasonal classroom shelves, and passed down.

Key Attractions

• Halloween-themed ghost story written for children and emphasizing atmospheric mood and suspense rather than explicit scares
• Author-illustrated picture book, offering a cohesive artistic vision rarely found in mass-market juvenile Halloween titles
• Lyrical, poetic text structure suitable for classroom and library seasonal programming
• Focus is on anticipation and mystery rather than resolution, encouraging rereads and discussion
• Art style is expressive and painterly, appealing to both adult and child
• Seasonal specificity (Halloween) positions Poor Farm Meadow: A True Ghost Story as a repeat annual purchase