The Halloween That Ran Away

Loula Quinn thinks her biggest Halloween tragedy is missing the city party of the year. But when a single purple pumpkin appears on her grandparents' farm, everything changes—especially after she draws a goofy face on it and the drawing comes to life. Now a silent creature is sneaking around the house; magpies are acting like feathered security guards, and the Australian bush seems to be whispering warnings. The creature isn't a monster—it's a runaway. And Loula, armed with her uncanny aim and stubborn streak, becomes its only ally. To protect it, she must outrun a magical storm of animals, uncover the truth behind the Keeper that hunts it, and make a choice that could echo far beyond her world. Funny, fast, and unexpectedly heartwarming, The Halloween That Ran Away is a magical adventure about courage, curiosity, and the unexpected friendships that change us.