Alumni Publications

Modern day eighteen-year-old Summer Knightley has become plagued by nightmares in recent months. Every night, she's forced to watch horrific scenes unfold in a world where monsters reign supreme. One day at school, she runs into a man no one else can see. He's tall, beautiful, and otherworldly. He speaks only a few words to her before disappearing, so she's surprised to see the same man in her dreams, delivering a warning to stay away from the "locked room." However, destiny will out, and Summer soon finds herself thrust into the exact place she's been dreaming of-Aeyphelsia, a land riddled with magic and ruled under the tyranny of an evil Sorceress. And with that Sorceress hellbent on trying to capture her for reasons Summer is not yet aware, she clings to three companions she meets along the way, and becomes swept up in a quest to rescue an unjustly imprisoned victim of the evil tyrant. But what Summer doesn't know is that greater forces are at play, and she might be at the center of something bigger than she could have ever imagined.

 

Find the book here: Heir of Prophecy by Savannah Falk

 

Looking for a gripping, coming-of-age story with a dark twist? Look no further than Ghostlight.

As 15-year-old Claire Payne navigates the summer before her Sweet 16, she discovers a captivating world of ghost stories and love letters crafted by Don Preston, a man twice her age. But as their relationship intensifies, strange incidents begin to occur around the theater, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

With echoes of the classic film Gaslight and the masterful portrayal of troubled adolescence in My Dark Vanessa, Ghostlightexplores the devastating impact of innocence lost. From the haunting manipulation of a charismatic predator to the raw and delicate prose, readers will be gripped by this coming-of-age tale.

Step behind the curtain and immerse yourself in the world of community theater, backstage air, and the cramped tech booth. But be warned, this powerful story tackles difficult themes, including grooming and disordered eating. Ghostlight is a must-read for anyone who enjoys thrilling, thought-provoking literature.

Find the book here: Ghostlight by Caitlin Du Bois

 

Every town has its legends, but in Downingtown, the magic of Halloween isn't just a story—it's a mystery waiting to be solved. Are you ready to embark on a moonlit quest?

When the enchantment of Halloween seems to fade for 13-year-old James, a lucky find thrusts him, siblings Ella and Fox, and loyal friend Aiden into the heart of Downingtown, Pennsylvania's most captivating mystery. An ancient map couples with a timeworn newspaper article, whispering tales of the enigmatic Lady Eleanor Hawthorne and her vanished magical locket.

As the kids unearth the town's concealed magic as they decipher cryptic riddles and confront spine-tingling legends—from a witch's silhouette on a telephone pole to the icy grip of the Twin Tunnels. Along this quest, they realize that Halloween's spirit is alive and their town's magic has been waiting to be rediscovered.

Delve deep into the enchanted secrets of Downingtown. Grab your copy now and join James and his friends on a journey where every clue holds the key to preserving the magic of Halloween!

Find the book here: The Lost Locket of Downingtown by Caitlin Du Bois