The Inkwell Chronicles: The Ink of Elspet

Everett and his sister Bea find a magical pen with Ink that can create anything, but they must use it to save their father from dangerous enemies called Blotters before it's too late.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Eleven-year-old Everett, filled with admiration for the courageous characters in his dad's comic books, yearns to possess the same bravery. However, his world is turned upside down when his father mysteriously disappears after a tragic train crash in London. Left with only questions and a briefcase containing a peculiar old pen, Everett and his younger sister Bea are thrust into a quest to unravel the mysteries surrounding their father's disappearance.

Little do they know, the pen holds extraordinary powers, capable of creating anything imaginable with its magical Ink. However, their journey is fraught with danger as they face formidable adversaries known as Blotters, determined to destroy the Ink and everything it stands for.

With the help of Inklings, secret protectors of the Ink, Everett and Bea embark on a perilous journey across England and Scotland, seeking the lost Inkwell that could hold the key to their father's whereabouts. The magic of the Ink proves invaluable in their quest, enabling them to create escape routes and clever disguises. Yet, the Blotters relentlessly pursue them, relentless in their pursuit to extinguish the Ink and eliminate Everett and his family.

As the stakes rise, Everett realizes that he must tap into the most extraordinary power of all—his courage—to save the day. Despite his struggles to wield the Ink as others do, he refuses to give up. With determination and resilience, Everett embarks on a final showdown with the Blotters, determined to protect the Ink and his family from harm.

In a climactic battle, Everett summons all his courage and uses the Ink to its fullest potential. With a burst of bravery, he confronts the Blotters and triumphs, preserving the magic of the Ink and reuniting with his father.

Through their journey, Everett and Bea learn the true meaning of courage, resilience, and the power of imagination. They discover that even in the face of adversity, the ability to believe in oneself and embrace the extraordinary can lead to extraordinary achievements.

As they return home, Everett holds the pen tightly, knowing that its magical Ink will always be a source of inspiration and bravery, reminding him that he can overcome any challenge that comes his way.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 218 x 146 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399805049