Maddie A Little Ghost with a Secret

By Cindy J Vanous

In the quiet ghost town of Terlingua, Texas, Maddie isn't like the other ghosts. While her parents and friends show off dazzling ghostly powers, Maddie searches for a gift that's truly her own.

She tries everything from spooky tricks to starry surprises, but nothing seems to work-until a simple hobby she keeps secret begins to reveal something magical. Not the kind of magic you can see, but the kind you can feel.

With warmth, humor, and a sprinkle of Halloween charm, Maddie - A Little Ghost with a Secret is a heartwarming children's picture book about courage, family, and discovering what makes you special. Perfect for fall storytimes, school libraries, and kids who love friendly ghost stories that celebrate belonging and the magic of being yourself.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FRZQM3NR
• ISBN13: 9798990258679
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Author Cindy Vanous
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 11.0" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 6 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 7

Customer Reviews

A Lovely Read for Young Readers

Maddie - A Little Ghost with a Secret by Cindy J. Vanous is a beautiful picture book about a friendly ghost named Maddie who lives in an enchanting ghost town in Terlingua, Texas. Maddie and other ghosts in town all have these ghostly superpowers, like making butterflies just appear and dance. Maddie, however, is feeling pretty ordinary and is thinking maybe she doesn’t have her own superpowers. Maddie goes on a journey of self-discovery…only to figure out that the answer was with her all along. I found Maddie to be a lovely story for younger readers as it focuses on a lot of positive messages to help in their personal growth. The entirety of the story is focused on Maddie finding out what makes her special and different through the journey of self-discovery. She looks inward for her answers instead of having to look at everyone else. Maddie also celebrates the importance of connection and family, as well as the importance of remaining hopeful. Maddie is a beautiful story that would be a perfect gift for your younger readers - a tool in cultivating that adventurous and confident spirit for children.