The Lamplighter

By Amanda Joy Dykes

In a courtyard of old brick and fading charm, one of London's last gaslights glows. Four children embark on a daring adventure-to save the lamplighter's job-and along the way, discover friendship, courage, and the magic of hope, touching everyone they meet as they learn that what the lamplighter says is true:

"Just recall

You never know

Just how far

A light can go..."

With every turn of the page, the story grows brighter, more colorful, and alive with light-just like the hearts of its readers. By the end, children will carry a joyful thought: they, too, are lamplighters, spreading hope wherever they go.

The Lamplighter blends the timeless charm of classics like Madeline and Make Way for Ducklings with fresh storytelling full of adventure and delight.

From bestselling, award-winning author Amanda Dykes and debut illustrator Alissa Flanagan comes a new classic sure to bring enchantment, joy, and hope to young readers' shelves.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HHX72TZT
• ISBN13: 9798993061108
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Lanternwood Press
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 11.0" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7