The Violet Armchair

By Wayne Atkinson

Every evening, nine-year-old Iris settles into the faded violet armchair by the window and whispers her secrets to Wren-a friend no one else can see. But Wren isn't imaginary. She knows things that have been deliberately forgotten: the details of a letter that vanished decades ago, a sister whose name was struck from family records, and truths so dangerous that three generations have conspired to bury them.

As Wren's cryptic hints slowly unravel into a clearer picture, Iris faces an impossible choice. Does she let sleeping secrets stay hidden, or does she force her family to confront what they've spent years pretending never happened? What she discovers will challenge everything she believed about love, loyalty, and the bonds that hold families together-including the ones that exist beyond the reach of the living.

The Violet Armchair is a richly illustrated mystery for readers who crave atmospheric storytelling with real emotional weight. Part ghost story, part family drama, entirely unforgettable, it explores how the past refuses to stay buried and how courage sometimes means asking questions no one wants to answer. Perfect for children ages 8-12 who love atmospheric narratives like Coraline and The Night Diary, or who are drawn to stories about hidden histories and the magic that blooms when someone finally listens.

A haunting page-turner that proves the most important conversations often happen in the quiet moments between worlds.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H7MWT1Y7
• ISBN13: 9798185513286
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"