The Lightworker (Hardcover)

Abbie Richey Butler

ISBN 13: 9798995125914

Published by Whimsy Log Press, 2026

About this Item

Hardcover. Twelve-year-old Lucy Miller has always felt different. Sensitive, imaginative, and deeply aware of the world around her, she's spent years hiding parts of herself just to fit in. But when strange shadows begin appearing around her small town and mysterious glowing crystals reveal their power, Lucy discovers that her differences may be the very thing that makes her extraordinary.As dark forces known as the Gloomies threaten to drain the light from the world, Lucy learns she is a Lightworker-one of the few capable of seeing, protecting, and restoring the light that connects all living things. With the help of her best friend, a trail of magical clues, and her own growing courage, Lucy must uncover the truth about who she is and what she's meant to do.While facing fear, self-doubt, and the challenges of starting middle school, Lucy begins to realize that bravery doesn't mean being fearless-it means choosing to shine even when darkness closes in. Along the way, she discovers that her sensitivity is a gift, her kindness is a strength, and her light may have the power to change more than just her own life.The Lightworker is a heartfelt middle-grade fantasy adventure filled with mystery, spooky magical elements, friendship, courage, and self-acceptance. Perfect for readers who love magical realism, coming-of-age adventures, and stories that celebrate the power of being different. A haunting middle-grade fantasy for ages 9-13 about a girl who can see lights and shadows others cannot. As people's lights begin to disappear, she must confront her hidden abilities before the darkness takes over. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Lightworker (Hardcover)
• Publisher: Whimsy Log Press
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798995125914
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The more she hides, the darker it gets.

Twelve-year-old Lucy Miller has been lying to everyone since she was seven.
And she would've started earlier had she realized it wasn’t normal to see a beam of light radiating from people’s foreheads—or that she might be the only one who can.

She’s also the only one in her family haunted by shadow creatures when she sleeps.

And now—just in time for middle school—the shadows are growing stronger than ever.

If her dad finds out she’s not sleeping again, she’ll be sent back to the special doctor to “fix” her overactive imagination—and lose her social life for good.

So Lucy keeps lying.

And somehow, it works—landing her a spot in the popular group at school.

But when the shadows start seeping into the daylight, and people’s lights begin going out one by one, Lucy realizes something terrifying:

This isn’t just her problem anymore.

Because she’s seen a light go out before—and she knows what comes next.

A haunting yet hopeful middle-grade fantasy about bravery, belonging, and the magic of becoming who you truly are.

Perfect for readers ages 9–13 who love mysterious worlds, hidden powers, and unforgettable adventures where light and shadow collide.