The Library That Opened at Midnight

What if the stories inside books were real—and someone was stealing their endings?

Eleven-year-old Emma Calder has always believed that books can take readers anywhere. But she never expected to discover a mysterious library that opens only at midnight.

Inside, towering shelves hold extraordinary books filled with magical worlds, unforgettable characters, and secrets waiting to be discovered.

But something is terribly wrong.

Stories are losing their endings.

Characters are escaping from their books.

And entire imaginary worlds are beginning to disappear.

When Emma discovers that a mysterious figure known as the Editor is behind the disappearing endings, she realizes that saving the library will require more than bravery.

With the help of her friend Samir and an extraordinary group of storybook allies, Emma must uncover four missing sentences before the final door closes and the stories are lost forever.

Along the way, she discovers that friendship, imagination, and courage can change even the most frightening endings.

The Library That Opened at Midnight is an enchanting fantasy adventure filled with magical discoveries, thrilling mysteries, unforgettable characters, and powerful lessons about believing in yourself.

Perfect for readers ages 8–12 who love magical libraries, fantasy adventures, mysterious worlds, and stories that celebrate the power of imagination.

Written by Allen DeKeyser | DeKeyser Publishing