Mortimer the Miserable Ghoul Learns to Grin

Synopsis

Mortimer isn't your average ghoul. He lives in a creaky crypt in a dusty ghost town, and he's perpetually grumpy. Everything bothers Mortimer: the creaking of his crypt, the rattling of his bones, even the sunshine (when it dares to peek through). He grumbles, he groans, and he believes life is just one big, miserable mess. But what Mortimer doesn't realize is that his constant complaining is making him, and everyone around him, feel even worse. His perspective is stuck in the shadows, and he can't see the simple joys that are all around him. One day, a wise old hermit with a twinkle in his eye notices Mortimer's gloom. The hermit teaches Mortimer a secret – a powerful magic called gratitude. Through a series of gentle, slightly spooky adventures, Mortimer starts to see things differently. He learns to appreciate the creak of his crypt as a comforting sound, the rattle of his bones as a sign he's still around, and even the sunshine as a warm hug. By discovering the power of being thankful, Mortimer the miserable ghoul begins to transform, finding that a little bit of gratitude can turn even the gloomiest crypt into a place of happiness. This book invites children aged 7-10 to join Mortimer on his journey, showing them how changing their perspective can change their feelings and unlock a world of joy.