Mark & Lola and the Not-So-Haunted House

Halloween has arrived, and Mark is ready for an evening of costumes, candy, and neighborhood fun with his best friend, Lola. But at the end of the street stands an old house that every child believes is haunted.

When Lola follows a mysterious black cat beneath the porch, Mark knows he cannot leave his best friend behind. With his father beside him, the young Halloween detective enters the shadowy house and follows a trail of curious clues through hidden doors, secret staircases, and a passage concealed behind a bookcase.

What Mark discovers is not a frightening ghost, but Mrs. Maple-a kind, lonely neighbor whose unusual home has been misunderstood by everyone around her.

Mark & Lola and the Not-So-Haunted House is a warm, gently suspenseful Halloween adventure about courage, friendship, community, and the importance of getting to know someone before judging them by appearances. Featuring festive autumn illustrations and reassuring family themes, this second Mark & Lola Adventure is perfect for children ages 4-8, classroom reading, and family story time.