The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice

The Wishkeeper’s Apprentice by Rachel Chivers Khoo is a children’s book published by Candlewick Press on March 4, 2025. This 240-page story follows ten-year-old Felix, who unexpectedly finds himself involved with a mysterious old man at a wishing fountain. As Felix navigates his relationship with his sister and the challenges of being a Wishkeeper’s apprentice, he discovers that the role comes with significant responsibilities, including facing a real threat that endangers the wishes of his town.
Readers will find a blend of action and adventure as Felix learns about the intricacies of wishes and the magic surrounding them. The narrative explores themes of family life and growing up, all while incorporating elements of fantasy and magic. With lively illustrations complementing the text, this tale promises to engage young readers with its charm and imaginative storyline.
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“Imaginative, heart-warming. . . . A magical tale.” –A. F. Steadman, New York Times best-selling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
When ten-year-old Felix drops a penny in the wishing fountain at the center of town, he really doesn’t expect his seventeen-year-old sister to suddenly like him again, or to offer to share a cinnamon bun or watch cartoons like they used to. She hasn’t even remembered she was supposed to give him a ride home! But someone else is at the fountain too: a strange old man with a fishing pole who claims to be invisible. To Felix’s amazement, he learns that the old man is a Wishkeeper, and he needs an apprentice! But being a Wishkeeper’s apprentice isn’t just about organizing incoming wishes and untangling wish snags. A strange wolf-man who’s been haunting Felix’s dreams is real and a threat to every wish that has ever been granted in the town of Whittlestone, the town’s Wishkeeper, and Felix himself. With lively illustrations, this sweet adventure bubbles with charm and heart.
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