Karl M Cottle

Sockboy The Halloween Special Karl M Cottle

A Festive Halloween Adventure of Self-Discovery

Book Two in the Sockboy series finds our hero discovering his purpose in life and then seeing the powerful effect of compassion. For the lovers of Halloween and all things spooky, this book shows you can have fun with your dark side as Sockboy dons a brand-new suit. The bright, colorful, season-inspired artwork is full of life and love for the time of year and is stuffed with easter eggs (references) to iconic moments. It also celebrates the seasonal specials and Halloween-themed shows that aired on network television.

This story helps children with learning how to avoid conflicts, deals with our response to bullies and identifying the cyclical nature of abuse. It's also about an awakening and the creation of an identity. This series continues to address important moments in life in fun and approachable ways. There is a fun aspect to this book; it's written in verse with great read-aloud potential. Each book in this series has its own theme, but ultimately these books are about healing, hope, and happiness.