A Lamplighter's Tale (Tales of Minz)

Minz can be a dark and terrible place, filled with terrifying monsters. Come closer, Dear Reader. Let me tell you a story about light and the brave people who keep the darkness and monsters at bay.

Ten-year-old Matt wants nothing more than to become a lamplighter, just like his Grandpa Hal. In his mind, lamplighters have the noblest of trades. They protect people from Vendradooks and other monsters that lurk about in the deep, dark night. At least... that's what Matt has always thought. But when he and his Grandpa Hal travel to the town of Sephar, they land in hot water with an irate government official who thinks all lamplighters are charlatans and fearmongers. Matt's beliefs are called into question, and he must discover the truth once and for all—before it's too late.

Do Vendradooks really exist? Or has Matt's entire life been a lie?

Often irreverent, nonsensical, and uproariously funny, the Tales of Minz series is set in the magical and mysterious world of Minz.

The stories, which can be read in any order, are told by a young, rather overconfident storyteller named Vern. He is joined in this strange narration by an old, experienced storyteller named Barnabas E. Wooldridge, who sees what the series could become and agrees to serve as an editor for the Tales of Minz. However, Vern doesn't take all of Barnabas' suggestions to improve his writing . . . as such, helpful and humorous footnotes are provided by the editor where needed.

If you're a fan of fantasy stories and need a good laugh, this is the series for you!