Book Series · 3 Books

The Inkwell Chronicles Books

In order from The Ink of Elspet to Operation Bungaree.

The Inkwell Chronicles series is a set of 3 chapter books by J.D. Peabody, published between 2022 and 2024. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 370 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sale price

$1597

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

The Ink of Elspet

By J.D. Peabody

A magical pen leads siblings on a quest to save their father and a hidden world.

384 pages

$16.99Save 6%

Hardcover

Summary: Everett and Bea's lives change when a magical pen reveals a hidden world of magic and danger. With their father missing after a train crash, they must navigate secret tunnels across England and Scotland. Their mission: protect the last Inkwell and save their father. As they face formidable foes, Everett must discover his courage to triumph in this battle of creativity versus destruction. Will they succeed before it's too late?

In reading order

The Inkwell Chronicles Series

3 books · Published 2022–2024

#1 in Series

Sale price

$1597

The Ink of Elspet

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A magical pen leads siblings on a quest to save their father and a hidden world.

#2 in Series

Sale price

$1597

Race to Krakatoa

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A new ink's mysterious origins threaten creativity's survival. Can siblings uncover the truth in time?

#3 in Series

Sale price

$1597

Operation Bungaree

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A boy lost in peril must find his way home as magic ink and time run out.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Inkwell Chronicles series?

There are 3 books in the Inkwell Chronicles series. It began with The Ink of Elspet in 2022, and the newest book, Operation Bungaree, was published in 2024.