The Magical Pumpkin
Three wishes. One Magical Pumpkin. And a Halloween that gets completely out of control!
Join Hope, Joey & Cali in a magical Halloween adventure about wishes, friendship, kindness, and discovering that getting everything you want isn't always what you expect.
⭐ Perfect for ages 4–8.
A Peek Into the Magic
What if a Magical Pumpkin granted you three wishes?
Hope and Joey never expected the pumpkin they discovered to start talking—much less offer them three wishes. But once the wishes begin coming true, their perfect Halloween starts turning into magical chaos.
Why Little Ones Love It
A Magical Halloween Adventure
Wishes, candy, costumes, surprises, and plenty of Halloween magic.
A Story With Heart
A meaningful lesson about friendship, kindness, responsibility, and thinking of others.
Perfect for Ages 4–8
A colorful Halloween read-aloud families can enjoy together year after year.
🐾 Meet the Real Cali
From Real Cat to Storybook Star!
Cali is the real-life inspiration behind the lovable calico cat featured in The Magical Pumpkin. Her real-life personality helped inspire her storybook character, making Cali a very special part of Hope and Joey's magical adventures.
Yes — Cali is a real cat! 🐾
🎃 If the Magical Pumpkin Granted YOU Three Wishes…
What would you wish for?
Wish #1
What would you wish for?
Wish #2
What would you wish for?
Wish #3
What would you wish for?
Ask your children what they would wish for and see where their imaginations take them!
The Fun Continues After the Story!
The paperback edition of The Magical Pumpkin is packed with extra Halloween fun for young readers.
Coloring activities
Pumpkin maze
Hidden Halloween objects
Draw your own pumpkin
Three Wishes activity
Find Cali
Halloween certificate
About the Author
Carrie Volpe
Carrie Volpe has loved Halloween and storytelling since she was a child. The idea for The Magical Pumpkin first began when she was just 13 years old and wrote the original story for a school writing contest.
Years later, Carrie returned to that childhood idea and brought Hope, Joey, the Magical Pumpkin, and Cali to life in a colorful Halloween adventure for a new generation of readers.
Inspired by her love of Halloween, family traditions, imagination, and creating lasting memories, Carrie writes stories that combine fun and magic with meaningful lessons about kindness, friendship, responsibility, and thinking of others.
Cali, the calico cat featured in The Magical Pumpkin, is inspired by Carrie's real-life cat.
Carrie hopes The Magical Pumpkin becomes a Halloween tradition families look forward to reading together year after year — and this is only the beginning of more magical adventures to come.
Read More About Carrie →The Magic Is Only Beginning…
Hope, Joey & Cali will return.
The magic is only beginning. More adventures, new surprises, and unforgettable journeys are on the way for Hope, Joey, and Cali.
Questions? We've Got Answers.
What ages is this book for?
The Magical Pumpkin is written for children ages 4–8 and is perfect as a family read-aloud. The story, illustrations, and activities are all designed with early readers and their grown-ups in mind.
Is it scary?
Not at all! The Magical Pumpkin is a warm, funny, and magical Halloween story — not spooky or frightening. It's full of wonder, silliness, and heart, making it perfect for even the youngest Halloween fans.
Are there activities in the book?
Yes! The paperback edition includes 7 bonus activities: coloring pages, a pumpkin maze, hidden Halloween objects, draw-your-own-pumpkin, a Three Wishes activity, Find Cali, and a Halloween certificate. The fun continues long after the last page!
Is Cali a real cat?
She is! Cali is inspired by author Carrie Volpe's real-life calico cat. Cali's personality and charm helped bring the storybook character to life, making her a very special part of Hope and Joey's adventure.
Where can I buy The Magical Pumpkin?
The Magical Pumpkin is available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle editions. The paperback includes all 7 bonus activities. Click the Buy on Amazon button at the top of this page to get your copy!
Ready to Bring the Magic Home?
The perfect Halloween read-aloud for the whole family. Available now on Amazon.