Enchanted Characters & Imagination

Great Balloon Chase By Don Campbell In the cheerful town of Puddlewick, where even the clouds wear party hats, young Zoe and her mischievous cat Jasmine are swept into a sky-bound adventure that begins with a wish and ends with a discovery far greater than they imagined. Every year, Puddlewick's balloon festival fills the skies with hearts, stars, dragons, cupcakes—and even a flying pickle. But Zoe isn't looking at the balloons around her. She's chasing the legendary Golden Balloon, said to grant a single wish to those pure of heart. With a bundle of balloons tied to her wrist and Jasmine clinging to her shoulder, Zoe is lifted into the clouds on a journey filled with talking weather, shimmering rainbows, and mysterious magic. Along the way, Zoe helps a rainbow find its missing color, befriends a boy named Felix who's lost his way, and faces a mountaintop owl who guards the power of selfless wishes. As the wind guides her through skies of wonder and whispers of wisdom, Zoe learns that the truest magic isn't in the wish itself—but in the kindness, courage, and joy shared along the way. The Great Balloon Chase is a standalone story in Don Campbell's Enchanted Characters & Imagination series, blending lifelike magical realism with playful charm and emotional clarity. With richly imagined scenes, gentle humor, and a hidden puzzle for sharp-eyed readers, this tale is perfect for families, educators, and dreamers of all ages. Inside you'll find: A heartwarming adventure through skies and dreams A clever cat named Jasmine with a color-changing secret ?? A rainbow in need of help and a boy in need of hope ?? A mountaintop owl who guards the power of selfless wishes ? A magical puzzle hidden in the illustrations Disclaimer of Delight: No balloons were popped. No cats were squished. One pickle was rescued. All wishes passed kindness inspection. Side effects may include spontaneous smiling, warm fuzzies, and the urge to hug someone you love.