A mystery to solve
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PageQuest Society / The Vanishing Words
PageQuest Society · Book 1
The Vanishing Words
A mystery adventure chapter book for kids ages 7–10. Join Ethan and Luna as words mysteriously disappear, clues lead to new questions, and reading becomes a quest.
Ages 7–10Children's mysteryBook 1 of 5By Michael Viltala
Enter the mystery
When words vanish, the quest begins.
In The Vanishing Words, Ethan Parker and Luna Reed are drawn into a world where words are disappearing. With help from Mrs. Grant—and with the mysterious Archivist and Shadow Eraser in the picture—they must pay attention, ask questions, and follow clues to uncover what is happening.
Written for readers ages 7–10, this children’s mystery and adventure story can be enjoyed by independent readers, growing readers, and families reading aloud together. Parents and teachers can use its characters, clues, and choices to start conversations about reading.
Why readers join the quest
A story that keeps curiosity moving.
Heroes who grow
Ethan and Luna face uncertainty with courage, friendship, and the willingness to keep learning.
Reading beyond the book
Free printable mission materials help families and educators extend the adventure.
Meet the cast
Every quest needs allies—and adversaries.
Ethan Parker
A young reader drawn into a mystery bigger than expected.
Luna Reed
A determined fellow quester ready to follow the clues.
Mrs. Grant
A guiding presence as the mystery begins to unfold.
The Archivist
A mysterious figure connected to the wider PageQuest world.
Shadow Eraser
A threatening force at the heart of the vanishing words.
Continue the adventure
Free quest activities for Book 1.
Turn reading time into an interactive mission with printable resources created for families, educators, and young readers.
- Book One Quest Mission
- Educator and Family Guide
- Quest Journal Field Notes
- PageQuest Society Welcome Sampler
Made for readers ages 7–10
The book-and-activity combination supports conversation, observation, imagination, and the satisfying feeling of completing a mission.
For families: use the materials after reading or between chapters.
For educators: build discussion and reflection around characters, choices, clues, and themes.
Questions about Book 1
Frequently asked questions
What age group is The Vanishing Words written for?
The Vanishing Words is intended for children ages 7–10. Families can also enjoy reading and discussing it together.
Is The Vanishing Words available in paperback and Kindle?
Yes. Book 1 is available as a paperback and as a Kindle eBook through Amazon.
What is The Vanishing Words about?
Ethan Parker and Luna Reed investigate disappearing words, follow clues, and meet allies and adversaries in a mystery adventure.
Can parents and teachers use reading activities with the book?
Yes. PageQuest Society provides reading-adventure articles and free quest materials for families and educators.
Your first mission awaits
Begin with The Vanishing Words.
Discover Book 1 of the PageQuest Society mystery-adventure series by Michael Viltala. For more ideas, visit our Reading Adventures hub or explore mystery books for young readers.