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Wishing Well
Mildred A. Wirt Benson
25 episodes
1 month ago
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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Fiction
Kids & Family,
Stories for Kids
Episodes (20/25)
Wishing Well
25 - Precious Cargo
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
6 minutes

Wishing Well
24 - River Rising
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Wishing Well
23 - Grand Ball
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Wishing Well
22 - The Missing Necklace
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Wishing Well
21 - Mrs Marborough's Loss
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Wishing Well
20 - Rhoda's Problem
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Wishing Well
19 - Publicity Plus
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Wishing Well
18 - Signboard Indians
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Wishing Well
17 - The Marborough Pearls
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Wishing Well
16 - Inside the Mansion
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Wishing Well
15 - Old Bottles
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Wishing Well
14 - Night Adventure
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Wishing Well
13 - A Silken Ladder
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Wishing Well
12 - No Admittance
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Wishing Well
11 - Jay Franklin's Trickery
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Wishing Well
10 - Beneath the Flagstones
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
8 minutes

Wishing Well
09 - Mysterious Prowlers
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Wishing Well
08 - A Moving Light
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Wishing Well
07 - Penny's Discovery
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Wishing Well
06 - A Wish Fulfilled
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Wishing Well
Dive into the intriguing world of PENNY PARKER, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter with a remarkable talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of Anthony Parker, the widowed publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be fiercely independent, outspoken, and relentlessly innovative. Her cheerful demeanor hides a sharp, observant mind ready to tackle any challenge. Created by Mildred A. Wirt—who also wrote the original Nancy Drew series under the name Carolyn Keene—Penny Parker embodies the independence that Wirt yearned for in her characters. In THE WISHING WELL, the once-majestic yet now derelict Marborough Estate and its fabled stone wishing well become the backdrop for a series of mysterious events. When the reclusive owner suddenly returns and secludes herself within the mansion, Penny senses an adventure brewing. The discovery of an ancient stone with a cryptic 400-year-old message raises questions about authenticity and intention. Who are the two mysterious figures visiting the wishing well under the cover of darkness? With her friend Rhoda—a talented but struggling artist—potentially in danger, Penny leaps into action, determined to uncover the truth. - Summary by Cheryl Adam