Quackenstein Hatches a Family is a delightfully spooky and hilariously kooky tale about a lonely ducks surprising new friendship, written by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and illustrated by Brian T. Jones.

In his gloomy zoo lair, Quackenstein longs for companionship. When he decides to adopt an egg from the nursery, his life takes an unexpected turn. Inspired by Dr. Frankenstein, Quack is horrified when his egg hatches into a mysterious “monster” that chases him through the zoo in a wild, rollicking adventure reminiscent of classic monster movies.

But in a heartwarming twist, the monster turns out to be an adorable platypus, and Quack discovers that familyand lovecan come in the most unexpected forms.

Told in lively rhyme with humor and heart, this playful parody is perfect for kids who love spooky stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and a feel-good ending that celebrates friendship and family.