
The Goblin Baby explores the common childhood struggle of adjusting to a new sibling through the imaginative lens of young Amanda. Feeling displaced by her baby brother, Amanda concocts a story that a goblin has replaced him with a changeling. This narrative allows her to process her jealousy and frustration in a safe, fantastical way, guided by her loyal garden friends. The story gently navigates Amanda's journey from reluctance to eventual acceptance and love for her brother, making it a heartwarming read for children aged 4-11 and their parents.
Because she is reluctant to accept her new baby brother, Amanda convinces her garden friends that a goblin has stolen her real sibling and replaced him with a changeling.