PagineThe Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald is a perfect spooky-season read — free to enjoy online this Halloween, right here in the Pagine library.
A brave princess and a young miner outwit the goblins beneath the mountain.
Atmospheric and just the right kind of thrilling, this is a great pick for Halloween reading. Share it aloud by torchlight, or let an independent reader enjoy the chills on their own — a perfect way to turn spooky season into reading season.
The Princess and the Goblin is one of 14,000+ free books in the Pagine online library. Read it on any phone, tablet or computer, and log it in the free Pagine app to earn a streak and a badge for finishing. Looking for more? Browse the full halloween collection.
Yes — you can read The Princess and the Goblin free online in the Pagine library, with no payment or sign-up required.
This edition is a good fit for ages 8–11, though families enjoy reading it aloud together across ages.
Scariness is in the eye of the reader. Preview it first if your child is sensitive, or choose one of the friendlier titles in the collection for younger readers.