A Dash of Magic

A Dash of Magic
Author: Kathryn Littlewood
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2013-02-12
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062084313

This second book in the acclaimed Bliss trilogy mixes the down-home heart-punch of Ingrid Law's Newbery Honor Book Savvy, the always-on-the-edge-of-chaos comedy of Cheaper by the Dozen, and a humorous magic all its own to create a thoroughly original confection to please every reader's sweet tooth! The Bliss family's magical Cookery Booke was stolen by evil Aunt Lily at the end of Bliss, the first novel in the series. Now twelve-year-old Rosemary has a chance to win it back: she challenges her aunt to an Iron Chef-style international baking competition in Paris. But the only way to beat the cheating Aunt Lily is to gather magical ingredients of her own. Together with her brothers and their talking cat and mouse, Rose races across Paris—from the Eiffel Tower to the Cathedral of Notre Dame to the Mona Lisa in the Louvre Museum—to gather what she needs to out-bake—and out-magic—her conniving aunt. If Rose wins, the cherished Cookery Booke will return to her family where it belongs. If she loses—well, the consequences are too ugly to think about. . . .

Baker's Magic

Baker's Magic
Author: Diane Zahler
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2016-02-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1623707404

Bee is an orphan, alone in a poor, crumbling kingdom. In desperation, she steals a bun from a bakery. To Bee's surprise, the baker offers her a place at his shop. As she learns to bake, Bee discovers that she has a magical power. When a new friend desperately needs her help against an evil mage, Bee wonders what a small orphan girl with only a small bit of magic can do. Bee's journey to help her friend becomes a journey to save the kingdom, and a discovery of the meaning of family.

The Ancient Ones

The Ancient Ones
Author: Michael S Foster
Publisher: Dragonfall Press
Total Pages: 661
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

For time immeasurable they have stood upon the earth like pillars of darkness, casting their shadows across the land. Minions of the Demon King, they were left behind to oversee humanity: guardians of the sacred flock. Samuel, last of the Magician Lords, must hunt them down if he is to save his son, before their master returns to reap his savage harvest. The valiant survivors of Amandia join his side, embarking on an epic voyage to seal the demon gate and free mankind of its eternal curse. With each battle, Samuel risks being overcome by the evil trapped within him, teetering on the brink of becoming something far worse than any of them could imagine.

Samantha's Magical Garden

Samantha's Magical Garden
Author: JASPER WONDERLEAF
Publisher: XinXii
Total Pages: 55
Release: 2024-03-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3989835580

Attention: Enter the captivating world of "Samantha's Magical Garden," where young hearts yearning for magical experiences will find a tapestry of wonder and delight on every page. Interest: Join Samantha, a lively little child, on an amazing trip as she finds a mystery seed that grows into an unbelievable garden. This engrossing children's book sets the mood for a magnificent journey by inviting them to discover the marvels of friendship and the natural world. Desire: Benny the friendly butterfly, talking tulips, and lively fairies may all be found among the blooming pages of the garden for kids. Children are enthralled with Samantha's stories of dancing daisies and giggly grasshoppers, and they want to join her in this realm of limitless imagination. Enchanting ponds, ethereal animals, and petal walkways make it impossible to avoid experiencing the charm. Interest: Young readers will turn each page with eager fingers as they explore the fascinating sunflower labyrinth, absorb the wisdom of the wise old oak, and learn from the amusing frogs. Celebrate the great finale with flowering endings that leave a lasting impression on young readers' hearts, and harvest joy with Samantha during the Harvest Moon Festival. In "Samantha's Magical Garden," the activity is not just reading the stories but also accepting the charms of compassion and goodwill that are interwoven with each one. As you follow Samantha's experiences, sow the seeds of compassion, imagination, and friendship, encouraging young hearts to blossom with optimism. With its interactive experience, this storybook goes beyond the typical and encourages creativity and curiosity. Come along with Samantha as she sows the seeds of happiness, love, and caring to create a stunning tapestry that blooms beyond the pages. "Samantha's Magical Garden" is more than just a children's book; it's a doorway to a world where kids may help create amazing things. This book becomes a treasured friend, encouraging a love of reading and nourishing the limitless potential of young minds with its bright images and endearing stories. A literary sanctuary where children may dream, study, and develop is created by the engrossing trip that takes place in Samantha's garden. This storybook is more than simply a book of stories; it's a magical container that provides a haven where ideas germinate and grow into an infinitely creative landscape.

The Garden Of Magic (The Language of Spells)

The Garden Of Magic (The Language of Spells)
Author: Sarah Painter
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 126
Release: 2015-08-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1474044883

A magical Pendleford prequel novella from the bestselling author of The Language of Spells, that introduces the world to Iris Harper – the original Harper witch.

Stop Whining! Start Selling!

Stop Whining! Start Selling!
Author: Jeff Blackman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2003-12-18
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780471463634

If you want real-world solutions to drive monstrous results, like a 25—50% increase or more in revenue and earnings, Stop Whining! Start Selling! is for you! As a business leader, salesperson, CEO, manager, executive, or entrepreneur, get ready to grow your business, enhance your profits, boost your earnings, and improve your life. Quickly, ethically, and dramatically! This book gives you an almost unfair competitive advantage. It’s loaded with powerful insights and how-to success strategies on: Ethics Sales Marketing Negotiations And more! Order your copy today!

A Spoonful of Magic

A Spoonful of Magic
Author: Irene Radford
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2017-11-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0756412927

A delightful new urban fantasy about a kitchen witch and her magical family Daphne "Daffy" Rose Wallace Deschants has an ideal suburban life—three wonderful and talented children; a coffee shop and bakery, owned and run with her best friend; a nearly perfect husband, Gabriel, or "G" to his friends and family. Life could hardly be better. But G's perfection hides dangerous secrets. When Daffy uncovers evidence of his infidelity, her perfect life seems to be in ruins. On their wedding anniversary, Daffy prepares to confront him, only to be stopped in her tracks when he foils a mugging attempt using wizard-level magic. Suddenly, Daphne is part of a world she never imagined--where her husband is not a traveling troubleshooter for a software company, but the sheriff of the International Guild of Wizards, and her brilliant children are also budding magicians. Even she herself is not just a great baker and barista—she's actually a kitchen witch. And her discovery of her powers is only just beginnning. But even the midst of her chaotic new life, another problem is brewing. G's ex-wife, a dangerous witch, has escaped from her magical prison. Revenge-bent and blind, she needs the eyes of her son to restore her sight—the son Daffy has raised as her own since he was a year old. Now Daphne must find a way to harness her new powers and protect her family—or risk losing everything she holds dear.

Scales

Scales
Author: Ellen Mint
Publisher: Totally Entwined Group (USA+CAD)
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2023-03-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1839436484

FROM POPULAR ROMANCE AUTHOR ELLEN MINT Book six in the Coven of Desire series Even witches need a vacation. Everything that could go wrong in Layla's life has. There's a murderous werewolf cult, Mr. White plotting to destroy the world, and worst of all— her mother. Her boys aren't doing much better. The demon's questioning his place in Layla's life. The ghost is growing stronger and losing himself in the process. The werewolf is fighting against the newest addition no matter how hard he tries to make nice. They deserve a break to a private cabin on a lake. Okay, so they'll have to put in some labor to help bring the resort up to snuff for the summer season, but a free vacation is still an escape. There's still nights laying under the stars on Cal's chest, licking s'mores off Ink's abs by a bonfire, being serenaded by Daniel on a boat ride, and snuggling beneath Garavel's wings. Evil, however, doesn't take a break. All the past demons come home to roost as the coven face not only what they were running from but a lake monster who may not be so mythical after all. In this steamy and heart-racing entry to Coven of Desire, Layla fights to protect her men from the demons both outside and in.

Popular Magic: Cunning-folk in English History

Popular Magic: Cunning-folk in English History
Author: Owen Davies
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2007-06-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 082644279X

Cunning-folk were local practitioners of magic, providing small-scale but valued service to the community. They were far more representative of magical practice than the arcane delvings of astrologers and necromancers. Mostly unsensational in their approach, cunning-folk helped people with everyday problems: how to find lost objects; how to escape from bad luck or a suspected spell; and how to attract a lover or keep the love of a husband or wife. While cunning-folk sometimes fell foul of the authorities, both church and state often turned a blind eye to their existence and practices, distinguishing what they did from the rare and sensational cases of malvolent witchcraft. In a world of uncertainty, before insurance and modern science, cunning-folk played an important role that has previously been ignored.

The Way of Integrity

The Way of Integrity
Author: Martha Beck
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2021-04-13
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1984881493

OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICK A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “A roadmap on the journey to truth and authenticity… [The Way of Integrity] is filled with aha moments and practical exercises that can guide us as we seek enlightenment.” –Oprah Winfrey Bestselling author, life coach, and sociologist Martha Beck explains why “integrity”—needed now more than ever in these tumultuous times—is the key to a meaningful and joyful life As Martha Beck says in her book, “Integrity is the cure for psychological suffering. Period.” In The Way of Integrity, Beck presents a four-stage process that anyone can use to find integrity, and with it, a sense of purpose, emotional healing, and a life free of mental suffering. Much of what plagues us—people pleasing, staying in stale relationships, negative habits—all point to what happens when we are out of touch with what truly makes us feel whole. Inspired by The Divine Comedy, Beck uses Dante’s classic hero’s journey as a framework to break down the process of attaining personal integrity into small, manageable steps. She shows how to read our internal signals that lead us towards our true path, and to recognize what we actually yearn for versus what our culture sells us. With techniques tested on hundreds of her clients, Beck brings her expertise as a social scientist, life coach and human being to help readers to uncover what integrity looks like in their own lives. She takes us on a spiritual adventure that not only will change the direction of our lives, but also bring us to a place of genuine happiness.