The Uses of Enchantment

The Uses of Enchantment
Author: Bruno Bettelheim
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2010-12-22
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0307773523

Winner of the National Book Award and National Book Critics Circle Award "A charming book about enchantment, a profound book about fairy tales."—John Updike, The New York Times Book Review Bruno Bettelheim was one of the great child psychologists of the twentieth century and perhaps none of his books has been more influential than this revelatory study of fairy tales and their universal importance in understanding childhood development. Analyzing a wide range of traditional stories, from the tales of Sindbad to “The Three Little Pigs,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and “The Sleeping Beauty,” Bettelheim shows how the fantastical, sometimes cruel, but always deeply significant narrative strands of the classic fairy tales can aid in our greatest human task, that of finding meaning for one’s life.

Come to the Fairies' Ball

Come to the Fairies' Ball
Author: Jane Yolen
Publisher: Wordsong
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2009
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1590784642

All the fairies are excited to be invited to the King's ball, except for one young fairy whose only party dress is in tatters.

Enchantment

Enchantment
Author: Orson Scott Card
Publisher: Del Rey
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2005-05-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0345484509

In Enchantment, Orson Scott Card works his magic as never before, transforming the timeless story of Sleeping Beauty into an original fantasy brimming with romance and adventure. The moment Ivan stumbled upon a clearing in the dense Carpathian forest, his life was forever changed. Atop a pedestal encircled by fallen leaves, the beautiful princess Katerina lay still as death. But beneath the foliage a malevolent presence stirred and sent the ten-year-old Ivan scrambling for the safety of Cousin Marek's farm. Now, years later, Ivan is an American graduate student, engaged to be married. Yet he cannot forget that long-ago day in the forest—or convince himself it was merely a frightened boy’s fantasy. Compelled to return to his native land, Ivan finds the clearing just as he left it. This time he does not run. This time he awakens the beauty with a kiss . . . and steps into a world that vanished a thousand years ago. A rich tapestry of clashing worlds and cultures, Enchantment is a powerfully original novel of a love and destiny that transcend centuries . . . and the dark force that stalks them across the ages.

Ogre Enchanted

Ogre Enchanted
Author: Gail Carson Levine
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2018-10-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062561251

Set in the world of the Newbery Honor-winning Ella Enchanted, this tale by beloved author Gail Carson Levine stars a clever heroine who is determined to defy expectations—and outwit a fairy’s curse. Evie is happiest when she is healing people, diagnosing symptoms and prescribing medications, with the help of her devoted friend (and test subject) Wormy. So when Wormy unexpectedly proposes to her, she kindly turns him down; she has far too much to do to be marrying anyone. And besides, she simply isn’t in love with him. But a certain meddling fairy named Lucinda has been listening in, and she doesn’t approve of Evie’s rejection. Suddenly, Evie finds herself transformed from a girl into a hideous, hungry ogre! Stuck in this new and confusing form, Evie now has only sixty-two days to accept another proposal—or else be stuck as an ogre forever.

An Enchantment of Ravens

An Enchantment of Ravens
Author: Margaret Rogerson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2017-09-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481497588

A skilled painter must stand up to the ancient power of the faerie courts--even as she falls in love with a faerie prince--in this gorgeous debut novel. 6 x 9.

Enchantment

Enchantment
Author: Camille Peters
Publisher:
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2020
Genre: Beauty and the beast (Tale)
ISBN:

"Inspired by Beauty and the Beast. When Maren runs away from the threat of a forced marriage, the last place she expects to end up is the Malvagarian Palace, home to the enchanted gardens, a cursed prince, and a magical rose that traps her there. Crown Prince Briar isn't pleased to be stuck with a troublesome guest, especially one as mischievous and curious as Maren. She, on the other hand, is determined to escape, but instead finds herself inconveniently falling in love with him. Despite her lack of beauty, feelings steadily blossom between her and the prince. Their budding romance is soon threatened when sinister magic begins to eclipse the enchanted gardens, a darkness which quickly spreads not only to the kingdom, but to the king himself. In order to stop it, Briar and Maren will both be forced to make a heart-wrenching sacrifice, only to realize that the gardens’ requirements may prove too high a price."--Back cover.

The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake

The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake
Author: Kris Nedy
Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2023-09-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1035824027

As a young girl from a quiet mountain village, Michaela dreams of becoming the most beautiful girl in the world. Then one day, a mysterious encounter at a secluded lake makes her dream come true, and her life transforms completely. Before she knows it, Michaela is living a fairytale life in a royal castle, surrounded by riches, glamour and the attentions of an adoring public. But inside her, an evil stirs, brought to life by the deal she made at the lake. To redeem her soul, she needs the help of powerful beings, magical creatures, and a wise old witch. But the ultimate battle she must win is not only with the malevolent creature that dwells within her; it is with herself.

Ella Enchanted

Ella Enchanted
Author: Gail Carson Levine
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2012-12-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062253484

This beloved Newbery Honor-winning story about a feisty heroine is sure to enchant readers new and old. At her birth, Ella of Frell receives a foolish fairy's gift—the “gift” of obedience. Ella must obey any order, whether it's to hop on one foot for a day and a half, or to chop off her own head! But strong-willed Ella does not accept her fate... Against a bold backdrop of princes, ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, and fairy godmothers, Ella goes on a quest to break the curse forever. A tween favorite for 25 years—now shared with today's young readers by moms, teachers, and other adults who remember the pleasure of discovering this fun fairy-tale retelling themselves!

The Bitches of Enchantment

The Bitches of Enchantment
Author: Barbra Annino
Publisher:
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2020-11-11
Genre:
ISBN:

A laugh out loud fairy tale featuring modern-day princesses with attitude. The Bitches are back and they're royally pissed off. Newly awakened and hell bent on reclaiming their crowns, their magic and their people, the queens are determined to break the curse of Everafter and save the United Kingdom of Enchantment from total destruction. Their allegiance solidified once more, they prepare for a battle like they've never fought before. With a little help from some unlikely heroes, the queens look to their leader, Snow White, who must determine friend from foe as they race against time to reclaim their happily-ever-afters. But the clock is ticking. Enemies are everywhere. And they really have to pee. Can five fierce women build an army, break a spell and defeat a diabolical villain before all is lost? Find out in The Bitches of Enchantment. ★★★★★ "If you ever wanted to see how Snow White and the other "Disney" Princesses could be when all the glitter has vanished, this series if for you!" ★★★★★ "It is fun, it is clever, it is wild and original. Everyone who has a sense of humor should check this story out." ★★★★★ "This was everything I could want in a reimagined princess story." ★★★★★ "I loved this book. Every character from Grimm's Fairy Tales is mentioned. Every character from Alice in Wonderland is here too. Enjoy a rollicking good time as you read about fairy tale characters as they have never been written before." ★★★★★ "This is such a good book, it has action, adventure, love and kick ass women. It's lots of fun to read."