Magic at Ferns and Blooms is the first of a trilogy for children and teenagers that weaves magic into the day-to-day life of a technologically advancing world where life has become a sprint and nature is more attractive as a game or wall paper on a computer screen or smart phone. At a time when magic is not so real anymore and technology has taken over, Ms. Patricia Sycamore and her cat Snowie come to live in a cottage named ‘Ferns and Blooms’ in a quiet neighbourhood not far from the Magic Forest and things begin to happen! As an English teacher at St. Anne’s School, she is much loved by her students, especially by five children who live near her. Unaware that their teacher is a fairy and one of the magic folk who live in the Magic Forest, the children visit her often and spend much time in her beautiful garden. They help Ms. Patricia and Snowie to put wrong things right, quite unknowingly too! Soon a friendship develops between Patricia and these children, born out of mutual respect and liking. Would you like to join Ms. Patricia and the five children as they try to make a difference in the lives of those around them with a little magic?
More Magic at Ferns and Blooms is the second book of the trilogy. Autumn has spread her cloak over Nature, and the trees are dressed in reds and golds. St. Anne’s is playing a basketball match with the Westside boys, their rival school’s team, who are known for their rough game. Will Ankush be able to lead his team to victory? Meanwhile, Barnie and Molly have lost their babies. So, Snowie sets out to help them. The students at St. Anne’s are preparing for their Half-Yearly exams. The twins, Juhi and Jyoti, will be celebrating their birthday! The children will go camping in the Magic Forest! Also, Silky and Blue Bell have invited Ms. Patricia to the Halloween party in the Magic Forest! Will the children come to know that Ms. Patricia is a fairy? Diwali is here! There are lots of brightly lit diyas, decorations and delicacies. But what about crackers? I’m not too sure about them! Ms. Patricia, Snowie and the children are having an exciting time. Would you like to join them for some more fun and magic?
Goodbye Ferns and Blooms is the third and last book of the Ferns and Blooms trilogy. Christmas is here! Santa informs Ms. Patricia about little Susan and her grandmother’s tragedy. Will Ms. Patricia and Snowie succeed in bringing back their smiles? The Magic Forest is transformed into a Winter Wonderland. There are Christmas trees and snowmen, cakes and popcorns and hot cocoa too! Sniffles, the elf, learns a lesson when he tries to ruin the fun. School opens after the winter vacation. Vain Vanya is to become a better person as she learns to be humble while performing in the Annual Play. Lazy Luke becomes a disciplined boy when he gets the shock of his life! Snowie can’t stop laughing when she hears how he learnt his lesson. Holi brings fun, food, laughter and colours. The garden at Ferns and Blooms is teeming with flowers and fragrance as Spring comes. Ram Kaka and his ‘big black buffalo’ are at the centre of much drama. Ms. Patricia has to make a difficult decision. Would you like to know how the children find out that Ms. Patricia is a fairy?
Once bitten, twice shy. Alex Ashford – a tall, handsome and well known author comes to a small, quiet town to work on his latest romance novel as autumn gives way to winter. Lavinia Hart, the owner of Hart’s Hearth and Home doesn’t trust ‘love’ anymore but she can’t stop herself from falling for Alex Ashford either. Quite an interesting plot for a Christmas romance with some magical mistletoe, snow and a spiteful friend! Will the magical mistletoe somehow draw these soul mates together? Will Cupid intervene on Valentine’s Day?
How do you make a garden grow? In this playful companion to the popular Tap the Magic Tree and Touch the Brightest Star, you will see how tiny seeds bloom into beautiful flowers. And by tapping, clapping, waving, and more, young readers can join in the action! Christie Matheson masterfully combines the wonder of the natural world with the interactivity of reading. Beautiful collage-and-watercolor art follows the seed through its entire life cycle, as it grows into a zinnia in a garden full of buzzing bees, curious hummingbirds, and colorful butterflies. Children engage with the book as they wiggle their fingers to water the seeds, clap to make the sun shine after rain, and shoo away a hungry snail. Appropriate for even the youngest child, Plant the Tiny Seed is never the same book twice—no matter how many times you read it! And for curious young nature lovers, a page of facts about seeds, flowers, and the insects and animals featured in the book is included at the end. Fans of Press Here, Eric Carle, and Lois Ehlert will find their next favorite book in Plant the Tiny Seed.
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
We’ve all seen red roses, blue irises, and yellow daffodils. But when we really look closely at a flower, whole new worlds of beauty and intricacy emerge. Using a unique process that far surpasses conventional macro photography, Robert Llewellyn shows us details that few of us have ever seen: the amazing architecture of stamens and pistils; the subtle shadings on a petal; the secret recesses of nectar tubes. Complementing Llewellyn’s stunning photographs are Teri Dunn Chace’s lyrical, illuminating essays. By highlighting the features that distinguish twenty-eight of the most common families of flowering plants, Chace gives us fascinating insights into the natural history of flowers, such as the relationship between pollinators and floral form and color. At the same time she gives us a deeper appreciation of why and how flowers have become so deeply embedded in human culture. Whether you’re a nature lover, a gardener, a photography buff, or someone who simply responds to the timeless beauty and variety of the floral world, Seeing Flowers will be a source of enduring delight.
Engage with the intelligence of nature to discover your unique role and deepen your spiritual path on Earth • Presents practical ways to rekindle your connection with nature and open up to plant consciousness as a way to enrich your spiritual path • Offers guidance on how to meet plant allies with wisdom teachings specific to you and your path • Provides over 40 exercises, including shamanic journeys, as well as links to digital downloads for a shamanic drumming track and guided meditations As our lives become more absorbed in screen time rather than the great outdoors, it feels essential to open up our senses again to the riches of nature, reestablishing our connection with the heartbeat of the Earth. In this book, Fay Johnstone provides a road map for bridging the gap between plants and people, allowing our sacred relationship with the Green Kingdom to be restored. Fay shows how to confidently meet, explore, and build relationships with key plant allies to enjoy a more balanced connection with yourself and your environment. Sharing her passion for the plant world, she provides a practical guide to rekindling your connection with nature, opening up to plant consciousness as a way to enrich your path and weave the enchantment of nature back into your own life. She includes more than 40 simple, practical exercises and meditations to guide you on a heart-centered journey of transformation and commune with the environment, the seasons, the cycles of the moon, and the Earth Heart. Addressing plants as conscious beings we meet their spirit, while at the same time aligning with our own true nature and sense of purpose as a creature of this Earth. The book also introduces the shamanic practice of plant spirit healing, emphasizing that ceremony begins at home with our local plants, rather than with the famous plant healers of the Amazon. Guided meditations and shamanic journeys enable a deeper exploration and interaction with the spirit of plants for healing and support. The author offers practical advice on how to initiate a conversation with plants and meet a plant ally with wisdom teachings specific to you and your path. Whether you explore your back garden, office plants, or morning cup of tea, Fay reveals how to introduce the magic of plants into your daily routine and appreciate the important role plants play. Reaching out to interact with nature is a step forward not only on your personal journey to wholeness but also toward healing our Earth.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels—one of the most beloved authors of our time—is joined by two New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors in a spring-themed anthology of touching, uplifting stories about love, family, motherhood, and homecomings. AMAZING GRACIE * Fern Michaels After years spent traveling the world as a flight attendant, Gracie Walden is ready to stay a little closer to her roots, starting with two weeks at home in Amarillo, Texas. But there’s unexpected turbulence between her mother, Ella, and her older sister, Hope—and it will lead to a revelation that changes Gracie’s life in amazing ways . . . THE MOTHER’S DAY CROWN * Carolyn Brown Monica Allen still hasn’t forgiven Tyler Magee for breaking her heart when they were teenagers. Ten years on, they’re back in Luella, Texas, visiting their respective grandmothers. and there’s just a white picket fence and a whole lot of awkwardness between them. Will two weeks be long enough for Monica to learn to stop holding a grudge—and hold on to love? MEANT TO BE * Lori Foster When Cory Creed was just a little girl, she knew she’d grow up to marry Austin Winston—and she made the mistake of telling him so. Tired of watching him avoid her ever since, Cory has decided it’s time to leave Visitation, North Carolina, and Austin, behind. But Austin has finally realized what Cory was once so sure of, and now it’s his turn to prove they belong together . . . with a little help from their mothers.
