As the descendents of men scramble to rebuild the once great empires of their forefathers, an enfeebled witch battles the curse used to erode her power. If she cannot make herself love a human child, she will be forced to spend the rest of her long life a mortal: humiliated, powerless and frail. Will she be able to satisfy this cruel requirement before her magic dwindles and it's too late?
The companion book "The Witch's Guide to Cooking with Children." A shadowy witch, a cursed hunterNit's tricky business for Sol and Connie as they face off against this awful pair. The kids narrowly avoided being eaten by the last witch after them, and this time it doesn't look any better. Illustrations.
To save her sisters from a spell that has forced them to be Without, Princess Jane of Ever must work with Reagan, the witch who set the curse on her family.
From #BookTok phenomenon and New York Times bestselling author of the YA fantasy novel, Lightlark, this fast-paced middle grade series starter is steeped in Colombian mythology and full of adventure. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Curse of the Night Witch is filled with fantasy, action, adventure, and an unforgettable trio of friends. A Seventeen.com Most Anticipated Book of Summer! A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America! On Emblem Island all are born knowing their fate. Their lifelines show the course of their life and an emblem dictates how they will spend it. Tor Luna was born with a leadership emblem, just like his mother. But he hates his mark and is determined to choose a different path for himself. So, on the annual New Year's Eve celebration, where Emblemites throw their wishes into a bonfire in the hopes of having them granted, Tor wishes for a different power. The next morning Tor wakes up to discover a new marking on his skin...the symbol of a curse that has shortened his lifeline, giving him only a week before an untimely death. There is only one way to break the curse, and it requires a trip to the notorious Night Witch. With only his village's terrifying, ancient stories as a guide, and his two friends Engle and Melda by his side, Tor must travel across unpredictable Emblem Island, filled with wicked creatures he only knows through myths, in a race against his dwindling lifeline. You'll love Curse of the Night Witch if you're looking for: Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books) Stories based on fascinating mythology Your next favorite fantasy series "Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. As her protagonists face off against a host of horrors, they learn the value of friendship and explore the possibility of changing one's fate in a world where destiny is predetermined."—Publishers Weekly, STARRED review "Worthy of every magical ounce."—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review
When Sol and Connie Blink move to Grand Creek, one of the first people to welcome them is an odd older woman, Fay Holaderry, and her friendly dog, Swift, who carries a very strange bone in his mouth. Sol knows a lot more than the average eleven-year-old, so when he identifies the bone as human, he and Connie begin to wonder if their new neighbor is up to no good. In a spine-tingling adventure that makes them think twice about who they can trust, Sol and Connie discover that solving mysteries can be a dangerous game—even for skilled junior sleuths.
Louisa May Alcott's most popular novel, ́Little Women ́, featured the March sisters, who were based on her own family. In this collection of short plays, originally written by Alcott and her real sisters, Alcott adds to the world of ́Little Women ́, as the plays are made to seem like they were penned by Jo and Meg from ́Little Women ́ and acted out by them and other characters in the book. The plays are not as complicated as the background, thankfully. They are short, pithy, melodramatic and feature witches, magic, murder, ghosts and farcical situations. If you are a fan of ́Little Women ́, which was recently adapted for the silver screen for the seventh time, starring Emma Watson and Timothée Chalamet, you will love this additional glimpse into the lives of the March sisters. Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American writer who is best known for her novel ́Little Women ́. She also grew up among some heavyweight 19th-century intellectuals, including Henry David Thoreau and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. With her parents struggling financially, Alcott worked to support them. At the same time, she began writing, initially under pseudonyms because her work was largely short stories and sensation novels for adults. ́Little Women ́, published in 1868, was an instant success upon release. Alcott also penned the follow-ups ́Little Men ́ and ́Jo's Boys ́.
Wanted: Magically Armed and Dangerous.Ever since my parents died in the demon war, I've paid my way through life by using magic to con people. It's not right, but a girl's gotta do what she can to survive.Unfortunately, my latest con has left me smack dab in the middle of a murder scene. Now, a coven of angry mages thinks I'm the killer. In order to clear my name, I have to team up with an infuriatingly sexy warlock whose powers are far darker than he admits. Throw in a string of related murders and a vexed vampire clan, and I'm up to my eyeballs in danger.But that's not even the worst of it. When I get too close to the real killer, he casts a life-threatening curse on my grandmother. Before, I just wanted to save my own butt, but now I'll do whatever it takes to track him down-even if it means following him through monstrous dimensions.Because I don't play nice with magic. And when you mess with Grandma, you become #1 on my shit list.
Emma, who is both a princess and a powerful witch, must travel back in time to end a family curse or risk losing her true love, Prince Eadric, forever.
A thrilling, action-packed paranormal witch fantasy series jam-packed with suspense, betrayal and intrigue. If you love witchy mysteries, vampires, werewolves and fae then this is one collection not to be missed! This collection contains the first five short serialized story books in the Witch's Cursed Circle Series: Witch's Circle of Time Arcane Witch's Powers Witch's Wishes Witch's Checkmate Witch's Circle of Truth Ghostly whispers still buzzed in her ears... Liliwen never asked to be an ageless witch. She left that role to her sister........ Dark and sinister forces are at work, willing to stop at nothing to prevent her from turning 25 and claiming her rightful glory. Her life is about to change drastically, Vampires, Werewolves and Fae become more than just a figment of her imagination. Secrets and lies shatter her reality. Aided by an unexpected assortment of heroes along the way, Liliwen embarks on a dangerous quest to regain her memories and learn the truth of why her sister is preventing her from celebrating her birthday. It will take every measure of cunning and determination she possesses if she has any hope of ending the curse and breaking the cycle that has dominated her life. Freedom is near....... Reaching it might be impossible! What Reviewers are saying about the books within the Witch's Cursed Circle Series: - ★★★★★ WOW! I was drawn into the story right away! Now I need to find the next book to see what happens! ★★★★★ Fabulous Compelling Story! What a delightful story, it was so compelling! Can't wait to read the next in the series....you've got an avid reader now!
A quirky history that offers a new way of understanding the myth of the mummy's curse. Roger Luckhurst provides a startling path through the cultural history of Victorian England and its colonial possessions.
