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Orphan Benjamin Bartholomew Piff closed his eyes, blew out the candle, and wished with all his might. Soon after, sirens wailed all over the Wishworks Factory: Ben had followed every rule of birthday wishing to a T and had made the most dangerous wish of all...a wish for unlimited wishes.

It's 1944. World War II is raging. Jayna's big brother, Rob, is her only family. When Rob is called to duty on a destroyer, Jayna is left in their small town in upstate New York with their cranky landlady. But right before he leaves, Rob tells Jayna a secret: they may have a grandmother in Brooklyn. Rob found a little blue recipe book with her name and an address for a bakery. When Jayna learns that Rob is missing in action, she's devastated. Along with her turtle, Theresa; the recipe book; and an encouraging, ghostly voice as her guide, Jayna sets out for Brooklyn in hopes of finding the family she so desperately needs.

Little Fur is very old, though she looks more like a four-year-old child. She is half elf and half troll, and she lives in her very own wilderness, a patch of park, within the city where the humans live. Little Fur is distressed by what the humans are doing to her patch of wilderness, they are burning trees, and she must go on a perilous journey to prevent her precious home from being destroyed. She enlists the help of her friends: Brownie the shaggy Shetland pony, Crow the crow, and the Sett Owl.

Growing psilocybin mushrooms for enhanced productivity, the quest for a spiritual awakening, and medicine in the comfort of your own home has never been easier.

A recent immigrant to Canada from Việt Nam, Lan is lonely in the basement apartment she shares with her dad. Her mom and little brother are still in Việt Nam, and she misses them so much. Her books are the only things that bring her comfort. No one is more surprised than Lan when a mysterious wind whisks her right into the pages of her latest fantasy read—and more shocking still is the fact that she summoned the winds herself!

It has never been simpler to grow psilocybin mushrooms at home for increased productivity, the pursuit of a spiritual awakening, or medicine! Have you always been intrigued by the idea of raising your own psilocybin mushrooms but are unsure where to begin? Are you intrigued by the possibility of natural medicine to address the underlying causes of issues rather than merely treating their symptoms? What can we learn from the psilocybin mushroom-eating cultures of the past who saw it as a divine food?

Poppy, Dash, Azumi, and Dylan may have made it out of Shadow House - but the grounds are a whole new nightmare. Someone they thought was a friend is hunting them, and there's no place that's safe now that they've woken the shadow creature. If they want to survive, they'll have to figure out once and for all what the house wants from them, and what - or who - they'll need to leave behind in order to escape...or risk being trapped within Shadow House forever.

When Velvet, a young woman, is rescued from an attack, she finds herself helping her rescuer and his strange companion try to find a way back home.Unfortunately for them all, it might mean taking on the whole city to do it.

Grab a special boxed set featuring romantic detectives, Grace and Jack, and their magical cats. Magical white cat Tatania helps her human operatives solve mysteries without missing a nap. In Splendid Summer, when Grace Wentworth loses her last living relative and all her money, hot Detective and WWI Aviator Jack Brewster gets the case. Grace is learning to lead her own life instead of just following it around. Startled by Grace's lack of deference to him, Jack recognizes his romantic equal.

In an alternative England of the 1930s where the laws of mechanics govern even the most talented engineers, a mismatched group of mechanicals want nothing more than to feel human. Under the guardianship of the devious and unlicensed Gregory Absalom, an engineer who creates mechanical children, they have no choice but to help him in his unlawful practice. But through his unethical work, Absalom winds up creating a loyal and lively group of friends who will go to the ends of the Earth for one another.

Everyone knows that orphanages are horrible places. But Earwig has a surprising amount of power over everyone else at St Morwald’s Home for Children, and loves it there. So the last thing she wants is to be sent to live with the very strange Bella Yaga….

Mallory Estate is the last place 12-year-old Piper Peavey wants to spend her summer vacation. The grounds are always cold, the garden out back is dead, a mysterious group of children call the property home, and there’s a rumor that Melena M. Mallory - the owner of the estate and Piper’s wealthy grandmother - is a witch. But when Piper’s father falls ill, Mallory Estate is exactly where she finds herself. The grand house and its garden hold many secrets - some of which may even save her father.

Les trois enfants sont confiés, cette fois, à un parent très distant qui possède la scierie Fleurbon-Laubaine. Ils doivent y travailler sous la surveillance de l'horrible E.T. MacFool. Ce n'est déjà pas bien drôle mais leurs vrais ennuis commencent quand MacFool fait un croc-en-jambe à Klaus ; il tombe et ses lunettes se brisent. Klaus se rend chez l'ophtalmologiste voisin, le Dr Orwell. À son retour, son comportement est étrange. Il reconnaît à peine ses sœurs, agit comme un automate, puis cause un grave accident avant de sortir brusquement de son état léthargique.

Slagar the Fox is bent on revenge—and determined to bring death and destruction to Redwall. Gathering his evil band around him, Slagar plots to strike at the heart of the Abbey. His cunning and cowardly plan is to steal the Redwall children—and Mattimeo, Matthias's son, is to be the biggest prize of all.

Pride. Joy. Pain. Sorrow. Just weapons. Weapons that can burn a man to cinders or inspire him to greatness and beyond. For decades Frederick Lockland has wielded them against those who threaten the realm. Pride killed a tyrant. Sorrow ended a war. Passion united a fractured nation. When the ancient city of Reed falls, he must draw on his most powerful weapon. Fear. A really good read. A different use of magic and mage. ★★★★★ “A type of love story. A growing up and coming of age tale between a powerful young man and a rapscallion and slightly mad mentor. A tale of friendship and ...

Left all alone after her mother passes away, 12-year-old Louisa LaRoche watches the sky for her father. Long ago, a powerful gust of wind swept through town, stealing him away on the wings of his untamed magic - the same magic that stirs within Louisa. As if she is made of hollow bones and too much air, her feet never quite touch the ground. But for all her sky gazing, Louisa finds her fortune on the leaf-strewn street when she spots a gleaming black-and-gold invitation - a ticket to the Carnival Beneath the Stars.

There’s nothing more satisfying than a perfectly balanced cocktail … and with the right knowledge, you can whip one up any time you like! This exciting and comprehensive guide to cocktail magic will show you everything you need to know to get there. With clear, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of inspiration for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks alike, it will be on hand every time you have guests coming over … and any time you just want to practice.

Nature study can be an invaluable part of a child's education. Nature study activities teach subjects such as science, art, math, language arts and geography in ways that get kids excited about learning. They can be done virtually anywhere and can involve all ages of children. Nature provides free and nearly free opportunities in every season for children to learn, grow and explore. This book provides 52 nature study activities, broken up into four seasons, for homeschooling families to do together. Kids can use natural materials to dye homemade play dough, track the length of daylight in ...

Mihi, Reese, and Savannah just wanted an adventure in fairy tale land. Now, they're trapped in the Rainbow Realm and the portals back home are disappearing. And, strangest of all, they've discovered that their beloved librarian, Ms. Lavender, and their Rainbow Realm frenemy, Bertha, actually . . . know each other? Can Mihi, Reese, and Savannah find a way to work with Ms. Lavender and Bertha to escape from the Rainbow Realm?

Transform your garden with the natural power of alpaca beans! In "Alpaca Gold: The Magic of Alpaca Beans for Your Garden," discover how these nutrient-rich pellets can revolutionize your gardening practices. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know about using alpaca beans to create a thriving, sustainable garden. Learn about the many benefits of alpaca beans, from their superior nutrient profile to their eco-friendly properties. This book covers the history and characteristics of alpacas, the collection and ...