Author: Sue Bentley
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698164385
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
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Lola is feeling left-out and a bit alone at school. But when magical puppy Storm appears as a fluffy black-and-white shih-tzu puppy, it looks like Lola's lonely school days will come into a magical class of their own!
Author: Janet McDonald
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1466800569
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 141
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In Janet McDonald's powerful and funny novel, a smart and resilient young woman whose life isn't what she dreamed it would be learns that there are many ways to spell SUCCESS. Raven's life has been derailed. She never expected she'd be a mother at sixteen like her best friend, Aisha, and she's afraid she's going to be just another high school dropout, a project girl with few prospects. And although Raven is ambitious, when is she going to find the time to finish school in the few minutes she's not looking for a job or caring for her infant son, Smokey? Then her older sister, Dell, tells her about a spelling bee that promises the winner enrollment in a college prep program and a scholarship. But spelling? There isn't a subject she's worse at! Still, Raven is fiercely determined to win, and so she starts memorizing words. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
Author: Marcia Montenegro
Publisher: David C Cook
ISBN: 0781411408
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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Our culture is saturated with the supernatural. TV shows such as Medium, Charmed, and Lost all have an "other-worldly" theme. Most of them blur the lines between good and evil. This past year was a "record" year for Hollywood in the production of films that dealt with the supernatural/paranormal. While we choose our entertainment, our kids don't often have the luxury of choosing whether to be exposed to these things at school. This book seeks to present a lucid and comprehensive examination of the paranormal and occult by breaking down the principles of paranormal practices, giving key points about the practices so that parents can readily identify them. The book discusses the occult view of supernatural energy and of good and evil, and how these concepts are seen in some popular literature and movies. The book also explains the dangers and gives a biblical basis for concern. Christian parents need to be equipped to discuss these matters with their children!
Author: Jacqueline West
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0142421022
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
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The mysteries grow deeper and the secrets darker in the second volume of the New York Times bestselling Books of Elsewhere series—perfect for fans of Small Spaces, Coraline, and James Howe's Bunnicula classics. With no way into the McMartin house's magical paintings and its three guardian cats reluctant to help, Olive's friend Morton is still trapped inside Elsewhere. So when Rutherford, the new oddball kid next door mentions a grimoire—a spellbook—Olive sees a glint of hope. If she can find the McMartins' spellbook, maybe she can help Morton escape Elsewhere for good. Unless, that is, the book finds Olive first. The house isn't the only one keeping secrets anymore. You'll never guess what happens next in this thrilling, chilling fantasy series, perfect for fans of Pseudonymous Bosch, Septimus Heap, and Lemony Snicket.
Author: Stacy Gregg
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 000840285X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 89
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Enchanting stories, taking the reader on magical pony adventures... Can they rescue ALL the ponies... The ponies of Pemberley Stables have been bound by magic and each of them are trapped in time. Can two brave girls help get them back?
Author: Sue Bentley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781338230154
Category : Magic
Languages : en
Pages : 117
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When Storm, a fluffy black-and-white Shih-tzu puppy appears, Lola's lonely school days come into a magical class of their own!
Author: Sue Bentley
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141324791
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
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A world of magic, adventure and cute puppy antics from the bestselling author of the Magic Kitten series. Kelsey is feeling very frustrated. Her dad's girlfriend's twin daughters are very loud and are always taking over. If only it was just Kelsey and her dad again. But when cute King Charles spaniel puppy Storm appears suddenly things don't seem quite so bad after all . . .
Author: Rachel Hawkins
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1423179080
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
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Fans of Rachel Hawkins' Hex Hall series will shriek with joy over this dark spin-off adventure full of humor, magic, and snark! Fifteen-year-old Izzy Brannick was trained to fight monsters. For centuries, her family has hunted magical creatures. But when Izzy's older sister vanishes without a trace while on a job, Izzy's mom decides they need to take a break. Izzy and her mom move to a new town, but they soon discover it's not as normal as it appears. A series of hauntings has been plaguing the local high school, and Izzy is determined to investigate. But assuming the guise of an average teenager is easier said than done. For a tough girl who's always been on her own, it's strange to suddenly make friends and maybe even have a crush. Can Izzy trust her new friends to help find the secret behind the hauntings before more people get hurt? Rachel Hawkins brings the same delightful wit and charm captured in her New York Times best-selling Hex Hall series. Get ready for more magic, mystery and romance!
Author: Myla Goldberg
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 1400032768
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
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Eliza Naumann, a seemingly unremarkable nine-year-old, expects never to fit into her gifted family: her autodidact father, Saul, absorbed in his study of Jewish mysticism; her brother, Aaron, the vessel of his father's spiritual ambitions; and her brilliant but distant lawyer-mom, Miriam. But when Eliza sweeps her school and district spelling bees in quick succession, Saul takes it as a sign that she is destined for greatness. In this altered reality, Saul inducts her into his hallowed study and lavishes upon her the attention previously reserved for Aaron, who in his displacement embarks upon a lone quest for spiritual fulfillment. When Miriam's secret life triggers a familial explosion, it is Eliza who must order the chaos. Myla Goldberg's keen eye for detail brings Eliza's journey to three-dimensional life. As she rises from classroom obscurity to the blinding lights and outsized expectations of the National Bee, Eliza's small pains and large joys are finely wrought and deeply felt. Not merely a coming-of-age story, Goldberg's first novel delicately examines the unraveling fabric of one family. The outcome of this tale is as startling and unconventional as her prose, which wields its metaphors sharply and rings with maturity. The work of a lyrical and gifted storyteller, Bee Season marks the arrival of an extraordinarily talented new writer.
Author: Dominic Alexander
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 264
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Why is it that when we think of witches, we imagine them wearing black pointy hats and flying on broomsticks? Why does the number three have such mystical importance? What is the difference between a wizard and a warlock? What exactly are fairies and elves and where do they come from? Spellbound answers all of these questions and more, exploring the truth behind our fascination with myth and magic. From the ancient Egyptian sorcerers to the Land of Oz, Spellbound brings you a clear understanding of the subject's historical importance and the cultural legacy that surrounds it. Understand the meaning of stories such as J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and J. R. R. Tolkien's epic The Lord of the Rings, which have their roots in history, mythology, and folklore. Wrestle with forces that are as old as human history. Both stories, in different ways, provide a world of magic in which the ordinary and mundane problems of everyday life are not merely forgotten but rather transformed into a heroic landscape. With Spellbound in hand, you can travel back through the ages to trace the very beginnings of these timeless traditions. Learn how the wanderings of Homer's Odysseus, the legend of King Arthur, and the tales of the Brothers Grimm provided sorely needed magic and romance for people trying to live in a difficult and often cruel world. Trace the representation of witches and warlocks throughout art -- with historical illustrations that bring the subject to life. Today, we know the difference between magic and reality, but we still need these stories just as much as ancient peoples -- both as a source of entertainment and comfort and to understand the often unexplainable events happening around us. For anyone intrigued by magical lore, Spellbound will quickly become a true companion. From astrology to healing crystals, this fascinating volume gets to the bottom of every magical mystery. It is a journey worth taking.
