Author: Edward EagerPublisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152020682
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
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Hiding the Elephant
Author: Jim SteinmeyerPublisher: Random House
ISBN: 0099476649
Category : Magic tricks
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Now in paperback comes Steinmeyer's astonishing chronicle of half a century of illusionary innovation, backstage chicanery, and keen competition within the world of magicians.
Nothing Up My Sleeve
Author: Diana LopezPublisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316340898
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
From beloved author Diana López comes an exciting middle grade story about three friends, a magic competition, and how far they'll go to succeed. Sixth graders Dominic, Loop, and Z stumble upon a new magic shop in town and can't wait to spend their summer mastering cool tricks to gain access to the Vault, a key holders-only back room bound to hold all kinds of secrets. And once they get in, they set their sights even higher: a huge competition at the end of the summer. They work on their card tricks, sleights, and vanishing acts, trying to come up with the most awesome routines possible....Problem is, the trip is expensive, and it's money that each guy's family just doesn't have. To make things worse, the shop-owners' daughter, Ariel (who just so happens to be last year's competition winner), will do anything to make sure the boys don't come out on top. Even pit them against one another. Will they make it to the competition? And if so, at what cost? Diana López, author of Confetti Girl and Ask My Mood Ring How I Feel, offers a story that's just the right mix of heart, high jinks, and a bit of magic.
The Book of English Magic
Author: Philip Carr-GommPublisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1590207602
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
A guide to England’s rich history of magical lore and practice “for readers of works like Harry Potter who have grown up a bit into wanting to know more” (The Hermetic Library). Through experiments to try and places to visit, as well as a historical exploration of magic and interviews with leading magicians, The Book of English Magic will introduce you to the extraordinary world that lies beneath the surface. Magic runs through the veins of English history, part of daily life from the earliest Arthurian legends to Aleister Crowley to the novels of Tolkien and Philip Pullman, and from the Druids to Freemasonry and beyond. Richly illustrated and deeply knowledgeable, this book is an invaluable source for anyone curious about magic and wizardry, or for sophisticated practitioners seeking to expand their knowledge. “Playful and serious, respectful and amused . . . this will remain the standard work for years to come.” —The Sunday Telegraph “A magical mystery tour.” —The Times “Fabulous.” —Daily Express “Lucid and wonderfully easy to read . . . While it is indeed a perfect book for the ‘intelligent novice’ it’s far more than that—it’s a serious, in-depth survey of a massive topic.” —WitchVox “An accessible and immensely readable book . . . A fascinating insight into a hidden world.” —Booksquawk
On a Magical Do-Nothing Day
Author: Beatrice AlemangaPublisher:
ISBN: 9780500651797
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
WINNER of the 2018 4-11 Picture Book Awards (Fiction 4-7 category)One of the New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books of 2017All I want to do on a rainy day like today is play my game, but my mum says it's a waste of time. The game drives my mum mad. She takes it away. I take it back. I wish Dad had come with us on this rainy, grey weekend. Without my game, nothing is fun. On the other hand, maybe I'm wrong about that...
Fantastic Tales of Nothing
Author: Alejandra GreenPublisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062839497
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
In the first book of this full-color fantasy graphic novel series filled with humor and hijinks, the fate of the land of Nothing hinges on Nathan and an unlikely team of magical beings to save the day—perfect for fans of Amulet and Estranged. Welcome to Nothing! Despite its name, this is a fantastic land where humans and magical volken coexist peacefully—at least they try . . . This is the tale of Nathan, an ordinary human (or so he thinks) living an ordinary life (or so he wishes). Everything changes when he meets Haven, a mysterious creature who is neither human nor volken. Oh, and the two of them are being chased by volken mercenaries—a grumpy wolf named Bardou and a delightful crow named Sina. Nathan soon learns he has mysterious powers, even though humans aren’t supposed to have magic. But there’s no time to dwell on that because this discovery sets the group on a perilous quest across windswept terrain, through haunted forests, and in ancient tombs. Nathan and his unlikely friends must prevent an impending war and defeat a dark evil to save their land. No pressure, of course. If they fail, everything will turn into, well . . . nothing.
Author: Tomorrow's Magic
Author: Pamela F. ServicePublisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307498336
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
It's 500 years after the nuclear holocaust that devastated the earth's population and left the few survivors dealing with unending winter. At their remote British boarding school, Wellington Jones and Heather McKenna have a lot in common. Both are misfits trying to avoid attention, and both are fascinated by Earl, a tall, calm, older boy with no recollection of his past, but a remarkable knack for showing up when he is needed most. When a blow to the head brings Earl's memory back, he claims that he is actually Merlin . . . a 2000-year-old wizard. Originally published in two volumes in the mid-1980s, Pamela F. Service's creative, futuristic spin on the Camelot legend will appeal to Arthurian purists and fantasy lovers alike.
Discount Armageddon
Author: Seanan McGuirePublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756407133
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Verity Price, who has been trained from birth as a cryptozoologist--a monster hunter--attempts to pursue a career in professional ballroom dance, but dangerous cryptids and an enemy operative keep getting in the way.
Nothing More Than Zero
Author: C H SmithPublisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
A YA fantasy adventure full of magic, danger, and discovery. The portals connecting the kingdoms of the world are all but forgotten. The ancient line of Dragon Kings are passed beyond myth. But a boy and his dragon on a quest to find the boy's missing father revive both. Encountering powerful enemies, unnatural storms, and ruthless bounty hunters is not exactly how he hoped his search would go. Every move Jaxson makes causes more problems. He will have to rely on the friends he just met, his wits, and most of all his dragon Zero, if he hopes to survive long enough to find his father. Dangers await them on their quest, but there is no turning back. Jaxson needs to find his father, and Zero needs to find answers about his past. Both are unsure what they will discover, but at least they will find it together. *********************************************************************************************************************************************** From the author that brought The Princess Knight: A Fantasy Story with Real Life Stakes comes another adventure from the same magical world of Kealqua. Nothing More than Zero features some familiar characters on a new and exciting journey. The world is bigger than Jaxson ever imagined. With his dragon, Zero, he must journey beyond the only home he has ever known to seek the truth. Along the way, the duo discover secrets about Zero's past that could change not only their future but the future of the whole world. In this stand alone series, Nothing More than Zero sets the stage for an epic quest with magical creatures and fearsome enemies throughout. Prepare to quest with Jaxson and Zero and search for the truth!
