Magic category: 19837 books

A compelling and inventive novel set in a world where science and magic are at odds, by Robin McKinley, the Newbery-winning author of The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword, as well as the classic fantasy titles Beauty, Chalice, Spindle’s End, Pegasus and Sunshine**   Maggie knows something’s...

Magic always comes at a price. Krissa Barnette is finally getting a handle on the abilities that have plagued her, but one spell changes everything. Retrieving a powerful stone for Clearwater’s witches has unintended consequences, and Krissa is forced to navigate a new life she never...

Desi is a witch. And she knows she could be a great witch—if only her mom would teach her any spells. Unfortunately, Desi’s mom is more concerned with keeping them safe and their abilities hidden. When her mom leaves town under mysterious circumstances, it should be Desi’s perfect opportunity...

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Jack and Annie are summoned once again to the fantasy realm of Camelot. There, Merlin the Magician tells them that the Stone of Destiny has been stolen. The answer...

Part of the 8-book Tamora Pierce reissue for Fall 2006, this title in the Circle Opens quartet features spellbinding new cover art. Coincides with the release of WILL OF THE EMPRESS in trade pb. Briar Moss been training four years as a plant mage, but he hasn't put his past behind him. He meets a...

When Levi finally gets to buy pants, he chooses an old pair with holes in the knees because he can sense that the pants are lonely. Who would expect pants like this to be magic? As Levi discovers more about his pants, he finds himself prepared to lead a team of school superheroes. This book...

From the New York Times–bestselling Grand Master of Science Fiction: New stepsiblings Chris and Nan have time-traveling adventures in an old English inn. What is the magic of the Red Hart Inn, an exquisite model of an old English inn, that triggers three strange and exciting adventures back...

Before there was formal religion there was magic, and to this day there are people who purport to perform 'miracles' with the aid of magical powers derived from nature or the spirit realm. These powers are still out there to be tapped into by us. All you need is the knowledge and know-how contained in...

Practice an ancient magic that is both natural and powerful-the elemental Earth magic of rock stone and metal. This comprehensive and clear guidebook by Scott Cunningham has introduced over 200 000 readers to the secrets of over 100 gems and metals. Learn how to find and cleanse stones and use them...

'I immersed myself in magic. I read every book I could get my hands on and practised and practised, day after day and night after night. Magic became my world...some might say an obsession.' When you're a kid life can seem tough; tougher for some than others. But the darkest of times can also...

Daughters of Hecate unites for the first time research on the problem of gender and magic in three ancient Mediterranean societies: early Judaism, Christianity, and Graeco-Roman culture. The book illuminates the gendering of ancient magic by approaching the topic from three distinct disciplinary perspectives:...

Magic is not about moves and tricks. It is about entering into a relationship with a person or people whereby you can lead them to experience magic – that childlike sense of astonishment were time stops. Tricks are tools. Astonishment and wonder are very real.Here however is not offered “good”...

This text contains a collection of magical anecdotes to be used by a magician for a number of reasons, ranging from comedic purposes to fabricating their personal history. Section one contains original gags and anecdotes about magicians, which can be used either as straight comedy material in your...

Howlings from the Pit may be Dr. Lisiewski's finest work to date. For both the beginning and advanced students of occultism, it lays bare what practical magic is all about. A veritable modern magical 'grammar,' Howlings takes the reader step-by-step through the mental, psychological and physical...