There are billions of families, a million ways to be. But in my magic family it's Mama, Mum and me! Let's tell our family stories, adding magic to what's true, and we'll find out who's who to me, and who is who to you . . . In this celebratory, reassuring rhyming story a little girl with two mummies shares the magic of her family and discovers how magic all her friends' families are, too. This is a warm, funny read-aloud that's perfect for opening up conversations about different families in a playful, creative way.

An epic award-winning Young Adult Paranormal Book about Witches, Coming of Age and Family ***WORLD'S BEST STORY 2014*** Magic? Check. High school cheerbullies? Check. Impending evil? You betcha. She’s so doomed… Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Family Magic by Patti Larsen – book one of the epic award-winning paranormal family saga adventure (the Hayle Coven Novels) that will leave you spellbound! Meet Sydlynn Hayle, a teenage girl torn between her ordinary life and the extraordinary destiny that awaits her. As the heir to her coven, Sydlynn possesses immense magical power, but her reluctance to embrace it threatens not only her own future but also the fate of her entire family. In the halls of high school, Sydlynn faces a different kind of challenge – the relentless torment of the cheerbullies and their unwillingness to accept her in their normal world. But little does she know that her troubles extend far beyond teenage drama. A mysterious evil begins to infiltrate her coven, targeting those she holds dear. The looming danger forces Sydlynn to confront a choice that will shape her destiny: to deny her true potential or to rise up and become the savior her family's magic needs. Patti Larsen's Family Magic is a spellbinding contemporary paranormal young adult novel that has garnered accolades (World’s Best Story 2014) and captivated readers around the world. Step into the first novel in a massive universe where magic and adventure collide, where loyalty and family are everything and where ancient secrets and impending evil threaten to unravel all that Sydlynn holds dear. With each page turned, you'll be transported into a world of mysticism, friendship, and heart-pounding suspense. Join Sydlynn as she navigates the complexities of her dual existence, balancing the challenges of high school and the demands of her magical heritage. Will she find the courage to embrace her true power and protect those she loves? Family Magic is more than a story of magic; it's a tale of self-discovery, resilience, loyalty, love for family and the strength that lies within. Patti Larsen's masterful storytelling will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly following Sydlynn's journey from reluctant heir to a formidable force to be reckoned with. Don't miss your chance to experience the enchantment and excitement of Family Magic – because sometimes, destiny calls, and only one young woman can be the heroine, to rise above her doubts and save the magic that binds her family together. · "A great, inventive plot, a deeply flawed, self-deprecating, heroine, many wondrous sub-characters and a constantly-evolving world of madness and magic (with a goodly side order of teen angst thrown in!). What more could you want?" -- Amazon reviewer Hobbitual · "Thank you Ms. Larsen, for an excellent read....please please please tell me there will be more about these characters!" -- Amazon reviewer Michelle William · " ...this book was incredible. I was sucked in from the very beginning. I fell in love with the characters. The plot twists and the way it was written kept me turning pages well into the night." -- Amazon reviewer Misty Harvey Don't miss the exciting sequels in the Hayle Coven Novels: Witch Hunt Demon Child The Wild The Long Lost Gatekeeper Flesh and Blood Full Circle Divided Heart First Plane Light and Shadow Queen of Darkness Dark Promise Unseelie Ties Ancient Ways The Undying Shifting Loyalties Enforcer Coven Leader The Last Call KEYWORDS: young adult paranormal series, young adult paranormal books, young adult paranormal fantasy, young adult witches, young adult witch, young adult witch books, young adult fantasy, paranormal fantasy series, paranormal fantasy books, coming of age, family saga, witches and wizards, magical realism books

In the 1600s, Maria was abandoned in a snowy field in rural England as a baby. Under the care of Hannah Owens, who recognizes that Maria has a gift, she learns about the 'Unnamed Arts.' When Maria is abandoned by the man who has declared his love for her, she follows him to Salem, Massachusetts. She invokes a curse that will haunt her family for generations. And she learns the lesson that she will carry with her for the rest of her life: Love is the only thing that matters.

Where am I on my family tree? A beloved bestseller that shows children how to understand their place among their relatives, now refreshed with new art from Emma Trithart. Who is part of your family? How are they related to you? In this edition of Me and My Family Tree, with new art by Emma Trithart, a young girl uses simple language, her own childlike drawings, and diagrams to explain how the members of her family are related to each other and to her. Clear, colorful, detailed artwork and a fill-in family tree in the back help make the parts of the family--from siblings to grandparents to cousins--understandable to very young readers.

A family keepsake journal for parents and children to record the magic of reading together Reading Is Magic is a guided journal in which families can capture that magical period when parents and children read together. It begins with a foreword by bestselling author and independent bookstore owner Emma Straub and contains recommended reading lists, entry pages for logging each book as you read it, and superlative pages for noting a child's favorite authors, illustrators, and characters. There are also entry pages where parents can reminisce about their own childhood reading memories. A wonderful gift to give at a baby shower or for any special occasion (along with a few books, of course!), Reading Is Magic is a unique way for parents to record memories with their children.

The second book in this breakout series that's been called "charming and delectably sweet." (Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of the Brooklyn Brujas series) Leonora Logroño has finally been introduced to her family’s bakery bruja magic—but that doesn’t mean everything is all sugar and spice. Her special power hasn’t shown up yet, her family still won’t let her perform her own spells, and they now act rude every time Caroline comes by to help Leo with her magic training. She knows that the family magic should be kept secret, but Caroline is her best friend, and she’s been feeling lonely ever since her mom passed away. Why should Leo have to choose between being a good bruja and a good friend? In the midst of her confusion, Leo wakes up one morning to a startling sight: her dead grandmother, standing in her room, looking as alive as she ever was. Both Leo and her abuela realize this might mean trouble—especially once they discover that Abuela isn’t the only person in town who has been pulled back to life from the other side. Spirits are popping up all over town, causing all sorts of trouble! Is this Leo’s fault? And can she reverse the spell before it’s too late? Anna Meriano’s unforgettable family of brujas returns in a new story featuring a heaping helping of amor, azúcar, and magia.

Five starred reviews! “An instant classic.” —The New York Times Book Review From award-winning author Hilary McKay comes “a memorable family story” (Booklist, starred review) about a girl adjusting to her new home—with the help of a little magic. When Abi’s father marries Max and Louis’s mom, their families start over together. Abi suddenly finds herself the middle child, expected to share far too much—especially with grubby little Louis. Then they move into an eerie, ivy-covered house, big enough for all of them. But for the children, strange things start to happen in that house. Abi reads alone, and finds herself tumbling so deep into books, they almost seem real. Louis summons comfort from outdoors, and a startling guest arrives—is it a cat or something else? Max loses his best friend…and falls in love. Meanwhile, Louis’s secret visitor is becoming much too real. Now Abi, Max, and Louis must uncover the secrets of their new home—for there can be danger in even the most beautiful magic. From award-winning author Hilary McKay comes a story that is at once enchanting and thrilling—if you don’t get lost in it first.