Magical fiction from the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wandmaker's Guidebook! Magic is real -- and it runs in the family -- in this charming fantasy adventure about a boy who must balance his magical education with the demands of big-brotherhood, perfect for fans of Jenny Nimmo and Angie Sage.Henry Leach the Eighth doesn't know it yet, but he's descended from a long line of wandmakers. That means he has inherited mysterious powers, a trunk full of strange artifacts... and a whole host of problems.His biggest problem at the moment, however, is his little sister, Brianna. She's always had a special talent for getting in his way. And she takes troublemaking to new heights when she's caught in the crossfire of Henry's first major spell!Heartfelt, funny, and imaginative, Wandmaker is sure to leave young readers spellbound.

Henry Leach the Eighth is descended from a long line of wandmakers, but he still has not managed to make his very first wand do anything--and while he keeps trying he is also having to deal with a bully at school, and even worse, his eight-year-old little sister Brianna who has a positive genius for getting in his way.

Learn the art of wandmaking from this ancient guidebook. It includes a blank wand and natural elements to make it your own. Become a wandmaker's apprentice. This guidebook covers every aspect of making your own wand, from the type of wood to the powers that you can create with natural elements like sand, herbs, feathers and more. Your personal powers can be placed in the twist off handle. What kind of wand will you make? Kit includes: 24 pp book with pull-out drawer; wooden wand with removable handle; 3 different feathers; 3 vials with different colored sand; vial of multi-colored stones.

Henry Leach the Eighth and his sister, Brianna, have survived a faulty spell, defeated a wicked spellcaster, and saved the world . . . but their greatest accomplishment might be convincing Grand Wand Master Coralis to take them on as official apprentices.For the first time in centuries, the reclusive Wand Master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of Wandmakers to learn the secrets of the craft. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses, and fantastical beasts. And the greatest threat of all may come from within the Wandmakers' own ranks.Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and Charlie Bone, the Wandmaker series puts a humorous spin on magical coming-of-age stories.

After nightfall, Scarecrow and friends have a playtime adventure! Scarecrow plays by the light of the moon.He jumps rope and dances and belts out a tune.Ghoulies and ghosties have fun through the night.Then as the sun rises, they scurry from sight.As night time falls and the moon appears, magic is building in the air. The time has finally come, and Scarecrow is ready to play. Slowly, all his friends start to arrive and they all have a good time. But soon, playtime is over and the sun starts to rise. Back at his post, Scarecrow bids his friends good night as he thinks of the next time the moon will rise and the magic will return.SCARECROW MAGIC is spooky fun that's just perfect for Halloween!

The Wandmaker's Burden continues the Elfdreams series. The First Wandmaker and his followers translocate from their beloved Lost Sons, establish a new home in a great underworld cavern, and cross paths with. the mysterious Dream Raiders. The transplanted Drelves encounter Carcharians, Duoths, Shellies, Bugwullies, Pollywoddles, Boxjellies, sea lions, Mountain Giants, cave wargs, and sea elves. Yannuvia has drunk from the Cup of Dark Knowledge, sipped the Seventh Nectar, walked in the gray light, and used the Dream Master's wand. Mender's blood has touched him. 13 limbed monsters, perplexing enemies, steadfast friends, and seductive temptresses complicate the Wandmaker's life. Are Carcharians allies? Are Duoths enemies? How will the Central Sphere and its 88 satellites aid the First Wandmaker? What powers will the Omega Stones bestow? What of the mysterious graparbles and beautiful sea elf Piara? What is the cost of the Dream Raider's help? Will Yannuvia make the right choices?Can he bear the Wandmaker's burden?

This book is a study on the origins, properties and the making of magick wands. It is a manual that aims to provide a solid understanding on the art of wandmaking, serve as an introduction to wandlore and being a guide for those who aspire of becoming wand makers. It follows a realistic point of view, based on facts and practices, while avoiding imaginary and fantasy aspects as its purpose it to serve as a textbook to those who want to know what lies behind the myth, literature, films and folklore beliefs.