Deze auteur, met een passie voor openbare bibliotheken en de tastbare geneugten van boeken, verkent de diepe verbinding tussen lezer en tekst. Haar schrijven weerspiegelt een toewijding aan de handeling van het lezen als een complete zintuiglijke ervaring, van de geur van papier tot de sfeer van haar favoriete cafés. Diep geworteld in haar omgeving, put haar werk inspiratie uit het snuisteren in boekwinkels, de interactie met mede-boekenliefhebbers en de stille vreugde van het schrijven, vaak vergezeld van fijne pure chocolade.
Orla is very excited about entering the local photo competition. When she forgets to even take the lens cap off the camera, though, it isn't a good sign. But when little chocolate-brown kitten Flames comes into the picture, it looks like Orla's dreams of winning the competition might just come true...
Magic Kitten: A Christmas Surprise is a gorgeous seasonal treat in the bestselling Magic Kitten series by Sue Bentley. When fluffy white kitten Flame appears underneath the Christmas tree, Molly knows she's got the very best present she could ever wish for. But Flame needs her help. Can Molly keep the Magic Kitten safe while they share a very special white Christmas?
This collection features the first two captivating stories from the beloved Magic Kitten series, where enchanting adventures and magical creatures come to life. Readers will be drawn into the whimsical world filled with charm, friendship, and the delightful antics of kittens with special powers. Perfect for young readers, this bind-up offers an exciting introduction to the series, promising hours of heartwarming and imaginative storytelling.
Kirsten loves being in the Limelight Majorettes with her best friend, Tracy. But when only Kirsten is chosen to be in the town parade, Tracy doesn't seem to want to be friends any more. Can the appearance of Storm, a honey-coloured Border Terrier puppy brighten up Kirsten's days?
Storm is the only young wolf left from his family in the magic Moon-claw pack after the evil wolf, Shadow, wounds his mother and destroys everyone else. With the rest of the pack now scattered, Storm's mother is too weak to protect Storm so she sends him to our world as a magic puppy where his magical powers can grow.
For almost a century, W. A. Bentley caught and photographed thousands of snowflakes in his workshop at Jericho, Vermont, and made available to scientists and art instructors samples of his remarkable work. His painstakingly prepared images were remarkable revelations of nature's diversity in no two snowflakes are exactly alike, but all are based on a common hexagon.In 1931, the American Meteorological Society gathered the best of Bentley's photos and had them published; that work has long been available in a Dover reprint edition. The present volume includes a selection of 72 of the best plates (containing over 850 royalty-free, black-and-white photographs), carefully selected from that larger collection.An inexhaustible source of design inspiration for artists, designers, and craftspeople, these graceful patterns are ideal for use in textile and wallpaper design, as well as a host of other creative projects. These images will also appeal to anyone intrigued by the intricacy and beauty of design in the natural world.
Storm is the only young wolf left from his family in the magic Moon-claw pack after the evil wolf, Shadow, wounds his mother and destroys everyone else. With the rest of the pack now scattered, Storm's mother is too weak to protect Storm so she sends him to our world as a magic puppy where his magical powers can grow.
Storm is the only young wolf left from his family in the magic Moon-claw pack after the evil wolf, Shadow, wounds his mother and destroys everyone else. With the rest of the pack now scattered, Storm's mother is too weak to protect Storm so she sends him to our world as a magic puppy where his magical powers can grow.
The story follows Tyra and her family as they navigate the challenges of staying with friends after their house is flooded. The arrival of a fluffy Akita puppy named Storm brings hope and joy, but tension arises with Dale, the son of their hosts, who dislikes the new puppy. Tyra is faced with the dilemma of how to manage the situation and foster harmony in their temporary home while bonding with her new furry companion.
A magical puppy named Storm utilizes his enchanting abilities to help those in need. His adventures showcase the power of friendship and the importance of using one's gifts for good, as he navigates various challenges and spreads joy through his spells.