Magic Portals

Magic Portals is a structured book of poetry and prose. It is the story of an unpleasant childhood spent away from home, the psychological impacts of it thereafter and the journey later taken to heal an inner child. It touches self esteem issues, depression, abandonment issues, anxiety, temperamental instability, insecurities, heart breaks, losses and overcoming them all. The book aims to empower, inspire and provoke thought. This is part fiction, part non. "I've lived and I've observed you. I've observed you and I've been inspired by you. I've taken pieces from your lives and from my own to create her, a woman strong enough to guide us through our internal struggles, struggles that may not seem of great significance to those around you because they know not how aggressively it drains you. It drains me too."

Wrap up ecstasy in love to create powerful magick, spells and healing.

Stranded across dimensions, what will they do to reach each other? Troubled by dreams of her beloved in danger, Karina finds a new portal. But instead of going to Whyland, she breaks the defenses against a sinister ethereal city, putting Whyland--and her friends--in danger. Not only that, she ends up trapped and helpless, in a place where even her mind is not safe. Sian has an impossible task: defeat the gigantic Maris king. A victory doesn't mean a ticket home, though. In his struggle, he'll come across magic more powerful than he ever imagined. Intruders in Whyland force Cayla and Darian to the Light Gardens, where more truths and secrets are about to be revealed, and where Darian has a chance to reconnect with his brother. Old wounds are about to be opened—and cleansed. But the process might be painful. Get immersed in this action-packed, emotional conclusion to Portals to Whyland, recommended for teens 13 and up. You'll find adventure, romance, intrigue, revelations, and magic. Start reading it now! Keywords: portal fantasy, YA trilogy, YA fantasy series, YA romantic fantasy, YA romance, young adult romantic fantasy, young adult romance, trilogy conclusion.

Fantasy writing, like literature in general, provides a powerful vehicle for challenging the status quo. Via symbolism, imagery and supernaturalism, fantasy constructs secondary-world narratives that both mirror and critique the political paradigms of our own world. This critical work explores the role of the portal in fantasy, investigating the ways in which magical nexus points and movement between worlds are used to illustrate real-world power dynamics, especially those impacting women and children. Through an examination of high and low fantasy, fairy tales, children's literature, the Gothic, and science fiction, the portal is identified as a living being, place or magical object of profound metaphorical and cultural significance.

In this engaging guide, teacher, poet and lyricist Adrian May shows how magic is a tool used by writers to generate creativity, where concepts of magic are seen as portals of creative power. This unique book features approachable chapters on aspects of magic and writing - such as the Tarot and the creative methods of W. B. Yeats. Blending literary criticism with practical exercises, this text will enable readers to understand the magical nature of creative writing, giving them a sense of wider possibilities and equipping them to improve their creative writing. This an ideal resource for undergraduate or postgraduate students taking courses on Creative Writing, as well as established or budding writers working independently.

This book can be read on its own. Greedy, cunning, and selfish, Sian is not someone to be trusted. But when Karina is called to break his spell with a kiss, she accepts it. She’s smart enough not to fall in love—or at least to tell herself not to. But risking a broken heart is the smallest of her problems. Sian’s been enchanted in a mysterious, ancient castle where dark magic has been awakened. And now Karina’s being hunted by strange, creepy creatures and has no idea why. Sian offers to keep her safe and deal with the castle and its dark magic once and for all. If Karina wants to find answers, she'll have to trust him—despite knowing well that he’s no hero. She’ll also have to return to that castle and face dangerous magic. And spend time with Sian. He’s hiding secrets, he might be lying to her, but he’s also making sure she’s safe. Her mind tells her one thing, and yet her heart feels another. Which one should she trust? Kissing Magic is a YA enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy. Recommended for readers 13 and older. Keywords: Whyland, enemies-to-lovers, hate-to-love, enemies to lovers, YA romance, YA romantic fantasy, young adult romantic fantasy, YA enemies to lovers, YA villain romance, first kiss, magic, portal fantasy, romantic portal fantasy, travelling across dimensions, mysterious magic, young adult romance, young adult fantasy.

“A modern suburban fantasy . . . There are quests and complications, conflicts and charms. . . . Card’s back in top form, doing as well as or better than any of his fantasy work so far.”—The San Diego Union-Tribune In a prosperous African American neighborhood in Los Angeles, infant Mack Street is found abandoned in an overgrown park and taken in by a blunt-speaking single woman. Growing up, Mack senses that he is different from most, and knows that he has strange powers. Yet he cannot possibly understand how unusual he is until the day he discovers, beyond a mysterious narrow house no one else can see, an entryway into a magical world. Passing through, Mack is plunged into a realm where time and reality are skewed, a place where his actions seem to have disturbing effects in the “real world.” Whether he likes it or not, Mack has become a player in an epic drama. His reward, if he can survive the trip, is discovering not only who he really is . . . but why he exists. Praise for Magic Street “A great read . . . Card’s take on his characters [is] as sure as ever, his narrative rock solid, his dialogue crackling and authentic.”—Los Angeles Times Book Review “[Card] is a master at creating a sense of urgency that keeps you turning pages.”—The Charlotte Observer “Mind-bending . . . Card’s clever tale comes with sharp writing and crisp dialogue.”—The Tampa Tribune “Compelling . . . By the time the ultimate conflict comes into focus, the novel is propelling the reader forward like a bullet.”—Deseret Morning News “A suspenseful fantasy thriller that, during the race to the last page, has one mulling over myth, morals, salvation, and will.”—Booklist

A guide and companion for your individual journey to true self-empowerment through reclaiming the power of intuition.