Download or read book The Girl who Believed in Fairy Tales Once Upon a Time Today written by Heidi Garrett and published by . This book was released on 2014-07-08 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heather Baker believes in fairy tales. And she turns to their timeless wisdom whenever life gets difficult. Again and again, the playfulness, symbolism, and deeper meaning in fairy tales have filled her with hope, nurtured her spirit, and fired her imagination. Sometimes touching, and sometimes humorous, these tales capture the three most transformative experiences in her life. -Heather takes a poignant journey through her past with a tarot reader and awakens to a sense life's magic in "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" -She grapples with desire and discovers a life imbued with meaning in "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" -And she follows her heart to find her place in the world in "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales chronicles the journey of someone who was willing to change the way she viewed the world... and never stopped believing. It is a prelude to the Once Upon a Time Today collection. The Once Upon a Time Today Novellas: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane

Download or read book The Girl Who Believed In Fairy Tales written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heather Baker believes in fairy tales, and she turns to their timeless wisdom whenever life gets difficult. Again and again, the playfulness, symbolism, and deeper meaning in fairy tales have filled Heather with hope, nurtured her spirit, and fired her imagination. Sometimes touching, and sometimes humorous, these loosely biographical tales capture three transformative experiences in her life. Heather takes a poignant journey through her past with a tarot reader and awakens to a sense life's magic in "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" She grapples with desire and creates a life imbued with meaning in "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" She follows her heart until she finds her place in the world in "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales is a prelude to the Once Upon a Time Today, a collection of modern fairy tales for those who have already left home. The novellas: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane Tags: American Idol, Anthology, Astrology, Binging, Biographical Fiction, Brothers Grimm, Divorce, Dreams, Eating Disorder, Fairy Tale, Fantasy, Hans Christian Andersen, Happily Ever After, Literature, Magic, Magical Realism, Once Upon a Time, Short read, Short stories, Stepmorher, Sugar, Tarot, Teen, Transformation, Women’s Fiction, Young Adult

Download or read book The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2013-10-21 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After leaving an unfulfilling relationship, a young woman eats reckless amounts of doughnuts and candy, but there's never enough to fill the void inside her. One day, she comes across an audiobook exploring an old fairy tale and can't resist buying it. When she gets home and begins to listen to the recording, the voice of the cantadora--the keeper of old stories--and the tale she weaves about a wild child of the forest adopted by a wealthy old lady--feeds the young woman's starved spirit. The orphan in the fairy tale withers in the confines of the old lady's home and church until a pair of shoes made from red leather spark the child's heart. But the shoes are dangerous... Once Upon a Time Today is a collection of contemporary fairy tale retellings for those who have already left home. The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales is a prelude to the collection and includes the three short stories: "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" Novellas in the Once Upon a Time Today collection: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane

Download or read book The Girl Who Couldn t Sing written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2013-10-24 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young woman cherishes her dreams of becoming a singer/songwriter. As she remains true to her heart and perseveres, her life transforms around her. Once Upon a Time Today is a collection of contemporary fairy tale retellings for those who have already left home. The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales is a prelude to the collection and includes the three short stories: "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" Novellas in the collection: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane

Download or read book The Girl Who Watched for Elves written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2013-10-17 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One afternoon, a young woman visits a tarot reader. As he interprets the images in a twenty-card spread, she reframes her childhood sorrow and embraces her future. The poignant journey is a story of awakening to life's magic. Once Upon a Time Today is a collection of contemporary fairy tale retellings for those who have already left home. The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales is a prelude to the collection and includes the three short stories: "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" Novellas in the collection: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane

Download or read book I Am Lily Dane written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lily Dane is a bright light. A spiritually barren, consuming flame, she befriends girls whose inner lives are rich with dreams and compelling desire. Their unapologetic souls fascinate her. However, Lily’s interest in her peers isn’t friendly, she’s obsessed with the machinations of crushing their spirits. Lily also has a shadow who is sentient. A freak of nature? An abomination? Who knows? But Lily’s shadow is consumed with stopping the emotional and psychological devastation its host always leaves in her wake. The novelette is a psychologically dark retelling of Han’s Christian Andersen’s “The Shadow.” Once Upon a Time Today is a collection of contemporary fairy tale retellings for those who have already left home. The Girl Who Believed in Fairy Tales is a prelude to the collection and includes the three short stories: "The Girl Who Watched for Elves" "The Girl Who Dreamed of Red Shoes" "The Girl Who Couldn't Sing" Novellas in the Once Upon a Time Today collection: Beautiful Beautiful Dreaming of the Sea The Tree Hugger I Am Lily Dane Tags: Brother's Grimm, Fairy Tale, Fantasy, Fiction, Hans Christian Andersen, Happily Ever After, Haunting, Horror, Literature, Magic, Magical Realism, Mean Girls, Novella, Once Upon a Time, Paranormal, Shadow, Short Read, Teen, Young Adult

Download or read book War Grace written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 839 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Melia remains an engrossing protagonist … Garrett’s prose is, once again, lyrical and serene … A stirring, satisfying ending to an epic, otherworldly series.” —Kirkus Reviews In a time when the Realm of Faerie and Planet Earth exist in symbiotic union, the epic journey of a young half-faerie woman will transform the future of both worlds. My name is Melia Albiana and I stand on the edge of the abyss. Before I leap, I exhale a breath out of time. The beauty of the Whole unfurls before me—its intricacy, its complexity, its endurance, its mystery, its majesty. I am filled with awe. The universal awareness passes and I am left with the poverty of my personal legacy. I will die young. I will die broken.I will die grief-stricken. I will die lonely.And I will die a monster. I will also die consumed by love. Whimsical and edgy, Daughter of Light is an epic fantasy with an intriguing cosmology and well-developed characters for readers of all ages. Praise for the Daughter of Light fantasy trilogy: Isolt’s Enchantment, the beginnings (Prequel Novella) I loved the beauty of the world when Vulcan first meets Una, and I especially enjoyed the explanation of Umbra. Isolt’s vengeance was absolutely delicious, and I could recommend this book based solely on that scene. —Erica at Fantasy Book Lane Half Faerie, Book 1 I found myself sharing emotions with several characters and my husband would walk by just shaking his head, he doesn’t understand books and what they can do. I highly recommend this book. I want to thank Heidi Garrett for making my otherwise boring life so exciting with her books, I am loving it, every single minute! Five stars for Half Faerie. —KJ at Kj Reads A Lot Half Mortal, Book 2 The pace picks up quite a bit as the stakes are raised in Half Mortal, the second book in this epic coming of age fantasy trilogy. I can totally understand why the comparison to LoTR has been drawn, as Melia and her cohorts battle numerous foes as they attempt to make things right- in both realms.—Mama Reads, Hazel Reads War & Grace, Book 3 There are multiple skirmishes and face-offs and each one was delicious in its own right. Anton, Umbra, Lilliane…even Melia has some internal conflict to deal with before anything can be concluded. Each one is given their own turn, and. It. Is. Magnificent. I have been very dramatically disappointed with series ends before ... and I was so happy that the Daughters of Light series was not one. By far my favorite book in the series... —Brenda Ayala

Download or read book Isolt s Enchantment written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2015-05-05 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter an extraordinary world. Isolt of the Waters is an ancient water elemental whose betrayal and enchantment has forever changed the Whole. When a young scholar in Idonne discovers her story, along with tales of dwarf magic and the birth of Umbra—a malevolent entity dwelling in the Void—he dreams of a life filled with adventure and heroism. Whimsical and edgy, Daughter of Light is an epic fantasy with an intriguing cosmology and well-developed characters for readers of all ages. Praise for the Daughter of Light fantasy trilogy: Isolt’s Enchantment, the beginnings (Prequel Novella) I loved the beauty of the world when Vulcan first meets Una, and I especially enjoyed the explanation of Umbra. Isolt’s vengeance was absolutely delicious, and I could recommend this book based solely on that scene. — Erica at Fantasy Book Lane Half Faerie, Book 1 I found myself sharing emotions with several characters and my husband would walk by just shaking his head, he doesn’t understand books and what they can do. I highly recommend this book. I want to thank Heidi Garrett for making my otherwise boring life so exciting with her books, I am loving it, every single minute! Five stars for Half Faerie. — KJ at Kj Reads A Lot Half Mortal, Book 2 The pace picks up quite a bit as the stakes are raised in Half Mortal, the second book in this epic coming of age fantasy trilogy. I can totally understand why the comparison to LoTR has been drawn, as Melia and her cohorts battle numerous foes as they attempt to make things right- in both realms. — Mama Reads, Hazel Reads War & Grace, Book 3 There are multiple skirmishes and face-offs and each one was delicious in its own right. Anton, Umbra, Lilliane…even Melia has some internal conflict to deal with before anything can be concluded. Each one is given their own turn, and. It. Is. Magnificent. I have been very dramatically disappointed with series ends before ... and I was so happy that the Daughters of Light series was not one. By far my favorite book in the series... —Brenda Ayala

Download or read book Half Mortal written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2015-07-30 with total page 611 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “In this second installment ... Dynamic characters choose sides on the battlefield and in their hearts, aptly setting the stage for the next book” — Kirkus Reviews Energies in the enchanted world are shifting and new alliances are forming; the battle between Dark and Light has begun. Melia is desperate to make things right with Ryder, the young priest from Idonne, but first she must warn the half-bloods in the mortal world that Umbra is coming for them--and face the powerful dragonwitch and her spectacular Dragon Carnivale. The stakes are raised when Melia grasps just how far she will have to go in order to save the people and world she loves. Whimsical and edgy, Daughter of Light is a high fantasy with an intriguing cosmology and well-developed characters for readers of all ages. Praise for the Daughter of Light fantasy trilogy: Isolt’s Enchantment, the beginnings (Prequel Novella) I loved the beauty of the world when Vulcan first meets Una, and I especially enjoyed the explanation of Umbra. Isolt’s vengeance was absolutely delicious, and I could recommend this book based solely on that scene. — Erica at Fantasy Book Lane Half Faerie, Book 1 I found myself sharing emotions with several characters and my husband would walk by just shaking his head, he doesn’t understand books and what they can do. I highly recommend this book. I want to thank Heidi Garrett for making my otherwise boring life so exciting with her books, I am loving it, every single minute! Five stars for Half Faerie. — KJ at Kj Reads A Lot Half Mortal, Book 2 The pace picks up quite a bit as the stakes are raised in Half Mortal, the second book in this epic coming of age fantasy trilogy. I can totally understand why the comparison to LoTR has been drawn, as Melia and her cohorts battle numerous foes as they attempt to make things right- in both realms. — Mama Reads, Hazel Reads War & Grace, Book 3 There are multiple skirmishes and face-offs and each one was delicious in its own right. Anton, Umbra, Lilliane…even Melia has some internal conflict to deal with before anything can be concluded. Each one is given their own turn, and. It. Is. Magnificent. I have been very dramatically disappointed with series ends before ... and I was so happy that the Daughters of Light series was not one. By far my favorite book in the series... —Brenda Ayala

Download or read book Half Faerie written by Heidi Garrett and published by Half-Faerie Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “… deliciously ambiguous … a mythical tale as appealing as it is impressive.” —Kirkus Reviews As a half-faerie, Melia is an outcast in the enchanted world where she lives with her two sisters and full-blood faerie mother. The girls' father has been exiled to the mortal world for breaking his faerie troth. When a tragic accident destroys what's left of Melia's fractured family, her mother is unforgiving. The punishment she metes out will leave her daughter torn between guilt and ecstasy, challenge the bonds between three sisters, and complicate Melia's relationship with a young priest who’s come to the Realm of Faerie on a mission of his own. Whimsical and edgy, Daughter of Light is an epic fantasy with an intriguing cosmology and well-developed characters for readers of all ages. Praise for the Daughter of Light fantasy trilogy: Isolt’s Enchantment, the beginnings (Prequel Novella) I loved the beauty of the world when Vulcan first meets Una, and I especially enjoyed the explanation of Umbra. Isolt’s vengeance was absolutely delicious, and I could recommend this book based solely on that scene.—Erica at Fantasy Book Lane Half Faerie, Book 1 I found myself sharing emotions with several characters and my husband would walk by just shaking his head, he doesn’t understand books and what they can do. I highly recommend this book. I want to thank Heidi Garrett for making my otherwise boring life so exciting with her books, I am loving it, every single minute! Five stars for Half Faerie. —KJ at Kj Reads A Lot Half Mortal, Book 2 The pace picks up quite a bit as the stakes are raised in Half Mortal, the second book in this epic coming of age fantasy trilogy. I can totally understand why the comparison to LoTR has been drawn, as Melia and her cohorts battle numerous foes as they attempt to make things right- in both realms.—Mama Reads, Hazel Reads War & Grace, Book 3 There are multiple skirmishes and face-offs and each one was delicious in its own right. Anton, Umbra, Lilliane…even Melia has some internal conflict to deal with before anything can be concluded. Each one is given their own turn, and. It. Is. Magnificent. I have been very dramatically disappointed with series ends before ... and I was so happy that the Daughters of Light series was not one. By far my favorite book in the series... —Brenda Ayala

Download or read book Once Upon a Time There was a Little Girl written by Marcella Hannon Shields Ph. D. and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2008-07 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once Upon a Time There Was a Little Girl shares the moving stories of seven women who as young girls experienced the early loss of their mothers through death or physical or emotional abandonment. The women explore their personal traumas through their responses to seven fairy tales in which there was no nurturing maternal presence. Dr. Marcella Shields is a psychologist with over thirty years of experience who reveals the inspiring journeys of these women who eventually triumph over suffering and learn to rely on the bond they have formed with each other to help reclaim their passion for life. By exploring seven timeless fairy tales in which the heroine finds her way through the grief of abandonment, the women offer a deeper understanding of the significance of the mother-daughter bond and the devastating consequences for the daughter if this bond is ruptured early. The poignant life stories and dreams courageously offered by these women show how fairy tales allowed them to understand and refashion themselves, and provide a source of encouragement and hope for other women who have experienced early maternal loss. Fathers raising daughters without a consistent maternal presence will also find the reflections valuable.

Download or read book Fairy Tale Faith written by Brenda Waggoner and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using imagery drawn from fairy tales, Waggoner offers sound answers for issues that deeply affect women of today, such as self-esteem and body image. She makes it clear that a relationship with Jesus Christ is the answer, not what other people think or say.

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Download or read book The Greatest Russian Fairy Tales Fables With Original Illustrations written by Arthur Ransome and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 951 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'Greatest Russian Fairy Tales & Fables (With Original Illustrations)' is a seminal anthology that traverses the rich tapestry of Russian folklore, offering readers a unique lens through which to explore the diverse and intricate landscapes of cultural storytelling. The collection magnifies the overarching themes of morality, heroism, and the mystical, capturing the essence of Russian folklore with a range of literary styles from the poetic to the prosaic. The inclusion of original illustrations alongside the tales adds depth and texture, enhancing the magical realism that permeates these stories. This anthology stands out not only for its comprehensive selection but also for its commitment to preserving the narrative integrity and aesthetic appeal of each piece. The contributors—Arthur Ransome, Valery Carrick, W. R. S. Ralston, and Nisbat Bain—are celebrated for their roles as cultural ambassadors who have meticulously translated and retold these stories, ensuring their accessibility to a wider audience. Each author brings their unique perspective and scholarly rigor to the project, enriching the collection with their distinct voices and backgrounds. Their collective works serve as a bridge between the rich oral tradition of Russian folklore and the global literary community, fostering a deeper appreciation for the complexities and nuances of Russian culture and its historical folklore movements. This anthology is an indispensable resource for aficionados of folklore and fairy tales, educators seeking to diversify their literary curriculum, and anyone intrigued by the cultural heritage of Russia. It offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the world of Russian fables and fairy tales, replete with heroes, villains, and moral lessons that resonate across cultures and epochs. Readers are invited to explore the depth and breadth of this collection, which promises not only an educational journey through the heart of Russian folklore but also an enchanting experience enriched by the original illustrations that bring these timeless stories to life.

Download or read book THE GREATEST RUSSIAN FAIRY TALES FABLES With Original Illustrations written by Valery Carrick and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-08-07 with total page 941 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully illustrated collection of the greatest russian fairytales & fables has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The Russians very well know how to weave intriguing stories that keep readers hooked till the end. This ebook represents a thoughtful and beautifully illustrated collection of some of the finest Russian fairy and folk tales for people of all ages: Picture Fables for the Little Ones: The Cock and the Bean The Goat and the Ram The Hungry Wolf The Peasant and the Bear The Dog and the Cock King Frost The Bear's Paw The Bear and the Old Man's Daughters The Straw Ox The Fox and the Blackbird Fairy Tales: Snegorotchka Fire Bird Winged Wolf Self-Playing Harp Seven Brothers Ivan Story of the Golden Mountain Robber Nightingale Renowned Hero Mild Man Duck with Golden Eggs Bulat the Brave Tsarevich and Ivashka with White Smock Knight Yaroslav and Princess Anastasia The Golden Mountain Morozko Flying Ship Muzhichek-As-Big-As-Your-Thumb Tsarevich Ivan Tale of Little Fool Ivan Little Feather of Fenist Peasant Demyan Enchanted Ring Brave Labourer Sage Damsel Prophetic Dream Two Out of the Knapsack Marko and Vasily Muscovite Folk Tales: The Fiend The Dead Mother The Dead Witch The Treasure The Cross-Surety The Awful Drunkard The Bad Wife The Golovikha The Three Copecks The Miser The Fool and the Birch-Tree The Mizgir The Smith and the Demon Ivan Popyalof The Norka Marya Morevna Koshchei the Deathless The Water Snake The Water King and Vasilissa the Wise The Baba Yaga Vasilissa the Fair The Witch The Witch and the Sun's Sister Emilian the Fool Witch Girl Headless Princess Soldier's Midnight Watch Warlock Fox-Physician Fiddler in Hell Ride on the Gravestone Two Friends Shroud Coffin-Lid Two Corpses Dog and the Corpse Soldier and the Vampire Elijah the Prophet and Nicholas Priest with the Greedy Eyes Hasty Word.....

Download or read book The Big Book of Christmas Magic 400 Holiday Novels Tales Poems Carols Legends written by Selma Lagerlöf and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-10 with total page 6692 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Big Book of Christmas Magic: 400+ Holiday Novels, Tales, Poems, Carols & Legends offers an unparalleled journey through the vast landscapes of Christmas literature, weaving together an intricate tapestry of narratives that span from enchanting fairy tales and profound poems to soul-stirring carols and timeless legends. This anthology celebrates the eclectic richness of the holiday season, showcasing a remarkable diversity of literary styles and themes. The collection draws together works that reflect the spirit of Christmas in all its forms, from the solemnity of sacred hymns to the playful mirth of festive stories. Each piece, whether it be a poignant tale by Charles Dickens or a whimsical poem by William Wordsworth, contributes to a larger narrative that captures the heart of the holiday season. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology represent a constellation of some of the most influential figures in literary history. From the introspective reflections of Emily Dickinson to the sweeping epics of Leo Tolstoy, and the fantastical adventures of J.M. Barrie, this collection bridges diverse periods and cultures, offering a glimpse into the universal human experience through the lens of Christmas. By uniting such varied voices, the anthology not only celebrates the vast spectrum of human creativity but also highlights the common threads of joy, generosity, and reflection that the holiday season inspires across different times and places. The Big Book of Christmas Magic is an essential addition to the libraries of readers who seek to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Christmas literature. It offers a unique opportunity to explore a multiplicity of perspectives, styles, and themes within a single volume. This collection invites readers to delve into its pages for both its educational value and the pure joy of discovering the myriad ways in which the magic of Christmas has been captured in words. Through this exploration, readers will engage in a meaningful dialogue with the works of some of the greatest authors in history, fostering a deeper appreciation for the power of storytelling to unite and inspire.