Another upcoming 5 stars.
*Note, because I got an early access to a digital copy, this is not the final version and I will not quote from the book or show more than a sample. But here is a sneak peek of what to expect:
Author insights about this book:
"Growing up my grandmother introduced me to many traditions and cultures. I always referred to her as a magical woman because she put so much magic in my heart and fostered great appreciation for the world around me. It was important for me to do the same with my own children and grandchildren."
What is magic to you, dear reader? A special coin from a particular year? A handmade toy?
"The crafts I have weaved into “More Magic” are ones that are dear to me and that have spanned generations within my own family, from myself to my grandkids. I didn’t want to just write a kids craft book, I wanted to create a limerick of moments that I’ve personally loved surrounded by vibrant art. I hope that you enjoy this picture book as much as I did writing it! Alex Goubar, the illustrator, really captured my vision!
The author adds that... some of the crafts will be available with more detailed instructions on her website magicscribes.com upon release of the print book which is set for October 22nd 2024 where books are sold.
(I'm getting my copy with Barnes & Noble again. I love collecting this author's books. They speak to me a lot.)
I'm so in love with the artistry of these pages and we learned so much about rituals we didn't know. As always this author's book is diverse and includes a lot of different culture's lore.
Author says: "Susan Mullins Kwaronhia:wi, a Mohawk from the Kahnawake reserve in Canada, who now resides in Berea, Kentucky, provided the origin information for the dream catcher in the origin index."
"Tabatha Jean D'Agata grew up in Lawrence, Massachusetts and currently resides in New Hampshire. As a little girl, if she wasn't picking dandelions with her grandmother or eating chocolate, she would write in her countless journals and diaries. As she got older, her love for inventing characters and stories enticed her to join writing critique groups as well as attend many writing workshops. She has authored several children’s books, is a longtime literacy columnist for the Parent Express Newspaper and works as a freelance social media marketer. When Tabatha isn’t working, you’ll find her making memories with her husband, daughter, sons, son-in-law, and three grandsons. Tabatha enjoys spending time with her whole family and trolling the streets of Salem, MA or an old cemetery anytime of the year. She believes in the magic of possibilities, putting a penny in her shoes for good luck and genuine kindness. Oh, and chocolate fixes everything!"
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