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Wizardborn: Book 3 of the Runelords (Runelords #3)
by David FarlandReeling from the battle at Carris, the young king Gaborn Val Orden finds that he has lost the powers that let him protect his people. As he struggles to rid his land of reavers, he discovers that the creatures are more resourceful and terrifying than even he imagined. Desperate for any weapon that will aid him in this battle, all of his hopes come to rest upon the nine-year-old girl, Averan, the Wizardborn apprentice to the earth wizard Binnesman. Despite her fears, he must convince her to lead him in battle against the reaver lord of the underworld.Meanwhile the ailing Wolf Lord, Raj Ahten, learns that a reaver horde is decimating his own homeland. There, he confronts his enemy, and finds that he must choose to strip himself of all humanity or face ultimate defeat . . .
Wizarding for Beginners (Elys Dolan Illustrated Chapter Books)
by Elys DolanThis illustrated chapter book follow-up to Knighthood for Beginners—starring the now-knighted dragon Dave and his best friend, German-speaking goat and trusty steed, Albrecht—is another high-action, laugh-out-loud page-turner! Best friends Dave (now a knighted dragon) and Albrecht (Dave&’s German-speaking, trusty steed, life coach, and a goat) from Knighthood for Beginners are back—and they&’re going undercover! They must disguise themselves as wizards to enter the notoriously secretive Wizarding Guild, in order to free their kidnapped, talking-animal friends and stop Terrence, the most evil wizard of them all. Luckily, they have the perfect book to help them on their quest, the amazing, the brilliant, Wizarding for Beginners! Copious black-and-white illustrations by the author help bring all the hilarity to life in this eagerly anticipated follow-up to Knighthood for Beginners.
Wizardmatch
by Lauren MagazinerTake the hilarious, magic-infused world of Eva Ibbotson's Which Witch, add the lovable feuding family from The Incredibles, and you'll get Wizardmatch--funny, fantastical, action-packed, and totally heartwarming.Twelve-year-old Lennie Mercado loves magic. She practices her invisibility powers all the time (she can now stay invisible for fifteen seconds!), and she dreams of the day that she can visit her grandfather, the Prime Wizard de Pomporromp, at his magical estate.Now Lennie has her chance. Poppop has decided to retire, and his grandchildren are coming from all over to compete in Wizardmatch. The winner inherits his title, his castle, and every single one of his unlimited magical powers. The losers get nothing. Lennie is desperate to win, but when Poppop creates a new rule to quelch any sibling rivalry, her thoughts turn from winning Wizardmatch to sabotaging it...even if it means betraying her family.Comedic, touching, and page-turny, Wizardmatch is perfect for fans of Mr. Lemoncello's Library, The Gollywopper Games, and The Candymakers.
Wizardry Compiled
by Rick CookThis book is an original digital file also available from the Baen Free Library at www.baen.com. Please join us in thanking Baen books for making this accessible copy available through Bookshare.org.
The Wizardry Compiled
by Rick CookIn the sequel to Wizard's Bane, Wiz Zumwalt, programming and magician, is hunted by other wizards who aren't happy with his ability to change the rules of magic.
Wizards
by Jack Dann Gardner DozoisNeil Gaiman, Eoin Colfer, and many more join ?this magical brew [that] will enchant young adult readers and their elders as well.? (Publishers Weekly)In Wizards, today?s master fantasists turn their hands to tales of these magical beings, living in both ancient and modern times, as well as in fantasy realms that never were. Featuring stories by New York Times bestselling authors Neil Gaiman, Eoin Colfer and Garth Nix as well as tales from Kage Baker, Peter S. Beagle, Terry Bisson, Orson Scott Card, Terry Dowling, Andy Duncan, Jeffrey Ford, Elizabeth Hand, Nancy Kress, Tanith Lee, Patricia A. McKillip, Mary Rosenblum, Tad Williams, Gene Wolfe, and Jane Yolen.
Wizards: The Myths, Legends, and Lore
by Aubrey ShermanA spellbinding collection of wizardry!For centuries, people have been mesmerized by the spectacular tales of wizards. In this book, you will uncover the mystery behind these sorcerers with folklore, mythology, and poetry from every tradition in the world. From the legendary Telchines, who were entrusted with the upbringing of Olympian gods to the great, wise Gandalf in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy, the dazzling stories surrounding these magicians are sure to captivate anyone who has ever dreamed of mastering the arcane arts of wizardry. Whether you're interested in exploring the rich history behind these enchanting figures or want to learn more about their magical abilities, you will gain a better understanding of their impact on civilizations as you accompany these powerful conjurors on their spellbinding journeys.Complete with detailed illustrations, this book reveals the incredible power and age-old wisdom of some of the most extraordinary wizards to ever exist.
Wizards: Stories of Magic, Mischief and Mayhem
by Jennifer Schwamm WillisThis collection features stories about wizards from such noted fantasy authors as J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, T. H. White, Roald Dahl, Frances Hodgson Burnett, George McDonald, and many others.
The Wizard's Apprentice (The Keepers #2)
by Jackie French KollerPrincess Arenelle has done what no other girl in the history of Eldearth has done! She has completed the Quest to become the next Imperial Wizard, Keeper of the Light that protects Eldearth from Evil. Soon she will be apprenticed to the current Keeper, and her training will begin.
Wizards at War (Young Wizards Ser. #8)
by Diane DuaneYoung wizards reunite to stop a powerful enemy from robbing the world of its magic as this YA fantasy adventure series continues.Returning from their wizardly holiday, Nita Callaghan and Kit Rodriguez look forward to getting back to their normal routine. But there’s trouble brewing. A strange darkness is befalling older wizards across the world, stealing away their power. Soon, young wizards from Earth and beyond must join forces to stop an unimaginable invasion—and defend the very essence of wizardry itself.To stop the evil afoot, they must first find a secret weapon promised to them by the Powers That Be. With their alien teammates, Nita, Kit, and Dairine are on a desperate search through worlds known and unknown, racing against the minions of the sinister Lone Power who are determined to find it first. And that’s only the beginning, because for the first time in millenia, the wizards are about to go to war.
The Wizard's Bakery: A magical coming-of-age story like no other - for fans of Korean translated fiction
by Gu Byeong -MoThe award-winning, shocking Korean bestseller, a unique tale where magic comes at a price.'A story of choice and consequence. Unique and unorthodox' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I didn't want to stop reading, I still don't want the story to be over' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Don't we all need a little magic in our lives sometimes?'Open twenty-four hours a day in a quiet Seoul neighbourhood, The Wizard's Bakery seems like any other where you can buy bread, cakes, and pastries, with a somewhat grumpy man behind the counter.For a desperate runaway teen, it's a refuge from a fractured home - until he discovers the pastries hold magic: madeleines to fix broken hearts, almond bars to unearth memories buried deep within and cinnamon cookies for your worst enemies.But each of these items come with a warning: the power contained in the treats inevitably alters the order of the world and can produce dramatic consequences for those who consume them, consequences that need to be weighed carefully.Under the stern eye of the bakery's gruff wizard and his mysterious blue-haired assistant, the boy learns about the responsibility that comes with working in a bakery where every bite comes with a price.READERS ARE COMPLETELY BEWITCHED BY THIS MAGICAL TALE: 'A very profound story with a lot to take away' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Absolutely charming and unexpectedly poignant' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Magic has never been so tempting' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The Wizard's Bakery: A magical coming-of-age story like no other - for fans of Korean translated fiction
by Gu Byeong -MoThe award-winning, shocking Korean bestseller, a unique tale where magic comes at a price.'A story of choice and consequence. Unique and unorthodox' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I didn't want to stop reading, I still don't want the story to be over' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Don't we all need a little magic in our lives sometimes?'Open twenty-four hours a day in a quiet Seoul neighbourhood, The Wizard's Bakery seems like any other where you can buy bread, cakes, and pastries, with a somewhat grumpy man behind the counter.For a desperate runaway teen, it's a refuge from a fractured home - until he discovers the pastries hold magic: madeleines to fix broken hearts, almond bars to unearth memories buried deep within and cinnamon cookies for your worst enemies.But each of these items come with a warning: the power contained in the treats inevitably alters the order of the world and can produce dramatic consequences for those who consume them, consequences that need to be weighed carefully.Under the stern eye of the bakery's gruff wizard and his mysterious blue-haired assistant, the boy learns about the responsibility that comes with working in a bakery where every bite comes with a price.READERS ARE COMPLETELY BEWITCHED BY THIS MAGICAL TALE: 'A very profound story with a lot to take away' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Absolutely charming and unexpectedly poignant' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Magic has never been so tempting' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The Wizard's Castle (Circle of Magic 2, Book #5)
by Debra Doyle James D. MacdonaldThe castle stood in isolation at the top of a steep slope on a spur of bare granite. Blocks of the same gray stone formed the castle's walls and its two great towers, one higher than the other, rising above the central keep.
The Wizards' Conclave (Dragonlance: Age of Mortals #5)
by Douglas NilesThe series that explores the lives of key characters from Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman's "New York Times" bestselling War of Souls trilogy continues. Original.
The Wizard's Dilemma: The Fifth Book In The Young Wizards Series (Young Wizards #5)
by Diane DuaneA novel &“filled with very credible teen angst, morality, and an intriguing blend of science fiction and fantasy&” from the author of A Wizard Abroad (School Library Journal). Still recovering from an overly eventful vacation in Ireland, teenage wizard Nita Callahan is looking forward to some peace and quiet in her suburban New York home. Instead, her close friend Kit seems to be acting a little weird, and Nita keeps running into problems for which wizardry either isn&’t the answer or else it&’s the wrong one. How do you fix what can&’t be fixed? Only the Transcendent Pig knows, and it&’s not telling. But Nita needs to find out—and soon. Her wizardly partnership with Kit starts to fall apart. Much worse, her mother gets sick . . . so sick she may never leave the hospital.Only one person can help Nita—the One she&’s devoted her life to fighting. &“Powerful and satisfying.&”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) &“A gripping and dynamic fantasy . . . Fans of the author will flock to this new adventure, which likely will bring new readers to the series.&”—VOYA Praise for the Young Wizards series &“Duane is tops in the high adventure business . . . This rollicking yarn will delight readers.&”—Publishers Weekly &“High Wizardry is . . . high entertainment.&”—Locus &“Recommend this series to young teens who devour books about magic and wizards . . . or kids looking for &‘Harry Potter&’ read-alikes.&”—School Library Journal &“Stands between the works of Diana Wynne Jones . . . and Madeleine L&’Engle . . . An outstanding, original work.&”—The Horn Book
Wizards Don't Need Computers (The Adventures of the Bailey School kids #20)
by Marcia Thornton Jones Debbie DadeyThere are some pretty weird grownups living in Bailey City. But could the new librarian who has a long white beard and a magic wand really be Merlin, the great wizard from medieval times? The Bailey School Kids are going to find out! "I just realized that Mr. Merle's name sounds like Merlin," said Liza. Melody's eyes were big. "And his fish's name is Arthur, as in King Arthur!" "Maybe Mr. Merle is Merlin," Howie said. Liza and Melody gulped, but Eddie just laughed. "Wizards use magic to get whatever they want. Theydon't have to work in libraries shelving books. And they definitely don't need computers!"
Wizard's Eleven
by Sheri S. TepperThe son of Mavin Manyshaped is back.Let the Players of the True Game beware.A giant stalks the mountains. The Shadowpeople gather by the light of the moon. The Bonedancers raise up armies of the dead. And the Wizard's Eleven sleep, trapped in their dreams.Players, take your places. The final Game begins.
Wizard's Fate: Ergoth Trilogy #2) (The Ergoth Trilogy #2)
by Paul B. Thompson Tonya C. CookThe second title in the latest trilogy from Dragonlance author team Thompson & Cook. Writing team Thompson & Cook once again explore the history of the ancient Dragonlance world in The Wizard's Fate, the next title in their latest trilogy. Considered the historical specialists of the Dragonlance world, the authors take the story to a colorful and violent era of its history that has not been previously chronicled in any novel.
Wizard's First Rule: Book One Of The Sword Of Truth (Sword Of Truth Ser. #1)
by Terry GoodkindThe &“wonderfully creative, seamless, and stirring&” debut novel in the Sword of Truth epic fantasy series by the #1 New York Times bestselling author (Kirkus). Terry Goodkind&’s debut novel, Wizard&’s First Rule, was a phenomenon from the moment it was first published by Tor Books in 1994. In it, readers are drawn into the magical New World, where ordinary Westland forest guide Richard Cypher accepts his extraordinary destiny. As a Seeker of Truth, Richard is the only one who can stop the tyrannical wizard Darken Rahl from seizing the all-powerful Boxes of Orden. When the beautiful and mysterious Kahlan Amnell appears in Richard's forest seeking help, his humble world is turned on its head. After proving that he can wield the Sword of Truth, Richard knows that a confrontation with Darken Rahl looms. But Kahlan beseeches him to reach beyond his sword and invoke his inner nobility in order to face the dangerous challenges ahead.
Wizard's Funeral: Book Two
by Kim HunterA LAND WITHOUT A KING In the troubled kingdom of Zamerkand, the enemies within are as dangerous as those at the borders. For Soldier, the warrior whose influence is already too great for some courtiers' liking, there is no such thing as rest. Death can strike at any moment, and from any direction. But it is another death that will shake the world to its core: that of the King Magus, whose power alone can keep the forces of good and evil in balance. His successor needs to be found, and the responsibility is given to Soldier. The successor, however, is only a young boy, and there are many who would prefer him - and Soldier - to meet a bloodier fate.
Wizard's Funeral: The Red Pavilions: Book Two (Red Pavilions #2)
by Kim HunterA LAND WITHOUT A KING In the troubled kingdom of Zamerkand, the enemies within are as dangerous as those at the borders. For Soldier, the warrior whose influence is already too great for some courtiers' liking, there is no such thing as rest. Death can strike at any moment, and from any direction. But it is another death that will shake the world to its core: that of the King Magus, whose power alone can keep the forces of good and evil in balance. His successor needs to be found, and the responsibility is given to Soldier. The successor, however, is only a young boy, and there are many who would prefer him - and Soldier - to meet a bloodier fate.
Wizard's Hall
by Jane YolenAn inept wizard-in-training is the only one who can save his classmates from the terrible sorcery that threatens to devour their magical school Acclaimed master fantasist Jane Yolen imagines an academic world of wonders where paintings speak, walls move, monsters are made real, and absolutely anything can happen—as she introduces readers to a hero as hapless as the legendary Merlin is powerful. It was Henry&’s dear ma who decided to send him off to Wizard&’s Hall to study sorcery, despite the boy&’s apparent lack of magical talent. He has barely stepped through the gates of the magnificent school when he is dubbed Thornmallow (&“prickly on the outside, squishy within&”). Still, regardless of his penchant for turning even the simplest spell into a disaster, Thornmallow&’s teachers remain kind and patient, and he soon has a cadre of loyal, loving friends. But there is something that no one is telling the boy: As the 113th student to enroll in the wondrous academy, Thornmallow has an awesome and frightening duty to fulfill—and failure will mean the destruction of Wizard&’s Hall and everyone within its walls.
Wizard's Holiday (Young Wizards Series #7)
by Diane DuaneRest and relaxation--that's what Nita thinks she's going to get when she and her partner-wizard Kit go on a wizardly "cultural exchange" program. But nothing about wizardry--not even vacation--is ever quite that simple!
Wizards, Inc.
by Martin H. Greenberg M. Coleman15 original stories about those who earn their living through spellcraft From a boy who discovers life can be an illusion...to a man who maintains company security through enchantment...to a young woman who inherits a real magic shop..<P><P>to a gambler who needs a sure way to beat the odds...to a woman who creates unique chocolates-here are 15 imaginative tales that run the whole gamut of wizardly professions.