To activate the magic dragon, one must understand the importance of chords. Chords are a fundamental element of music that can unlock the ethereal power of the dragon. The right combination of chords has the ability to transport us to another realm, enchanting our senses and igniting our imaginations..
Pam Grossman is the creator and host of The Witch Wave podcast and the author of Waking the Witch: Reflections on Women, Magic, and Power (Gallery Books).
Whether historically accurate or not, this reframing of witches as sympathetic figures who stand in opposition to misogyny made a huge impression on Baum, thus both Glinda and the unnamed Good Witch of the North were born. Pam Grossman is the creator and host of The Witch Wave podcast and the author of Waking the Witch Reflections on Women, Magic, and Power Gallery Books.
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The Witches of Thistle Grove #1 Payback's a Witch
The Witches of Eastwick meets The L Word in this fresh, sizzling rom-com by Lana Harper.
Emmy Harlow is a witch but not a very powerful one—in part because she hasn’t been home to the magical town of Thistle Grove in years. Her self-imposed exile has a lot to do with a complicated family history and a desire to forge her own way in the world, and only the very tiniest bit to do with Gareth Blackmoor, heir to the most powerful magical family in town and casual breaker of hearts and destroyer of dreams.
But when a spellcasting tournament that her family serves as arbiters for approaches, it turns out the pull of tradition (or the truly impressive parental guilt trip that comes with it) is strong enough to bring Emmy back. She’s determined to do her familial duty; spend some quality time with her best friend, Linden; and get back to her real life in Chicago.
On her first night home, Emmy runs into Talia Avramov—an all-around badass adept in the arts of divination—who is fresh off a bad breakup…with Gareth Blackmoor. Talia had let herself be charmed, only to discover that Gareth was also seeing Linden Thorn—unbeknownst to either of them. And now she and Violet want revenge. Only one question stands: Is Emmy in?
But most concerning of all: Why can’t she stop thinking about the terrifyingly competent, devastatingly gorgeous, wickedly charming Talia Avramov?
About the Author
Lanais the author of four YA novels about modern-day witches and historical murderesses. Born in Serbia, she grew up in Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria before moving to the US, where she studied psychology and literature at Yale University, law at Boston University, and publishing at Emerson College. She recently moved to Chicago with her family.
Author Residence: Chicago, IL
Format: Trade Paperback
Length: 352 pages
Publication Date: October 5, 2021
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Reviews for "The Art of Dragon Whispering: Mastering the Chords that Bring the Magic to Life"
1. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Chords to activate the magic dragon." The storyline was confusing and lacked depth, and the characters were underdeveloped. I couldn't connect with any of them, and their actions seemed forced and unrealistic. The writing style was also quite subpar, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward phrasing. Overall, I found this book to be unengaging and not worth the read.
2. John - 1/5 stars - "Chords to activate the magic dragon" was a complete waste of time. The plot was convoluted and made no sense, jumping from one random event to another without any coherence. The dialogue was unbelievable, and the characters felt one-dimensional and lacking in development. Additionally, the author's writing style was amateurish, with repetitive descriptions and a lack of attention to detail. I regret picking up this book and would not recommend it to anyone.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Chords to activate the magic dragon," but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The pacing was off, with certain parts dragging on while others were rushed, leaving me feeling confused and disconnected from the story. The world-building was also lacking, leaving many unanswered questions and gaps in the narrative. Although there were some interesting ideas present, they were not executed well, resulting in a disappointing read. I would not recommend this book to fantasy lovers looking for a captivating and well-crafted story.
4. Mark - 1/5 stars - I struggled to finish "Chords to activate the magic dragon." The writing was lackluster, with dull and repetitive descriptions that failed to engage me as a reader. The characters were unlikable and lacked depth, making it difficult to care about their fates. The plot was disjointed and confusing, jumping between different perspectives without any clear purpose or direction. Overall, this book was a disappointment and not worth the time invested. I would advise potential readers to steer clear of this one.