Mystical Tales for a Magical Life


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The Vedic texts are a wellspring of stories, of lessons, of tales that never get old. Here's a special edition that curates eleven of the most interesting, unheard, and thought-provoking tales from the scriptures, the epics, and the Puranas and correlates them to our present-day situations. By presenting the complexities of these texts in a modern, accessible format, the book leaves you, the reader, richer with its glorious learnings. MYSTICAL TALES FOR A MAGICAL LIFE IS A WONDERFUL, WISE COMPANION THAT NOURISHES AND NURTURES AT ANY AND EVERY STAGE IN LIFE."




Magical, Mystical Book of Everything


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This fantasy fiction book will appeal to students who love stories involving time travel, magic, and libraries! Rosie Popolchek hates working in the family bakery. But after a magical librarian sends her back in time, Rosie learns to appreciate the hard work that went into creating the Popolchek family bakery. This 32-page hi-lo book features full-color illustrations and compelling text to capture the attention of kids who enjoy imaginative stories.




Magic of Friendships


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Do you have numerous friends on social media, but hardly any in real life? Do you find that your relationships don't last? These and similar questions have now become the part and parcel of our lives. Today, more than ever, friendship has become more important than any other relationship. The warmth and companionship that a good friend can provide is unmatched and each one of us craves for that special friend to whom we can unburden our heart or seek help from in troubled times. But not all of us are that lucky! In his book, Shubha Vilas discusses, in a simple and straight-forward manner, what is missing in our friendships today and the various scenarios that prevent people from making and maintaining good friends.




Mythology for a Magical Life


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Invigorate Your Craft with Profound Myths & Accompanying Activities Explore the creative depths of myths, fairy tales, and folklore, where you'll gain extraordinary insights about both the world and yourself. Featuring more than a dozen amazing tales and their related spells, meditations, and affirmations, Mythology for a Magical Life shows you how to elevate your practice in ways you never imagined. These stories come from cultures all over the globe, offering you a deep connection to the human experience. Popular author Ember Grant shares an impressive collection of myths, themes, and hands-on activities that enhance your skills and add new energy to your magic. Discover what the story of Cupid and Psyche can teach you about the journey of your soul. Learn how trickster folklore can inspire you to seize new opportunities in your life. Embrace your primal self with the Maid-of-the-Wave's tale. This compulsively readable book enriches your craft through the power of storytelling.




The Magic of Friendships


Book Description

Do you have numerous friends on social media, but hardly any in real life? Do you find that your relationships don't last? These and similar questions have now become the part and parcel of our lives. Today, more than ever, friendship has become more important than any other relationship. The warmth and companionship that a good friend can provide is unmatched and each one of us craves for that special friend to whom we can unburden our heart or seek help from in troubled times. But not all of us are that lucky! In his book, Shubha Vilas discusses, in a simple and straight-forward manner, what is missing in our friendships today and the various scenarios that prevent people from making and maintaining good friends.




Mythology for a Magical Life


Book Description

Rekindle your craft and embrace a magical frame of mind with twelve amazing myths and their accompanying spells, meditations, affirmations, and hands-on activities. Mythology for a Magical Life shows you how to elevate your practice in ways you never imagined and deepen your connection to the human experience. Presenting myths, themes, and related activities, Ember Grant helps develop your skills and add new energy to your magic. Discover what the story of Cupid and Psyche can teach you about the journey of your soul. Explore how trickster folklore can inspire you to seize new opportunities in your life. Learn how to embrace your deep, primal self with the Maid-of-the-Wave's tale. This compulsively readable book enriches your craft through the power of storytelling.




Mystical Tales


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“I barely had time to dive before the explosion occurred, and tossed me into the icy cold and treacherous ocean.” I was all set for a relaxing weekend on the cruise ‘The Majestic Glider’, a three-decker ship with every single luxury a child might possibly dream or want. But when a storm approached our ship, I got a bad feeling about this vacation. A fire broke out on the cruise and an explosion tossed me into the ocean, separating me from the others. I woke up to find myself on a largely deserted island with only one other survivor from the ship. Will two youngsters be able to survive on their own until help arrives? Or will they perish on this dreadful deadly island? Mystical Tales has ten thrilling and adventurous short stories woven with a common theme of hope and happiness, and each with a different value to learn.




Open-Eyed Meditations


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Open-eyed Meditations is a beautiful compilation of thoughts wherein each meditation takes you on a journey to the past, bringing a secret herb to heal a problem of the present. A true distillation of ancient wisdom tips for modern lives, this unique self-help book uses the wisdom of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata to solve your everyday problems. Beyond the storyline, something deeper is waiting to be discovered from these ancient texts. This book is an attempt to uncover the hidden layer of wealth that is cleverly packaged within the commonly known storylines. 'Deep exploration, cogent analysis, and lucid interpretation of stories from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata . . . This book should be on every bookshelf and in every home.' - Christopher C. Doyle, author 'Intuitive yet pragmatic, Open-eyed Meditations is a lucid and thoughtful window to mindfulness.' - Namita Gokhale, writer 'A wonderful book that reveals many profound secrets through varied meditations, each of which can nurture a different aspect of your life.' - Ashwin Sanghi, author.




Timeless Tales to Ignite Your Mind


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50 Stories of Wit & Wisdom from Ancient India In Timeless Tales to Ignite Your Mind, national bestselling author Shubha Vilas revives our ancient tradition of sharing wisdom through storytelling. Dive in and marvel at BIRBAL’S INTELLIGENCE TENALI’S BRILLIANCE VIKRAMADITYA’S COURAGE BRAHMA’S ASTUTENESS That’s not all. This collection is replete with enthralling tales of kings, commoners and even animals (and they can talk!) who face life’s troubles but emerge victorious with the help of their intelligence and wit. Each story ends with engaging questions that will help you reflect on the anecdote and the lessons inside. These folktales may have been forgotten in this digital era but they still retain their relevance and charm, thanks to their priceless practical insights. SHUBHA VILAS is a lifestyle coach, storyteller and author. He studied patent law after completing his engineering degree but finally chose the path of a spiritual seeker. He’s authored many books and Ramayana: The Game of Life is his bestselling series. The focus of his work is the application of scriptural wisdom to daily life and addressing the needs of corporates and the youth through thoughtprovoking seminars.




The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures


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Meet your favourite monsters, fairies, heroes, and tricksters from all around the world! Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully-illustrated Greek mythology book for children aged 5-9. You’ll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Then jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see! Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them. With magic and mystery in every page, your child can discover: - Facts behind the myths - Insights into cultures from around the world and their creation stories - Stunning full-colour illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this mythology book for children is the only kids’ guide to magical creatures that explores the history behind the mythology in both an engaging and educational way. A must-have volume for children aged 5-9 with an interes in fantasy tale, Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is filled with supernatural stories that brings the history of mythology and magical creatures to life, and explores the societies that birthed these legendary creatures found in narratives from Ancient Greek mythology, Australian and Native American folktales. From narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. This beautifully-illustrated fantasy book for kids is wonderful for children who like to delve into enchanting stories and magical creatures.