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Oliver Moon is excited about the Festival of Magic parade, until he's give the job of garbage collector! He decides to liven things up with the help of his new pet dragon, but then disaster strikes...
When Oliver Moon discovers that his role in the anticipated Festival of Magic Parade will be picking up trash, he decides to make things interesting by bringing his pet dragon along.
Everyone at Oliver's school is really excited about taking part in the annual Festival of Magic parade, but Oliver is stuck with the boring job of picking up the litter. When his little sister Witch Baby hatches a baby dragon at home, Oliver sees his chance to liven his role up. But things don't quite go to plan ...
For the first time, here are the first three books in the Chintz 'n China paranormal cozy mystery series, collected together into one volume. Book One — Ghost of a Chance: Emerald O'Brien is the owner of the Chintz 'n China Tea Room where guests are served the perfect blend of teas and tarot readings. She never set out to be a detective, but once word gets out that she can communicate with the dead, there's no turning back... When the ghost of Susan Mitchell asks for Emerald's help in convicting her own murderer, Emerald can't refuse. Along with her friends-an ex-supermodel and a cop-and her new love interest, Emerald must search for clues to put the killer behind bars, and Susan's tortured soul to rest. Book Two — Legend of the Jade Dragon: Tarot cards seldom lie. So when they predict chaos and bad luck for her last client of the day, Emerald gets more than a little worried. He leaves behind a charming jade statue of a dragon--but promptly dies in a hit-and-run accident outside of her shop. When other terrible things begin to plague Em and her family, the only explanation is the jade dragon. To thwart its evil spell, she'll have to follow a trail of heartache all the way back to China's Ming Dynasty--and its ancient--and sometimes harsh--mysteries. Book Three — Murder Under A Mystic Moon: With her teenaged daughter's birthday on the horizon and the town's autumn festival in full swing, Emerald has her hands full with party preparations and teashop specials. But a request from her friend Jimbo has her using her abilities to look into the disappearance of his friend. In the woods surrounding the Klickavail Valley enclave, Emerald senses a strange energy manifesting itself-before literally stumbling across the body of Jimbo's friend. While the police are willing to blame the death on a cougar attack, Emerald knows there's something else wandering the forest-something that resembles the Klakatat monster of legend, but may actually be a monster of a more human kind. Additional books continuing the series that are not included in this set: A Harvest of Bones (book 4) One Hex of a Wedding (book 5) Holiday Spirits (book 6) Keywords: Paranormal mystery, cozy mystery, cats, ghosts, Kickass women, tea, china, magic, formidable foes, bikers, Pacific North West, single mother, Tea shop, small town, strong women, strange happenings, amazing best friends, strong relationships, magical items, amateur detective, paranormal, relatable mc
Oliver Optic's "Stem to Stern; or, Building the Boat" explores the intricacies of boat building in the 19th century, providing readers with detailed descriptions of the construction process and the tools involved. Optic's writing style is characterized by its clarity and precision, making the technical aspects of boat building accessible to a wide audience. Set in the context of America's maritime history, the book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in naval architecture and craftsmanship of the era. The narrative is engaging and informative, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of building a seaworthy vessel from stem to stern. Optic's attention to detail and commitment to authenticity make this book a must-read for enthusiasts of nautical literature. Oliver Optic, a pseudonym for William Taylor Adams, drew on his own experiences as a sailor and a naval instructor to write "Stem to Stern." His background in maritime education shines through in the book, demonstrating his expertise in the subject matter. Optic's passion for boats and the sea is evident in his vivid descriptions and meticulous research. I highly recommend "Stem to Stern; or, Building the Boat" to anyone interested in boat building, maritime history, or 19th-century literature. Optic's expertise and engaging writing style make this book a valuable addition to any nautical enthusiast's collection.
