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Description
This is a collection of ten stories of wizards, princesses, unicorns, enchanted roses, and other people and things that exist in the realm of magic.
Quick Summary
Patricia C. Wrede's *Book of Enchantments* gathers ten bite-size tales of wizards, stubborn princesses, mischievous unicorns, and enchanted roses that each twist familiar fantasy tropes into something fresh and funny. Each story is a quick, witty adventure where a character faces a small magical dilemma like a wizard whose spells backfire, a princess who refuses to be rescued, or a rose that can't stop complaining and solves it with cleverness rather than brute force. Kids who love humor, quick reads, or the kind of clever wordplay found in *Dealing with Dragons* will find plenty to love here, and reluctant readers often appreciate that the chapters are short enough to finish in a single sitting. There's a little bit of tension now and then, but nothing too scary more giggle-inducing than spine-tingling, and the occasional heartfelt moment reminds readers that kindness matters. If you enjoy the lighthearted magic and banter of the Enchanted Forest Chronicles, this collection feels like a pocket-size version of that same playful spirit.