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The Magic We Miss - Signed Edition

by Brian Parker and Josie Parker

ISBN13: 9798990059108

All Product Details

$18.99

List Price:~~$24.99~~

New Trade Paperback

Release Date: 11/30/2024

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Upcoming Event

Saturday, November 30 @ 3:00 PM

Powell's City of Books

In a city (very much inspired by Portland and its surrounding boroughs) we find a young lady riding alone on public transit. Then, out of the corner of her eye, she catches a glimpse of the strangest sight. An ogre! An actual ogre wearing a tattered overcoat, a flat cap, and reading a newspaper! What follows is a growing friendship between the girl and the world-weary magical creature. Their interactions will help reveal a world of wonders that exists parallel to our own, but invisible to most. The stories in Brian and Josie Parker’s anthology, The Magic We Miss (Believe in Wonder Publishing) — crafted by a diverse group of authors and visionaries — will unfold in this setting, each one a unique take on the idea of “magic all around us.” The stories will feature magic, mystery, chills, thrills, and true connection, all with a focus on imagination, resilience, and embracing the unknown. Anthology editor Brian Parker will be joined in conversation by The Magic We Miss contributor Benjamin Gorman, with readings by contributors John Slovacek, Niyyah Ruscher-Haqq, Sean Fishback, Annie Carl, Colleen East, and Stephanie Carrier-Boodram.

Please note: Signed preordered books will be shipped to you and are not available for pick-up in the store the night of the event (but if you're planning to attend, don't worry! Signed editions are usually available at the events). Also, we are sorry but we can not accommodate personalized inscriptions, or guarantee the signed books are first editions. Thanks for your understanding.

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Publisher Comments

In a city (very much inspired by Portland and its surrounding boroughs) we find a young lady riding alone on public transit. Then, out of the corner of her eye, she catches a glimpse of the strangest sight. An ogre! An actual ogre wearing a tattered overcoat, a flat cap, and reading a newspaper! What follows is a growing friendship between the girl and the world-weary magical creature. Their interactions will help reveal a world of wonders that exists parallel to our own, but invisible to most. The stories in this anthology, crafted by a diverse group of authors and visionaries, will unfold in this setting — each one a unique take on the idea of “magic all around us.”

The stories will feature magic, mystery, chills, thrills, and true connection, all with a focus on imagination, resilience, and embracing the unknown. The Magic We Miss anthology features 19 authors from all walks of life and publishing backgrounds. Their artistry and creative excitement is why this collection will be one to treasure. Featuring: Niyyah Ruscher-Haqq, Laura Stanfill, Sean Fishback, John Slovacek, Benjamin Gorman, Nancy Townsley, Joachim Sohn, Jennifer Lindsay, Jess Graff, Stephanie Carrier-Boodram, Kate Ristau, Robin MacGarghee, Matt Hawk, Colleen East, Frances Lu Pai Ippolito, and Gigi Little.

About the Author

The Parkers live in Beaverton, Oregon, and are the owners of Believe In Wonder Publishing, a youth-focused publishing entity established in 2015. With 20 titles to their credit, Believe In Wonder focuses on promoting imagination, inspiration, and positive thinking in audiences young and old alike.