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Get Nerdy With Us As We Search For Herbs In Fiction: Recipes, Crafts & Discussion Below

A woman dressed in medieval or fantasy costume holding a sword while standing in a river near stone ruins and greenery.

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Bake Like Arleta: The Magic of Herbal Baking

In the book A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic by J. Penner, protagonist Arleta Starstone earns a place as a contestant in the esteemed elven The Langheim Baking Battle. However, unlike every other contestant, Arleta is a magicless human. Yet she has embraced her love of baking and is successful in experimenting with special botanicals in her bakes to invoke her own kind of magic in her tasty baked goods.

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The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches: A Beginner's Guide to Real-Life Herbalism

Step into the magical world of herbalism with a guide inspired by The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches. Explore the real-life uses of Mika's essential herbs and learn how to create your own "Can't-Do-Withouts" as a beginner.

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The House Witch by Delemhach: A Cozy Fantasy Book Review

The House Witch is the story of Finlay Ashowan adventures in becoming the cook for the King and Queen of Daxaria along with all the people who live in the castle. This story is wonderfully told from various perspectives including a grouchy house witch, a fluffy kitty, and a noble lady. It is filled with the daily intrigue of castle life Fin’s struggle to make a place for himself in his new role as cook, intriguing romantic interludes, and of course descriptions of tasty meals.