A stand-alone novel of magic and adventure by the renowned fantasy author Diana Wynne Jones, who also wrote Howl's Moving Castle and the Chrestomanci books. Almost finished upon her death in 2011, the manuscript was completed by Diana's sister Ursula Jones, an acclaimed novelist and actress. Publishers Weekly called The Islands of Chaldea "a story to cherish" in their starred review.
Aileen comes from a long line of magic makers, and her aunt Beck is the most powerful magician on Skarr. But Aileen's magic has yet to reveal itself, even though she is old enough and it should have by now. When Aileen is sent over the sea on a mission for the King, she worries that she'll be useless and in the way. A powerful talking cat changes all of that—and with every obstacle Aileen faces, she becomes stronger and more confident, until her magic blooms. This stand-alone novel, by the beloved and acclaimed author of such classic fantasy novels as Howl's Moving Castle and the Chrestomanci books, will be welcomed by fans old and new. "Jones's imaginative vigor is unabated in this last, picaresque novel; her deft, fluid style and penchant for precise, characterful description are amply present," proclaimed The Horn Book.

The Islands of Chaldea

Children's Books

Jones, Ursula

JONES, DIANA WYNNE

Action & Adventure

Greenwillow Books

A textbook for students going into the food and hotel industry, focusing on British regulations, traditions, certification, and apprenticeship programs. Introducing principles that can be applied to a wide range of working environments, discusses customer service, front office and accommodation operations, food preparation and service and basic skills such as communication and information technology. Suggests activities to further investigate each major topic. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Hospitality: A Closer Look

Newton, Shirley

Reference

Thomson Learning

Hospitality and catering: a closer look examines the essential elements of the industry, including customer service, front office operations, accommodation operations, food preparation and food service. It explores the diversity of the industry in catering for all types and ages of customer, in establishments ranging from luxury hotels to youth hostels. In addition, there are specific examples of the applications of information technology, communications and numeracy. This innovative textbook is illustrated with photographs, examples and diagrams, and there are plenty of student-based exercises throughout. It provides an approach to the subject that will enable students to work successfully on their own as well as in more formal learning environments, and provides evidence opportunities for nvq and gnvq programmes.

Hospitality and Catering: A Closer Look

Dixon, Pauline

Catering: Food Preparation and Service

Science & Math

Hodder Arnold

A warm and funny tale with a bit of magic every child can use. One windy day the witch’s children went to the park . . . Look out! The witch’s children are coming and that means trouble! They are only trying to be helpful when they turn Gemma into a frog, the ice-cream van into a golden coach, and the pigeons into footmen. But then the witch’s children don’t know how to break the spells! How will they return everything to normal? Fortunately, the youngest child knows one bit of magic. It goes like this: “Mom!” This funny and reassuring picture book is exuberantly illustrated and perfect for reading aloud.

The Witch's Children

Humor

Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

Beauty and the Beast

Enter a world of enchantment with this magical retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Award-winning author Ursula Jones tells the story with elegance and humor, capturing all the magic and excitement of this timeless fairy tale. Illustrated with exquisite style by Sarah Gibb, this is a beautiful book to pore over and cherish.

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

Albert Whitman & Company

There once was a princess without a kingdom. All she had was a pony and cart and a red umbrella to keep her dry from the rain. Though she lacked worldly possessions, she made up for it in kindness, cleverness, and beauty―qualities that made all the rich princes with kingdoms want to marry her. A wise and witty modern-day fairy tale brought magically to life through Sarah Gibb's exquisite art.

The Princess Who Had No Kingdom

The desperate woman's guide: An illustrated manual of pick-up techniques guaranteed to "peak" a man's interest!

Self-Help

Feedback Press

Enter a world of enchantment with this magical retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Award-winning author Ursula Jones tells the story with elegance and humour, capturing all the magic and excitement of this timeless fairy tale. Illustrated with exquisite style by Sarah Gibb, this is a beautiful book to pore over and cherish.

Orchard

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