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Crochet world of spooky creatures and cryptids
One of my crafting friends sent this to me, knowing how much I love cryptids. Unfortunately, I’m not that far along in my crochet journey, so this is a little beyond my skill level. Bookmarked for the future!
Build your dream monster zoo
Who said creepy things can’t be cute? With this impressive amigurumi collection, you can unlock a whole new world of terrifying, adorable, and glorious creatures and cryptids. From classic cryptids like Cthulhu, Nessie, and Mothman to paranormal paragons like zombies, werewolves, and Nosferatu himself, there’s no end to the fun horrors you can create.
These 40 unique patterns capture each creature’s characteristics, such as the majesty of a dragon’s wings, Medusa’s serpent hair, and the terror of Slender Man’s tentacles. While creating, you can follow helpful tips to create your own colored eyes and customize the color and size with patterns. Whether you’re looking to add a new spooky item to your stuffed animal collection or want to surprise a horror fan, there’s a lovable monster here for everyone to enjoy.
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kidnapped by Krampus
I follow a lot of nail polish collectors and samplers on Instagram, and one in particular (nicole loves nails) also performs a read-a-long. I had to share what my latest pick was. Yes, I would like to get it myself.
It’s the season for spice…and a little Krampus magic!
Is Krampus real?
Twyla
That’s the question burning in my investigative journalist mind as I sneak into Krampus World to learn the truth about the eccentric CEO who always wears monstrous holiday costumes. I’m definitely making my naughty list for this one.
The last thing I expect is to wake up without clothes in the most beautiful winter castle after sharing a drink with a mysterious, quiet CEO. This horny, heartthrob billionaire has kidnapped me!
Despite the language barrier, I soon learned that his punishment was hot enough to melt the North Pole. And there are things much worse than being treated like a Christmas princess in a Christmas-themed castle.
Unraveling the layers of this hoofed, horned mystery made me think this monster might be as real as Rudolph’s red nose. And I might fall in love with him faster than Santa coming down the chimney.
good…. After all, monster romance is the trend!
Krampus
Don’t let them see your tongue.
Don’t growl.
Don’t encourage them to check your body for zippers that don’t exist.
Don’t wag your tail.
Don’t show them how well you dance with your hooves.
After a century of not finding true love, Twyla is my last chance to break the curse before time runs out. I will do anything to protect my little star, the light in the darkness. It turns out that this naughty girl might just love my horrible punishments and the magic of my kingdom.
It doesn’t take long for Twyla to become more entwined in my heart than a twinkling light. But can she believe that the monster is happy for her? Will she save me from my icy fate?
Or am I forever doomed to be a Christmas demon with a frozen heart?
From best-selling author Emily Shore comes Romantasea, a classic feel packed with spicy surprises. Christmas Kidnapping has never felt this dark and enchanting or this cozy. Get ready for a roller coaster sleigh ride that will make you believe in holiday miracles. There will be a mischievous monster that will make you want to crawl under the mistletoe.
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Magic has no borders
I will forever be singing anthologies to get my tired brain reading. This is a collection of fantasy and science fiction based on South Asian mythology and folklore by amazing YA authors.
From chudales and peris to jinns and goddesses, this rich collection of South Asian folklore, legends, and epics reinterprets ancient stories for a modern audience.
Edited by Samira Ahmed and Sona Charaipotra, this teen anthology of fantasy and science fiction features a wide range of stories that will surprise, delight, and move you, from 14 bestselling, award-winning, and emerging authors from the South Asian diaspora. contained. Well then, read on. After all, magic knows no borders.
Two ill-fated lovers try to find a way back to each other against all odds. . .
A young girl fights for her life against generations of malignant evil. . .
Peri tries to regain her lost powers. . .
The warrior rebels against his foretold destiny. . .
story:
- Saba Tahir, #1 new york times He is the best-selling author of the Ember in the Ashes series, winner of the National Book Award and the Printz Prize. All My RaGe
- Sayantani Dasgupta new york times Best-selling author of Kiranmala and Kingdom Beyond series
- Preeti Chhibber, Author spiderman’s social dilemma
- Sona Charaipotra, Author Symptoms of heartbreak and How Maya became violent and co-author rumored game and Tiny Pretty Thingsnow a Netflix original series.
- Tanaz Bhatena, award-winning author hunted by the sky and of light and shadow
- Sangh Mandanna, bestselling author Truly a secret society irregular witches and the celestial trilogy
- Olivia Chada, author Rise of the Red Hand
- Nafiza Azad, William C. Morris Award Nominated Author candle and flame
- Tracy Baptiste new york times He is the best-selling author of the Jumbies series. Minecraft: The Clash
- Author Naz Qutb loophole
- Nikita Gill, bestselling author wild embers and intense fairy tale
- Swati Thiadhara, author of the Tiger at Midnight trilogy
- Shreya Ila Anasuya, New Voice Selection
- Tahir Abrar “New Voices” Selection
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the most delicious poison
I love niche nonfiction, especially anything about dangerous plants and fungi.
In this “majestic, captivating, and gripping tour de force” (Neil Shubin), the evolutionary biologist discusses nature’s toxins and why we are drawn to and addicted to them.
Deadly secrets lurk in our spice racks, medicine cabinets, backyard gardens, and personal stashes.
Scratch beneath the surface of coffee beans, red pepper flakes, poppy seeds, mold spores, foxglove leaves, magic mushroom caps, marijuana buds, and apple seeds and you’ll find clumps of strange chemicals. We use them to get through the day (caffeine), stimulate our tongues (capsaicin), recover from surgery (opioids), cure infections (penicillin), repair our hearts (digoxin), and more. It can bend the mind (psilocybin), calm the nerves (CBD), and even kill the enemy (cyanide). But why do plants and fungi produce such chemicals, and how did we come to use and abuse some of them?
Based on cutting-edge science such as evolution, chemistry, and neuroscience, the most delicious poison Reveal:
- The origins of toxins produced by plants, mushrooms, microorganisms, and even some animals
- Mechanisms that animals have evolved to overcome them
- How the coevolutionary arms race invaded the human experience
- etc
This eternal chemical warfare has not only driven the diversification of life on Earth, but is also intimately tied to our own successes and failures. You’ll never look at houseplants, mushrooms, fruits, vegetables, and even the past 500 years of human history the same way again.
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