A medieval fantasy for those who love the Arthurian Legend, Merlin, dragons and other mythical creatures, and magic.
What happened to the great and powerful wizard Merlin after King Arthur? The old narratives say he disappeared, was cursed and imprisoned by an enchantress, or turned into a bird and entered the esplumoir. But now, a new story comes to light, revealing the lost chapter of the wizard's life a hundred years after the death of the King.
Merlin is a retired wizard living with dragons in their mountain keep. One day, the lord of dragons approaches him to ask him to use his magic to prevent magical creatures from disappearing from the world. Merlin devises a plan that is strange and a little daunting, and it sets him on a path of discovery. Follow him as he sees wonders, both beautiful and terrible, in the realms of fantastic beasts and beings, learns ancient truths, and confronts a tragedy in his past. Treasures in a Bottle is a story with magic and heart, a treasure, if you will, to anyone who gets lost in its pages.
An illustrated chapter book that doubles as a coloring book. Over 200 pages of story that will leave you spellbound, plus 50 stunning illustrations to color.
Winner of The BookFest Spring 2024 Awards: First Place > Juvenile - Myths, Fable; Second Place > Juvenile - Fantasy & Magic; Children's - Chapter Books; Fantasy - Dragons & Mythical Creatures Named a Distinguished Favorite in Middle Grade in the 2024 NYC Big Book Awards! 5-Star Review by Readers' Favorite: "Treasure in a Bottle takes legend and folklore beyond the possibilities of what is already believed. The narrative is riveting and reads like a legend, one to be shared around campfires for generations past and present. This is a great read for those who love the fantasy and magic of the legendary wizard, Merlin." - Emily-Jane Hills Orford of Readers' Favorite