The Old Witches Camp($14.99Value)

Description

Maple, Maya, and Birdie are back, trading their familiar comforts for the deep woods in this enchanting sequel to The Old Witches Home. Every year, the annual gathering at Witch Camp is a time for rejuvenation, ancient rituals, and reuniting with old friends. But this year’s retreat quickly transforms into a battle to protect the land they hold sacred. When an uninvited deity arrives to stir up mischief and disrupt their plans, the community faces a new trial that tests their resolve. To save what is rightfully theirs, the witches must pool their unique strengths, welcome new allies, and harness the deepest magic of all: collective action and community bonding. In a world faced with climate change and the seemingly impossible challenge of protecting the Earth, the troupe of new and old friends discover that this very tension is the spark that ignites real change. Perfect for fans of cozy, progressive LGBTQ+ fantasy, this heartwarming tale proves that fighting for social justice is a lifelong journey, and magic happens when we stand together. "The Old Witches Camp describes a troupe of witches who come together for summer camp—and all the adventures that follow. The novel masquerades as a breezy summer read. But this fun, fast-moving fantasy grapples with matters of real importance: our global environmental crisis, the challenges of aging, the importance of group solidarity to achieve lasting positive change. The book’s characters are vividly drawn—goofy, cranky, compassionate. The plot feels ‘cozy’, but as the novel nears its end, the reader realizes that the stakes could not be higher. If you like stories that entertain but also dare to imagine a better world, The Old Witches Camp should be on your summer reading list!" “Wise, unapologetically political, and deeply human, The Old Witches Camp is less concerned with casting spells than with the people brave enough to imagine a different future. Swansong’s greatest strength isn’t ornate language; it’s her ability to juggle a surprisingly large ensemble without losing sight of each character’s emotional purpose. In a literary landscape that still too often sidelines older women, Avian Swansong has written something thoughtful, timely, and refreshingly origin al.” Source: Melissa Suggitt, Independent Book Review