Alice Hoffman Books

Where does the story of the Owens family begin? With a baby abandoned in a snowy field in the 1600s. Under the care of Hannah Owens, little Maria learns about the "Unnamed Arts." Hannah recognizes that Maria has a gift and she teaches the girl all she knows. When Maria is abandoned by the man she loves, she follows him to Salem, Massachusetts. Here she invokes the curse that will haunt her family. And it's is here that she learns the rules of magic and the lesson that she will carry with her for the rest of her life. Love is the only thing that matters.

In Berlin in 1941 during humanity's darkest hour, three unforgettable young women must act with courage and love to survive, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Dovekeepers and The Marriage of Opposites Alice Hoffman.

The stunning prequel to Alice Hoffman's bestselling and most beloved novel ever, Practical Magic, taking us into the lives of Jet and Frances Owens.

The stunning conclusion to the beloved Practical Magic series

A cloth bag containing ten paperback copies of the title and a discussion folder.

Struggling with the loss of her family in a fire, fifteen-year-old Green isolates herself in her devastated garden, grappling with her grief and the challenges of living alone. As she navigates her emotional turmoil, the garden becomes a symbol of her pain and a place where she seeks solace and healing.

The new novel from the international bestselling author of The Dovekeepers

This inaugural volume showcases a collection of outstanding short fiction from emerging writers in the U.S. and Canada, highlighting fresh voices and new talent nurtured in prestigious writing workshops. It promises to introduce readers to the literary stars of tomorrow, making it a significant addition to contemporary literature.

Set in a small American town, the story unveils the enchanting secrets of a mysterious garden that has witnessed three centuries of love, betrayal, and redemption. It explores deep themes of passion and loyalty, revealing how the garden connects the lives of its inhabitants to their hidden truths and dark histories. The narrative promises to captivate readers with its blend of magic and emotional depth, drawing them into the intertwined fates of the characters.

A haunting and emotionally satisfying novel from a much-loved and critically acclaimed author, which weaves fairy tale and gritty realism together to dazzlingly effect.