Books published by Wood Dragon Books

What exactly was Grandpa making all those years ago? Can it be made today?People once scoffed at the moonshine that Grandpa used to make out behind the barn. This is no longer the case. People are now interested in reviving the lost art of home distillation...and taking it to the next level. This book has been written for all those intrepid souls out there who want to revive the lost art of home distillation. For those hardy adventurers who want to make a batch of Whisky or Gin in their she-sheds and man-caves on a Saturday morning. Just like Grandpa. Technically, home distilling is illegal in most parts of the world. As you venture down the path of home distilling, I ask that you remain aware of this at all times. The winds of change are, however, starting to blow. Social norms are being re-defined. More and more small businesses are manufacturing and selling the equipment and supplies necessary to distill at home. But, don''t push the envelope. If you take up home distilling as a hobby, keep that hobby to yourself. Do not be selling your product to strangers or giving it away to your neighbors unless you have the legal right to do so. The first part of this book takes you on a brief journey through the history of alcohol. The second part provides you with detailed information on raw materials, cleaning, water, fermentation science, distillation science, oak ageing, and the equipment needed to home distill. The final section offers recipes and procedures to help you launch your new hobby of "Reviving the Lost Art of Home Distilling". Cheers!

<b><i>"An evocative epic laced with myth and fact... Powerful phrasing, sensory descriptions... The Last of the Gifted is a classic." </i>Ottawa Review of Books </b><br><br>Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. Her brother Hyw can take the shape of any bird or animal. Only their magical gifts can protect their people from the invading English forces determined to bring down the country.<br><br>The Prince of Wales needs three magical relics to rally the straggling Welsh forces. Catrin''s gift of Second Sight may be the only hope for success-if she can outwit the English lord who wants to use her gift to capture the prince.<br><br>Her brother Hyw is on the run with the prince and the dwindling Welsh army. To escape the betrayal dogging their heels, Hyw takes refuge in his evolving gift-until shifting shapes puts his humanity in jeopardy.<br><br>With Hyw trapped in his magic and her betrothed in an English prison, Catrin faces an impossible choice: save her brother, or save the man she loves.<br><br>This award-winning medieval fantasy series combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales.<br><br><b><i>"Amazingly written, emotionally driven, and fantasy-fueled... a must-read for fans of the historical fiction/fantasy genres... 10 out of 10."  </i>Anthony Avina<br><br><i>"Weaving history with romance and fantasy... this is a solid novel worthy of the attention of a very broad audience." </i>Top Shelf  <br><br><i>"Well-written... Water Sight touches on historical events with the added taste of fantasy elements..." </i>CM Reviews <br><br><i>"A story sure to ignite the hearts of modern readers..." </i>Dani├¿le Cybulskie, Author, <i>Life in Medieval Europe

 <i><b>"Intoxicating, electrifying... fantastic yet realistic and relatable realms... Highly recommended!" - </i>thereadera <br><br> </b>Two siblings pledge their magical gifts to protect their people from the invading English, with the help of the last true Prince of Wales-after his murder.<br><br>Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the minds of animals. His sister Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. <br><br>Hyw wants to use his gift to win a place in the Prince of Wales'' bodyguard. Then ambush and murder stretch the gift in unexpected ways, as the slain prince''s spirit melds with Hyw to help him fight back against the ruthless army of Edward I. <br><br>Catrin''s visions hold only disaster and death. She must convince the young nobleman she''s pledged to marry to help prevent the genocide she foresees. <br><br> Can the gifts be trusted? Or will their world shatter around them? <br><br>This award-winning medieval fantasy combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales. <br><br><b>Winner of the Moonbeam Bronze Medal for YA Fiction<br><br><i>"Filled with adventure and romance and a touch of fantasy... Highly Recommended." 5 Stars  - </i>CM Reviews<br><br><i>"Dramatic descriptions and gripping scenes will make you hold your breath as the straight-forward narrative style of the author will keep your eyes peeled... If you love historic tales, look no further than this jewel crafted by Marie Powell..."  </i>Scribble''s Worth<br><br><i>"Powell does a great job mixing elements of fantasy, mythology, and historical conflict... Overall, a meticulously researched young adult medieval fantasy with compelling characters and high-stakes action. Recommended."  </i>Historical Novels Review<br><br> <i>"Weaving history with romance and fantasy-elegant yet immediately accessible. Highly Recommended."  </i>Top Shelf Magazine<br><br> <i>"Well researched and beautifully written, Powell keeps us riveted... History and magic are intertwined effortlessly to cast a spell over the reader..." </i>Ottawa Review of Books 

Most couples begin their relationship accidentally and stay in it unconsciously.  This book explores the concept of being Fully Half Committed in relationships and why people are choosing to couple differently than their parents and grandparents. Following this introduction to today’s relationship reality, are 43 chapters to guide people in having conscious, intentional relationships. In this collection of love/sex/relationship insights, the authors tackle universal relationship challenges such as betrayal and understanding low sexual desire plus practical solutions on communication such as prioritizing your partner.  This book offers key ideas and strategies to work through the challenges of your romantic life – whether you are at the beginning, the middle, or the end of a relationship.