Bøger af Katrina Rasbold

In this, the cataclysmic finale of the Seven Sisters of Avalon series, we follow the compelling story of a woman confined to a tower prison at the mercy of a king who might be serial murderer. To establish her value and attempt to delay her impending death, our heroine enchants the king with compelling and seemingly fantastical tales that he finds just might be true. With elements of the classic tales of Rapunzel, Bluebeard, & Scheherazade, Violet of Avalon takes us on a fast-paced journey that ultimately leads us back to Avalon and to the startling conclusion of this incredible series. As a bonus for fans of the Seven Sisters of Avalon series, this book contains additional information about the previous stories you read and loved to add a new layer of insight about the first seven books. Publisher's Note: This book contains spoiler information about vital plotlines of the first seven books. Although the other books in the series work well as stand-alone stories, the author and publisher recommend reading Violet of Avalon after completing the first seven books. Seven Sisters of Avalon book series (in reading order): The Daughters of AvalonRose of AvalonAster of AvalonIris of AvalonLily of AvalonDahlia of AvalonJasmine of AvalonViolet of Avalon This series follows the stories of the royal family of Avalon, starting with The Daughters of Avalon and continuing with each of the seven priestesses and their individual stories as, under the instruction of the Druid and Elder Priestesses of Avalon, they go into the Britain Beyond Avalon to negotiate with the leaders of seven different kingdoms to ensure the safety of Goddess worshipping people in Britain. Each book draws on post-Arthurian fictional canon as well as classic fairy tales and popular fiction, including elements of Snow White, Robin Hood, Rumpelstiltskin, Mulan, Alice in Wonderland, Cinderella, The Pied Piper, Frankenstein, Scheherazade, Bluebeard, Rapunzel, and Beauty and the Beast. The Daughters of Avalon sets up the series, introducing Lilian, the Lady of the Lake, and Brannon, the Merlin Reborn. Their epic love story sets the stage for the adventures of their seven daughters, presented over the course of the next seven books.

In one of the darkest times of Britain's post-Arthurian history, seven priestess sisters left Avalon on a sacred mission to do their part to bring peace and safety to the Goddess worshiping people of their country. Each sister has their own royal target to engage and in their own special way, walk the path The Goddess has laid before them to protect Her people. In this volume, weapons and battle aficionado Aster goes to Hadrian's Wall to intercept King Urien and his sons who are waging war against the brutal Saxon warlord Aethelfrith. Aethelfrith has cut a bloody and burning swath through Britain and even Saxons are shamed by his vicious, brutal attacks. After months of battle, Aster is sent on a very special mission and that is where her real story begins. In an epic story of love, loss, victory, and compromise, Aster embarks on a high adventure to fulfill the task laid upon her. In the process, she meets a vibrant cast of characters who challenge her beliefs about the people she was taught were her enemies. Return to Avalon...you will be glad you did. Praise for The Daughters of Avalon from Amazon readers: Rasbold has a gem here. The book is simple in structure, yet complicated in feel. She makes you fall in love with the characters very quickly, and you can almost feel their pain, smell the flowers, and feel the wind on your face. She draws you in, leaving you wanting for more at the end of the book. I didn't just READ this book, I DEVOURED it! Being of Welsh ancestry, and now a long ago Croned Priestess and quite familar with much of what is involved in the walking of this path, I can easily recommend adding this delightful book to your reading list. You will not be disappointed. If you are a fan of Avalon, Arthur, Excaliber, Merlin..then this is the book for you. A mix of fairy tale, romance, a court intrigue! Ms. Rasbold you made me a happy reader, please keep 'em coming. One of the best books I have read in a long time I highly recommend this book as I was swept away from beginning to end. I can't wait to read the next book in the series!! Katrina Rasbold is a masterful storyteller and I felt like I was in Avalon. If you loved The Mists of Avalon, buy this one. I'm excited to read the next one to see what happens next. Seven Sisters of AvalonBook 1 - The Daughters of Avalon Book 2 - Rose of Avalon Book 3 - Aster of Avalon Book 4 - Coming in late 2016

A veteran Tarot reader of more than thirty years, Katrina Rasbold shares her very practical and magical approach to this insightful and valuable oracle. Her easy approach is one that anyone can use, whether they possess natural intuition and psychic abilities or not. Tarot For Real People includes one of the most extensive and effective tutorials on the market for developing your own interpretations of each card to blend seamlessly with the classic interpretations, as well as Katrina's own observations about the illustrations. The Tarot is an extremely effective life path tool used by thousands to cut through the drama and confusion of emotions to find the underlying truths of any situation. Ms. Rasbold teaches you how to speak the language of this beautiful oracle in such a way that meaningful wisdom and guidance will be at your fingertips in no time.

Growing up in rural Kentucky in the 1960s-1970s may sound like a walk through Mayberry to some and in many ways, it was. The atmosphere was specific to the time and to the changes in process as a nation emerged from the restrictive 1950s in heated pursuit of the American Dream, which was still alive and well, even among the poverty dwellers. Old men still played checkers in front of the mom and pop store, which sold cold Cokes in a bottle from a red chest cooler with a bottle opener built into the side. As civil rights tension increased in he rest of the world, Katrina and her classmates cooed and ooohed over the integration of a Filipino child and an African-American child into their community. While America recoiled from the near miss of the Cuban missile crisis and the assassination of a beloved president, Katrina's mother would sneak and watch American Bandstand while her husband was at work and Katrina spent her time with a ghostly child. The Chapman family may have been poor in the purse, but they were rich in stories. You will laugh and cry in the same moment as Katrina share her memories of growing up with a eccentric (her aunt calls it "oddly turned") family including a father who was a walking country music encyclopedia to a mother who could make any occurrence into a tall tale. "Leaving Kentucky in the Broad Daylight" details Katrina's life growing up in Pleasant Ridge, Kentucky and presents her memoirs until the point that she left home in 1978. You will follow her through ups and downs of life, including frequent attacks by a mynah bird, raising her brothers while her father worked and her mother was chronically ill, and an unexpected teenage pregnancy. Including over 80 personal photographs, you will grow up with Katrina as you page through the ups and downs of her life as a reluctant Southern belle. This book will be followed by the sequel called I Aim to Misbehave, due out in Fall of 2014, covering Katrina's life after leaving home until present day.

Candles and soaps love to do energy work. It is through their use in this type of work that these lovely items reach their fullest potential of use and are actualized. The beauty and ambiance of candlelight has not been lost over the centuries, even though technology has given us far superior lighting options. Why? Because we love the magic of candles. Beautifully shaped soaps that nurture the skin and please the sense are pure magic. Even when used mundanely, it is easy to know that they are something special. In The Magic and Making of Candles and Soaps, not only do you learn how to use candles and soaps for magical energy empowerment and release, but you also learn how to make your own candles and soaps, which instills even MORE power into your energy work. Several myths of candle use are debunked and you will learn what colors to use, where to order supplies, the steps to making candles and goats milk based soaps, and how to store and release energy into these batteries for personal power. The making of candles and soaps is an easy, relaxing, and empowering process that you will come to love. The best part is that it only involves a minimal start up outlay if you know how to cut corners and this book will tell you how to do that as well.

Iris of Avalon is the highly anticipated fourth book in the popular Seven Sisters of Avalon series. Like the first three books, Iris takes her readers on a fantastic journey through the "Britain Beyond" of the late sixth century when those who worship the Goddess face harsh conversion tactics from the Christian Church which has now risen to dominance. Lillian, the Lady of the Lake, and Bran, the Merlin Reborn, send their seven magical daughters into the seven kingdoms of Britain in a final effort to preserve the ancient forms of worship and protect those who revere the Goddess from the oppression inflicted by the rising power of the new Christian religion. Once in the "Britain Beyond," the princess priestesses face battles that will challenge their faith, redefine who they are, and propel them toward their own manifest destinies. In doing so, they also reshape the future of Britain, as well as Avalon. The Daughters of Avalon begins the series with the story of Bran and Lillian, while Rose of Avalon, Aster of Avalon, and Iris of Avalon tell the stories of their daughters who go into the seven kingdoms of Britain to return magic to the land and liaison with the country's leaders to protect the people of the Goddess. Each year, a new Seven Sisters of Avalon book releases for a total of eight books in the series. In this volume, Iris, a healer and midwife, journeys to Tintagel in Cornwall where her many greats grandmothers, Ygraine and Morgan, both reigned. She pledges to wed King Marcus, which means she also must tame his wild child daughter, the princess next in line to sit on the Cornish throne. King Marcus, a staunch Christian, awakens passions in Iris she never knew existed and through a traumatic turn of events, places her on a path that winds through tales both new and familiar to the reader. Although Iris of Avalon stands on its own as a beautiful, fast-paced story, reading first four Sisters of Avalon books for background may enhance the reader's enjoyment of the series. Editor's Note: This book contains some sexual situations and descriptions and may not be suitable for younger readers.

The breakout best-selling book Weather Witchery is now bundled with a favorite from the past, Days and Times of Power to create a dynamic collection of specific times of natural energy as well as complete instructions for how to magically work with these potent and powerful moments. Weather Witchery details how to use weather events to fuel your magical flow while Days and Times of Power isolates specific solar and lunar aspects that maximize the astrological punch to your personal energy work. Included are spells for each of the different naturally occurring power boosters, as well as folk lore, correspondences, and uses for thunderstorms, hail, high sun days, eclipses, high solar holidays, esbats, and much, much more!Praise for Weather Witchery: "Lucid, very lucid writing! Awesome book. Practical and interesting information. New insights into natural magic are provided." (Merlyn)"Wit + Weather = Wonderful. Very informative. As always, Ms. Rasbold has shown a wit and charm in her writing. There are some very interesting facts, that show her time and effort in her research. I am highly comfortable in giving this title to my tween daughter to read and learn these aspects of weather magic. Great add to my collection." (Amazon Customer)"From Storm to Sun This Book Shines!! Thank you Katrina for this informative, fun and wonderfully useful book. As with all her writings Katrina's wit and knowledge shines through in Weather Witchery. From the history of storms to the power they harness we learn what each weather type stands for, brings with it and how to use that energy to empower ourselves and those around us. On a personal note I was able to finally release the dilemma of doing a working, am I changing something not meant to be change?. As Katrina points out, maybe my very act itself is part of the solution. Never again will I be frozen in indecision, to act rationally, with thought and good intention is preferred any day to inactivity. I was also reminded how empowering, beautiful and yes magical a storm can be. I recommend this book highly!!" (Tammy C)Praise for Days and Times of Power: "The Sun, the Moon, and Other Things. Another offering in the BioUniversal Energy Series, here Ms. Rasbold explains how solar and lunar influences, as well as yearly events and weather, can affect our own personal energies. Now that we've gotten a feel for how BioUniversal energy works from the other books in the series, we can start to expand our knowledge and abilities by taking into account these other variables. Whether you're an astrologer, an experienced energy worker or a BioUniversal Energy student, there is something useful and thought-provoking here for you." (K Albeck)"We have all learned how some people feel the effect of the full moon or how certain winds create negative energy, or the 'dog days' of summer. Well, this book goes into the important times of the year and what their significance is and how they can affect us and how we can harness that energy for positive results. Many of the important days fall near popular holidays, and it's no secret that many of our traditional holidays were adopted from non-Christian religions. As a Christian seeking to better understand God's natural world, I found this book to be especially helpful. God did make the moon and sun and stars to mark the seasons and times. We have gotten away from all that with our science and modern traditions, but this book re-awakens the ancient knowledge and can teach you a lot about the natural rhythms in our lives. Getting to read this book just before it was published has been a special privilege. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did." (Cowa)

Spiritual Childbirth explores the reclaiming of the power of childbirth by women as their own birthright; a process that began in the 1960s, advanced in the 1980s, and continues through the current time. As women begin once again to take charge of their own pregnancies and labors, it is natural for their minds to turn to matters of spirit since birth is itself a very spiritual experience once the medical filter is pulled away. Many women are seeking to educate themselves beyond the physiological aspects of birth and to learn how their spirits and emotions come into play during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Spiritual Childbirth covers not only physiological occurrences of the birthing process and routine medical procedures, but also explores the realms of the spirit and gives thoughtful homage to the inner working of the female mind and soul during this formative and unique experience.

On April 1, 1963, ABC launched an American daytime television medical drama that is listed in Guinness World Records as the longest-running American soap opera in production and the third longest-running drama in television in American history after Guiding Light and As the World Turns. Fifty years later, the Official General Hospital Fan Club celebrated the iconic show's golden anniversary in style. The annual General Hospital Fan Club Weekend is the premier fan event for GH fans. Held each year in Studio City, California, this amazing four day event features numerous events to entertain fans young and old. In 2013, the fan club brought its A game to the proceedings and created a spectacular event to honor the long-running daytime drama. In this delightful book, veteran GH Fan Club Weekend staff member, Katrina Rasbold shares her personal photographs and behind-the-scenes stories from this very special weekend. - Which actor insisted on having his table moved next to his favorite co-star? - What actor crashed the party and serenaded one of the young actresses on the show? - What blond bombshell from the past said she was glad for all of the people her character killed because it was fun? - Who was event coordinator Debbie Morris's soap crush when she was younger? - What veteran GH actor received a standing ovation from the GH cast and fans? Get the inside scoop on the biggest GH party in history from an insider who was there!

This book is for those female-gendered persons who are trapped like a deer in headlights over the idea of grabbing hold of their own empowerment, putting it on their head, and wearing it out for a nice stroll. It's about how to reclaim your sovereign rights just on the off chance that you never had'em, never stretched'em, never activated'em, or lost'em along the way or worse yet, had some mind-bending asshole swipe them away from you all at once or a little bit at a time over years and years of wearing down. If you are holding this book, then I can guarandamntee you that it's time for you to snatch those things back and wear them like the crown jewels they are. Very nearly every little girl wants to be a princess at some time in her childhood and companies like Disney capitalize on this dream through their "Disney Princess" line of movies and the accompanying accessory line of costumes and play items. Unfortunately, it does not take long at all for the world to strip us of that delightful fantasy and presume we will never pursue it again. In fact, the world works aggressively at making certain that we will never feel Queenly and regal by undermining our confidence at every turn. That is why the weight loss industry is a multi-zillion dollar proposition and hair and make-up companies aren't doing too shabby either. We are taught from early on that how we look, how we act, how we think, and who we are on our own are not acceptable to society. Our purpose in the world, based on the input we receive from the media and people around us is to be useful, quiet, and proper.

Identify, Cleanse, and Heal from Hexes, Curses, and Psychic Attack. Anyone can be the target of a psychic attack, whether it's an intentional curse or an incidental crossing. This book shares effective techniques and practices for recovering from psychic attacks and protecting yourself in the future. Katrina Rasbold shares how to identify the different types of attacks by their symptoms and provides tips for managing an attack with IOB techniques, which stands for Identify, Objectify, and Banish. Discover step-by-step instructions for setting up a healing space, ritual baths and showers, egg cleansing, and working with sacred sprays and smudging bundles. Learn how to do a chakra check and work with spiritual tools such candles, stones, and incense. You will also find advice for cleansing the home, an important step for recovering from many types of intentional crossings. Negative energies initiated by others can have a strong influence on vitality, relationships, and prosperity. With Katrina's guidance, you can uncross yourself from intentional psychic attacks and incidental entity infiltrations, past and current traumas, hooks to unhealthy relationships, and destructive habits that create obstacles to your success. Whether you are suffering from a curse, hex, haunting, possession, the evil eye, or even an accidental self-crossing, this book is a powerful guide to healing and recovery.

A hands-on, beginner-friendly book on how to practice Brujeria; features its history, cleansing and clearing techniques, healing spells, candles, stones, herb magic, and more

Journey into the fascinating world of American South folk magic