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  • Published: 15 April 2025
  • ISBN: 9781464252358
  • Imprint: Poisoned Pen Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $24.99
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A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic





A human, a dwarf and an elf walk into a bake-off… The first in a heartwarming cozy fantasy series by J. Penner.

She doesn't need to have magic in order to be magic…

In the heart of Adenashire, where elfish enchantments and dwarven delights rule, human baker Arleta Starstone works twice as hard at perfecting her unique blend of baking with apothecary herbs. So, when her orc neighbor (and biggest fan) secretly enters her creations into the prestigious Langheim Baking Battle, Arleta faces a dilemma. Being magicless, her participation in the competition could draw more scowls than smiles. And if Arleta wants to prove her talent and establish her culinary reputation, she'll need more than just her pastry craft to sweeten the odds.

Though Arleta may not yet believe in herself, she makes her way to Langheim—with the help of a very attractive woodland elf—and competes. While on a journey of mouthwatering pastries, self-discovery, heartwarming friendships, and potential romance, Arleta will have to decide whether winning the Baking Battle is the true prize after all. But win or lose, her adventure is only beginning…

  • Published: 15 April 2025
  • ISBN: 9781464252358
  • Imprint: Poisoned Pen Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $24.99
Categories:

About the author

J. Penner

Baking magic into every page, J. Penner crafts Cozy Fantasy from her sun-kissed San Diego home. With a cat on her lap and a pen in her hand, she invites you into worlds as warm and comforting as a cup of tea.

Website: JPennerAuthor.com
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