Mycena, leader of the House of Rot, is content to spend her days conducting experiments, pining after her chevalier Paeona, and be a general brat. Yet, when an existential threat in the form of the Firestarters began destroying the forest kingdom she lives in, her and Paeona's Queen decides on a drastic course of action. In this short story, our lesbian plants are forced to do their duty, exaime the responsibility of power, and contend with separation...

The Language of Flowers for the Modern Bride provides a different way of looking at the flowers a bride chooses for her wedding. Telling a couple's love story using flowers and their meanings can bring a beautiful dimension to an important day. This book not only describes the traditional (Victorian) meaning for each flower but also describes the legends and lore surrounding these meanings. On the front cover is a lavender rose and white freesia...

"An adopted bumblebee learns the language of flowers from her floral family in this enchanting picture book, inspired by floriography, that celebrates one of nature's most important relationships. Deep within a magical meadow, some lonely flowers receive a very special gift: a baby bumblebee in need. The flowers name her Beatrice, they care for her and help her find her wings. And as she grows older, Beatrice learns the language of her floral family...

A lavishly illustrated gift book for flower lovers reveals the historical symbolism of flowers and plants and explains how to create a bouquet that conveys the correct feelings in chapters that present detailed instructions for fifty-seven different floral arrangements, along with information on the historical meaning of each and a comprehensive glossary. 10,000 first printing.

For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike. Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flourished and versed the public on the hidden meaning of popular flowers like peonies (bashfulness) and tulips (passion). Coupled with stunning full-colour illustrations, this beautiful reference is a must-have for gardeners, florists, and flower enthusiasts. Whether...

A colorful primer to the symbolism and lore from around the world for more than sixty flowers to help you add meaning to any floral gift. Should you send a rose of crimson or of white, to the one you love? What gift of flowers best expresses thanks to a dear friend? From ancient days, long before words complicated what we say to one another, flowers have been our messengers, invested with our most cherished feelings. Illustrated with luscious collages...

A Fresh Twist on Vintage Flower Meanings & Arrangements "This book is enchanting to the eyes, inspiring for the mind, and refreshing for the soul." -Maggie Hyde, Petal Back Farm #1 New Release in Flower Arranging, Plant & Animal Photography, Photograpy Equipment & Techniques, Nature Literary Criticism, Victorian Literary Criticism, and Botany of Flowers This floriography guide is a gorgeous and inspired combination of vintage Victorian flower meanings,...

Early Victorians used flowers as a way to express their feelings-- love or grief, jealousy or devotion. Now modern-day romantics are enjoying a resurgence of this bygone custom. Kirkby shares the historical literary, and cultural significance of flowers.

"Uncover the secret meanings behind your bouquets and floral arrangements with this stunningly illustrated exploration of the Victorian language of flowers, including the multicultural history, rituals, and mythology behind over 600 flowers, herbs, and trees"--