THE WISDOM OF MERLIN
7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life
978-0-399-17325-7 | 76 Pages | All Ages
My nonfiction book, The Wisdom of Merlin: 7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life, expands on that idea. This book holds Merlin’s magical insights – including his seven most magical words – and how they apply to our own lives.
REVIEWS
“You will be enlightened and uplifted by this simple but profound book. And you will see how starting your day with gratitude will lead you through some wondrous other ideals culminating with generosity, hope, and love.”
— Walter Isaacson, Bestselling Author and Biographer
“A book that demonstrates beautifully just what a meaningful life can be.”
— Geo Librarian
“Words to live by! Perfect for a graduate’s gift.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“New York Times bestselling author T.A. Barron spent decades creating the magical image of Merlin the wizard and sharing his wisdom with children and young adults through the beloved 12-book Merlin Saga series. Now, he’s bringing back his recognized (and revered) character to answer a question anyone experiencing a dramatic change in his or her life wants, on some level, to ask.
“This thought exercise inspired a celebrated speech at Oxford University in 2013, which in turn inspired a new book, The Wisdom of Merlin: 7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life. Inside, Barron uses Merlin’s voice to explain how each person can find and travel along his or her own unique path in life. He reveals how magic surrounds and lives within each and every person — we just have to be willing to search for it.”
— Huffington Post
“There are many motivational books in the publishing world, but few are as poetic, caring, and thoughtful as Barron’s The Wisdom of Merlin. Like Seuss’s Oh, The Places You’ll Go!, Barron uses a character and world he has lovingly created to set up an inspiring conversation between readers and the all-knowing, mythical wizard. Readers learn how they can make a difference by understanding the meaning behind each of Merlin’s magical terms. An enriching, wonderful book great for fantasy fans, high school or college graduates, or for the reader who needs a loving pick-me-up.”
— Children’s Compass Chronicle
“The Wisdom of Merlin poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope, and Love. A gem of inspiration, this is the perfect graduation gift, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.”
— MBR Bookwatch
“Based on an address he gave to students at the University of Oxford in 2013, T.A. Barron channels the wizard Merlin and offers advice on how to live a meaningful life. Divided into sections, each revolving around a magical word, this book poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope and Love.”
— SanDiegoFamily.com
“A gem of inspiration, here is the perfect graduation gift or companion to the bestselling Merlin Saga, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.”
— Book Passage
“This is a perfect book for the student graduating from high school or college.”
— Youth Services Book Reviews
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- 2016 Best Book Awards Finalist – Self-Help: Motivational
- 2016 Best Book Awards Finalist – Spirituality: Inspirational
- 2016 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award (“Celebrating youthful curiosity & diversity through books & reading.”) – Gold Medal Winner, Mind-Body-Spirit / Self-Esteem Category
- 2016 International Book Awards Winner – Self-Help Motivational
THE WISDOM OF MERLIN
7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life
978-0-399-17325-7
76 Pages | All Ages
My nonfiction book, The Wisdom of Merlin: 7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life, expands on that idea. This book holds Merlin’s magical insights – including his seven most magical words – and how they apply to our own lives.
REVIEWS
“You will be enlightened and uplifted by this simple but profound book. And you will see how starting your day with gratitude will lead you through some wondrous other ideals culminating with generosity, hope, and love.”
— Walter Isaacson, Bestselling Author and Biographer
“A book that demonstrates beautifully just what a meaningful life can be.”
— Geo Librarian
“Words to live by! Perfect for a graduate’s gift.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“New York Times bestselling author T.A. Barron spent decades creating the magical image of Merlin the wizard and sharing his wisdom with children and young adults through the beloved 12-book Merlin Saga series. Now, he’s bringing back his recognized (and revered) character to answer a question anyone experiencing a dramatic change in his or her life wants, on some level, to ask.
“This thought exercise inspired a celebrated speech at Oxford University in 2013, which in turn inspired a new book, The Wisdom of Merlin: 7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life. Inside, Barron uses Merlin’s voice to explain how each person can find and travel along his or her own unique path in life. He reveals how magic surrounds and lives within each and every person — we just have to be willing to search for it.”
— Huffington Post
“There are many motivational books in the publishing world, but few are as poetic, caring, and thoughtful as Barron’s The Wisdom of Merlin. Like Seuss’s Oh, The Places You’ll Go!, Barron uses a character and world he has lovingly created to set up an inspiring conversation between readers and the all-knowing, mythical wizard. Readers learn how they can make a difference by understanding the meaning behind each of Merlin’s magical terms. An enriching, wonderful book great for fantasy fans, high school or college graduates, or for the reader who needs a loving pick-me-up.”
— Children’s Compass Chronicle
“The Wisdom of Merlin poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope, and Love. A gem of inspiration, this is the perfect graduation gift, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.”
— MBR Bookwatch
“Based on an address he gave to students at the University of Oxford in 2013, T.A. Barron channels the wizard Merlin and offers advice on how to live a meaningful life. Divided into sections, each revolving around a magical word, this book poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope and Love.”
— SanDiegoFamily.com
“A gem of inspiration, here is the perfect graduation gift or companion to the bestselling Merlin Saga, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.”
— Book Passage
“This is a perfect book for the student graduating from high school or college.”
— Youth Services Book Reviews
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- 2016 Best Book Awards Finalist – Self-Help: Motivational
- 2016 Best Book Awards Finalist – Spirituality: Inspirational
- 2016 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award (“Celebrating youthful curiosity & diversity through books & reading.”) – Gold Medal Winner, Mind-Body-Spirit / Self-Esteem Category
- 2016 International Book Awards Winner – Self-Help Motivational