77½ Magical Healing Herbs: Secret Powers of Herbal Medicine

A project in West Swanzey, NH by Bendideia Publishing
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Essential illustrated guide for tapping into natural remedies using centuries of Slavic traditions and folklore. Kickstarter EXCLUSIVE!
Backers: 82
Average Pledge Per Backer: $61

Funded: $4,966 of $500
Dates: May 10th -> May 26th (17 days)
Project By: Bendideia Publishing
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Latest News

This is it! The final day!

May 26th - via: kickstarter.com
The final hours are upon us. We are giddy with excitement! And eager to send all our supporters their rewards as soon as the book has been returned from our graphic designer. We didn't meet the Stretch Goal objectives we had planned, so instead of a... (Read More)

One More Day!

May 25th - via: kickstarter.com
This campaign has sped by. It ends tomorrow at 9 p.m. Eastern time. I've learned so much and have enjoyed the experience. I look forward to many more to come. :) Before we wrap this one up, I'd like to share an awesome campaign. One I think you'll... (Read More)

Campaign is winding down... But more excitement ahead

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all so much for your gracious support. The campaign is nearing its end, with only two more days to go after today. But there are many more campaigns out there to excite you. Here's one we thought you might enjoy. Godsverse Chronicles: The... (Read More)

What’s Special About This Book?

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
If this is news to you, our campaign is about the book people have been asking for. It provides lots of fascinating information about the herbs that make up a Bulgarian Eniovden (Midsummer’s) wreath. I, too, was curious what herbs made up the 77½... (Read More)

Final Week Perks

May 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
It’s the final week of our campaign. This is your last opportunity to get FREE ebooks in addition to your pledge. Support us at any pledge level before the campaign ends, and you’ll receive these books along with all the goodies in your pledge... (Read More)

Our Kickstarter Challenge Winners and Answers

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
And… the results are in. In case you missed them as they were in progress, here they all are again. Thank you all for participating. I hope you had as much fun as we did during this event. CHALLENGE WINNERS Kickstarter Challenge 1: Lesly... (Read More)

Challenge 3 Winner

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
And we have a winner! The first part of the challenge was actually a trick question, because the answer is ALL of the herbs listed can be found in a Znahar’s garden. Each herb from the magical Eniovden wreath is used for medicinal or magical uses... (Read More)

Challenge 3 Update...

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Everyone has at least 3 of the herbs correct. Feel free to guess again.  (Read More)

Challenge 3 Hint 3 - FINAL HINTS

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 3 Hint 3:  ***Extra hint… check out our Kickstarter Story section for more clues.*** Plant 1: Ancient Roman bakers put the herb under loaves when making bread to enhance the taste. This plant’s leaves are threadlike. While they slept,... (Read More)

Challenge 3 Hint 2

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 3 Hint 2: Plant 1: Ancient Roman bakers put the herb under loaves when making bread to enhance the taste. This plant’s leaves are threadlike. Plant 2: This plant has been used as a flavoring for cheese and liqueurs. This plant was... (Read More)

Challenge 3 Hint 1

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 3 Hint 1: Plant 1: Ancient Roman bakers put the herb under loaves when making bread to enhance the taste. Plant 2: This plant has been used as a flavoring for cheese and liqueurs. Plant 3: Inhaling the smoke from this plant’s burned dried... (Read More)

Kickstarter Challenge #3 – Magical Herbal Garden

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
And here's the final challenge of the campaign... This is a two-part challenge, since there are multiple herbs that qualify. Part 1: The first person to guess any 5 of the herbs that might grow in this garden will receive a digital copy of our... (Read More)

Challenge 2 Winner!

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
And we have a winner, Jane, who was so close after the first hint.  Here are all the hints. Challenge 2 Hint 1: The plant’s seeds can be roasted as a coffee substitute. Challenge 2 Hint 2: In medieval times, the plant was used as a stuffing in... (Read More)

Challenge 2 Hint 2

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 2 Hint 1: The plant’s seeds can be roasted as a coffee substitute. Challenge 2 Hint 2: In medieval times, the plant was used as a stuffing in mattresses. Third hint coming within an hour.  (Read More)

Challenge 2 Hint 1

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 2 Hint 1: The plant’s seeds can be roasted as a coffee substitute. Clue 2 will be posted within 1 hour.  (Read More)

Kickstarter Challenge #2 – Queen of the Herbs

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Here’s your second challenge of the week. Many of the herbs provide this protection, but the herb we are thinking of is considered the queen of these herbs. Good luck. The first person to name the right plant will receive a digital copy of our book... (Read More)

And we have a winner...

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Three winners: Lesly, Dawn, and Jane. Since you all got the correct anwers within minutes of each other, you will all receive a copy of the recipe and an book from the Dragon Village series. Please message me your choice of book in the series (and... (Read More)

HInts updated

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Plant 1: Its stems are hollow and have been used to make whistles. The crushed berries make a blue or purple dye. The plant is known for a type of wine. The fruit is dark purple. Plant 2: The blossoms on this plant open in the morning and close in... (Read More)

Updated Hints

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Here are the three hints for the three herbs combined.... Plant 1:  Its stems are hollow and have been used to make whistles. The crushed berries make a blue or purple dye. The plant is known for a type of wine. Plant 2:  The blossoms on this plant... (Read More)

Challenge 1 Hint 3

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 1 Hint 3: Plant 1: The plant is known for a type of wine. Plant 2: The plant’s genus name means “first day of the month.” Plant 3: This plant fills fields with rows and rows of spiked purple flowers. The three correct herbs are among... (Read More)

Challenge 1 Hint 2

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 1 Hint 2: Plant 1: The crushed berries make a blue or purple dye. Plant 2: The oil from the petals is a substitute for saffron. Plant 3: Since ancient times, this plant has been used as food flavoring to “comfort the stomach.”  (Read More)

Challenge 1 Hint 1

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Challenge 1 Hint 1 Plant 1: Its stems are hollow and have been used to make whistles. Plant 2: The blossoms on this plant open in the morning and close in the afternoon. Plant 3: This plant is used to relieve anxiety.  (Read More)

Kickstarter Challenge #1 – An Herbal Recipe

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Do you think you know herbs? For the next three days, we will be holding a challenge to test your knowledge with information from our book. Prizes are available for the winners and will be announced on Friday, May 20. The first person to guess what... (Read More)

Get Ready for Some Herbal Challenges

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Starting tomorrow (Tuesday, May 17), we'll be posting a daily challenge about herbs. The first person to give the correct answer wins a prize. Answers and winners will be announced on Friday. So, get your brains ready to be challenged. *** Today, we... (Read More)

More FREE Fantasy Books

May 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Check out the new free ebooks you will receive if you back by the end of this week. You can back at any pledge level. Everyone who has already backed the project will get these ebooks added to their rewards at no additional cost. Shadowborn by Moira... (Read More)

Nostradamus of the Balkans

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Don’t Miss Out on the Week 1 FREE Ebooks The week 1 perks are coming to an end tonight (Saturday, May 14) at midnight, Eastern time. And they won’t be offered again. Get them now while you have a chance. Simply pledge at any level and they’ll... (Read More)

The Midsummer’s Day Wreath

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Earlier this week, we talked a little about the herbs. Today, we’ll tell you another special use of these magical herbs. “Is this a portal to another world? Is this a circle to protect against black magic and evil spirits?” These were questions... (Read More)

Ready for More FREE Goodies?

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
The early-bird perks are gone, but we have more FREE ebooks for you if you back the campaign at any pledge level. You have until the end of the day on Saturday, May 14 to snag these books. If you’ve already pledged at the early-bird level, don’t... (Read More)

Magical Midsummer Herbs

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Here’s a little about the meaning behind the 77½ Magical Healing Herbs book. Today, we look at the half herb. “On Eniovden (Midsummer’s Day), the stars fly down, infusing herbs and water with magical healing power.” Every year on June 24, I... (Read More)

Amazing! We made it!

May 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to all our early backers! Our project is now funded. We can't thank you enough for your support and belief in our project.  Stick around. We have some fun challenges planned for next week.  You're all amazing!  (Read More)

Early-Bird Campaign Perks

May 10th - via: kickstarter.com
We're off to a great start already! Thank you to our very early backers. Your support is appreciated.  We’re giving you and everyone else who backs the project within the FIRST 48 HOURS… some early-bird perks. If you support our project AT ANY... (Read More)

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