The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials tells the story of a relic-hunting witch and her portal-summoning travel partner as they unravel a mystery across time and space. It also introduces listeners to a collection of handy items for the savvy magical traveler. This second installment in Ciara Blume’s Natural Magic series arrives on Audible today, and to celebrate, we thought we’d put together a list of these delightful devices so that you’ll be prepared for your next magical journey — wherever or whenever it may be!
The Sensible Satchel
This outwardly unassuming leather bag could show your standard bag of holding a thing or two when it comes to maximizing your travel inventory. The satchel neatly shrinks possessions to a manageable size for transport while remaining light and easy to carry. But even more impressive is the bag’s ability to seemingly know exactly what you need for your travels — even when you think you know better. You may end up with some of your belongings ejected disapprovingly onto the floor, but you can take comfort in the fact that you’ll be perfectly prepared for whatever your latest trip may bring.
The Chameleon’s Compact
If you’ve ever wanted to keep a calm exterior during a stressful journey, this is the compact for you. When you lightly apply the iridescent powder contained within, even the sourest of expressions will be replaced with one of serenity, regardless of your true level of worry or distress. Perfect for those moments when you need a bit of extra confidence; the compact makes conversations with airline staff, fellow travelers, and intimidating locals entirely diplomatic.
The Forgettable Fan
As its name implies, the forgettable fan erases the last 30 seconds from a person’s memory through a series of meticulous movements. If you find that you’ve made an embarrassing blunder or cultural faux pas, the fan quietly and discreetly makes it seem like it never happened. When used carefully, a personal “undo” button for mistakes is an incomparable gift.
Pair Tags
These tags are about the size of a guitar pick, allowing them to easily attach to bags, clothes, accessories, and more. When outfitted with these tags, you and a travel companion will be gently alerted if you become separated over distances greater than 30 feet. With these handy devices, you can feel secure in large crowds or on hikes through overgrown terrain. No matter the adventure, you won’t have to worry about being lost or alone.
Nimble Needle Sewing Kit
Travelers swear by this ingenious collection of magical mending items, including a thimble, needle, and thread that adapt perfectly to the material being sewn and the person doing the sewing. It can be used to patch tents, sails, luggage, and of course, whatever clothing you may find damaged during your travels. You may also use it to add artistic flourishes to your wardrobe in more fun and crafty situations. This practical kit is a must-have for a well-versed globetrotter.
The Cliché Kerchief
Besides being resistant to damage from extensive travel, this kerchief is the ultimate in emotional comfort. When it seems like nothing can go right — lost luggage, missed connections, meandering trails, and beyond — just grab this lovely square of fabric to hear some much-needed encouragement in the form of popular platitudes. For example, “Every cloud has a silver lining,” or “Hang in there, honey.” As ridiculous as this novelty may seem, it can also be just what you need after a rough day.
Liminal Lint
For those unfamiliar with magical creatures, liminals are fuzzy critters no larger than a golf ball. They not only enjoy feeding off the bits of trash that can accumulate at the bottom of your travel bag, but they can also slip between moments in time, leaving behind their magical “lint.” A pinch of this enchanted fluff, combined with a special incantation, equates to a few minutes of borrowed time. Anyone who has ever run late to catch a bus, train, or plane knows just how valuable that can be.
SBT is proud to bring you another Natural Magic adventure; and with Ryan H. Reid, Travis Baldree, Jessica Threet, Andrea Parsneau, and Dorrie Sacks as your guides, you know it will be a grand one. The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials by Ciara Blume is now available on Audible. Embark on a worldwide excursion through your favorite pair of headphones for one credit or $24.95.