Just for Fun

Elena Douglas

Books by Elaine Woods

From poets to mystery writers, the beauty of place attracts many artists and writers to Whidbey Island, Whether it is a trail through woodlands of towering hemlock and maple, a misty beach on a foggy morning, or a lively neighborhood coffee shop, Whidbey Island provides inspiration for writing.

Many of these writers illustrate their own work. The books below are written and illustrated by Whidbey Walks founder Elaine Woods.


The Baker and the Solstice Fairy

This Wondrous Winter Tale is an anitdote to the glib and all-too-commercial season around us. A Northwest read-aloud fairy tale which speaks on more than one level. Join the Baker on her magical adventure as she learns that our importance is not always judged by the business of our schedule.

Hard spine paper back, lavish, full color illustrations.

The Baker and the Solstice Fairy

"Are you sleeping on this magic night,
when the world is passing through the stars?"

US$15.00 (Sorry we are temporarily out of print)

plus tax for Washington residents
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The Introverts Cookbook

We have special computers for the Left Handed, special lights for the Sun Deprived, and special phones for the Multi-Tasker.

But what do we have for the Introverts among us?

Now a book for those who have discovered that when "the world is too much with us", escaping to the kitchen, opening a cookbook, and putting a pot of something good on the stove allows us a time of refuge and retreat from the world and its cares.

from the introduction to The Introverts Cookbook

The Introverts Cookbook

Easy and inviting recipes include cooking directions for dishes like:

Marinated Asparagus Spears
Pot Roast with Apples and Wine
Curry Squash Soup
Pear Apple Pie
The Introverts Cookbook

Laminated comb bound booklet stays open on the countertop and wipes off easily.

Sprinkled with quotations and illustrations. 4 inches by 6 inches.

The perfect stocking stuffer for
the introvert on your list!

US$15.00 (Sorry we are temporarily out of print)

plus tax for Washington residents
Shipping and Handling: $3 per order

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Other Books

Yvonne Palka, inspired by the rocky beaches of the northwest coast, has written and illustrated a tale of dragons for her grandchildren.

For the bird lovers (as many trail walkers are), Frances Wood has written a book, which will deepen your appreciation of these musical additions to the outdoors.