Bewitching Bitters

Kate Golden has built a successful career helping others become their best selves. But when Kate inherits magical powers from the late Inga Paulsen, the spell that holds her carefully controlled world together begins to unravel.

What starts with a mysterious cocktail recipe from an enchanted book quickly spirals into disaster. A grotesque wart sprouts on her chin, her hair turns shocking pink and her perfect life crumbles in the most public way possible. Desperate to regain control, Kate experiments with magical ingredients in her kitchen. But magic has its own agenda, and every spell she attempts only makes things worse.

With the support of her fellow witches in the cocktail club, Kate is forced to surrender control and trust in powers beyond her understanding. Sometimes finding the best version of yourself means embracing the magic in life's messy moments…

An utterly heartwarming story about finding magic in imperfection, this uplifting tale of midlife transformation and female friendship is perfect for fans of K.F. Breene, Sangu Mandanna and Iris Beaglehole.

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© 2026 Storm Publishing (Audiobook): 9781837001996

Release date

Audiobook: 21 January 2026